Thrify Compact scope with Duplex reticle

[danez71]

Does anyone know of a thrifty Compact scope with a duplex reticle?

I was thinking maybe this Monstrum 2-7x32 which is only 9.5" but the reticle isn't quite right.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B073HRB3RM/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_1?smid=A33XZ3TIGG3IFN&psc=1

By thrifty i mean under $100.

 

[LoonWulf]

What power range and how compact?

The bugbusters used to be pretty decent scopes, but i have bought one in quite a while, sont know if they offer a duplex reticle anymore.

 

[BigBL87]

I don't know your definition of compact, or if it has to be that same 2-7x magnification, but the Bushnell Banner line is pretty decent for the price as is the Athlon Neos. I don't think either are as short as that Monstrum, though.

I've seen this UTG Bugbuster get some decent reviews as a cheap compact 22 scope as well, bit you'll get a mil dot reticle.

It's nowhere near as compact, and is a shade over $100, but I'd put the Burris Droptine above all those. It comes with a ballistic plex reticle, which isn't quite a pure duplex but pretty close.

Again, not really compact, but this Primary Arms 3-9x44 is a solid value under $100. Ticks all your boxes except maybe compact enough.

 

[danez71]

What power range and how compact?

The bugbusters used to be pretty decent scopes, but i have bought one in quite a while, sont know if they offer a duplex reticle anymore.

I'd like to keep it under 10". Something like 2-7 or 3-9 x 32.

Funny, I've wanted to get a Bugbuster for years to try. I should of thought about that. I'll check thier website.

 

[danez71]

I don't know your definition of compact, or if it has to be that same 2-7x magnification, but the Bushnell Banner line is pretty decent for the price as is the Athlon Neos. I don't think either are as short as that Monstrum, though.

I've seen this UTG Bugbuster get some decent reviews as a cheap compact 22 scope as well, bit you'll get a mil dot reticle.

It's nowhere near as compact, and is a shade over $100, but I'd put the Burris Droptine above all those. It comes with a ballistic plex reticle, which isn't quite a pure duplex but pretty close.

Again, not really compact, but this Primary Arms 3-9x44 is a solid value under $100. Ticks all your boxes except maybe compact enough.

Thanks. See you post above.

I didn't realize bug busters had come down in price

 

[BigBL87]

Thanks. See you post above.

I didn't realize bug busters had come down in price

Ya, for some reason the 3-12's are cheaper than the 3-9's too. I think the 3-12's are newer to the lineup, so don't know why that would be the case. In any event, as long as you don't mind the mildot reticle instead of a duplex it would seem to be a good fit.

 

[Nature Boy]

When it comes to “thrifty” this is about as low as I would go and still have a nice scope

https://www.sportoptics.com/leupold-vx-freedom-2-7-33-180592.html

 

[gotboostvr]

When it comes to “thrifty” this is about as low as I would go and still have a nice scope

https://www.sportoptics.com/leupold-vx-freedom-2-7-33-180592.html

I recently have been "spoiled" by the VX-Freedom's.

I'm gonna be hard pressed to buy anything cheaper than one. Really like my 4-12x side focus. And the 3-9x's I looked at of theirs were very nice as well.

 

[jmr40]

The Monstrom may be compact, but all the gadgets add up to 15 oz. The Leupold is 11 oz. There is NOTHING out there under $200 MSRP I'd touch. The $300 Leupold will be cheaper in the long run. And at $300 that is a budget scope. Buy once, cry once.

 

[LoonWulf]

When it comes to “thrifty” this is about as low as I would go and still have a nice scope

https://www.sportoptics.com/leupold-vx-freedom-2-7-33-180592.html

I recently have been "spoiled" by the VX-Freedom's.

I'm gonna be hard pressed to buy anything cheaper than one. Really like my 4-12x side focus. And the 3-9x's I looked at of theirs were very nice as well.

The freedoms are a solid set it and forget it option in the $250-300 range.
If for some reason you do have to go cheaper, I would take a look at the Sig Whiskey3 for 3-9s, and the Burris 4.5-14x42 ffe1s...... Actually I take a look at this Burris Drop tine also.

If weight isn't a huge factor then I'd also add the Athlon Argos HMRs which run 2 to 300.



@danez71 If you're willing to spend more than $100 on the optic, then there's a 3 to 12 from US optics. It's actually really nice and very small.... Think I paid $250 for mine.

 

[.45Coltguy]

When it comes to “thrifty” this is about as low as I would go and still have a nice scope

https://www.sportoptics.com/leupold-vx-freedom-2-7-33-180592.html

I bought a Leupold FX 1 2-7x33mm "Shotgun" scope for my henry .45 Colt. Damn good scope. It is slimmer than the one in the above link, with lower, thinner turrets. Parallex is set at 75 yards. I believe they are discontinued now.

 

[gotboostvr]

The freedoms are a solid set it and forget it option in the $250-300 range.
If for some reason you do have to go cheaper, I would take a look at the Sig Whiskey3 for 3-9s, and the Burris 4.5-14x42 ffe1s...... Actually I take a look at this Burris Drop tine also.

If weight isn't a huge factor then I'd also add the Athlon Argos HMRs which run 2 to 300.



@danez71 If you're willing to spend more than $100 on the optic, then there's a 3 to 12 from US optics. It's actually really nice and very small.... Think I paid $250 for mine.

The turrets on mine are pretty good. But it's a hunting scope and I don't plan on dialing a whole bunch with it.

I splurged on the Tri-MOA reticle specifically to avoid dialing as much as possible actually.

 

[danez71]

@danez71 If you're willing to spend more than $100 on the optic, then there's a 3 to 12 from US optics. It's actually really nice and very small.... Think I paid $250 for mine.

If I felt the need to I'd be more willing to.

This scope isn't intended to be a high volume high recoil long distance high volume match quality scope.

I've been served well by a few of the simmons 22mag scope over a couple of decade.

While I do have a better scope, they have done well for their intended purpose

Just looking for a thrifty compact scope for to match the purpose


I do appreciate your input and suggestions.