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They dont make one. I do want one. Am I alone?
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I have no use for a fixed 8, but a fixed 7 - there's an idea I could get behind!
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7x57 for hunting at sunset. 
He who joyfully marches in rank and file has already earned my contempt. He has been given a large brain by mistake, since for him the spinal cord would suffice.
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They dont make one. I do want one. Am I alone? Nope. Not alone. For where I hunt, it would be the perfect compromise in a fixed x scope. I'd buy one in a heartbeat. John
If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14
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The 3-9 covers that base.
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The 3-9 covers that base. It would. But if I could get a fixed X solution, that would be my preference. The 6x isn't bad. I would like the 10x even better than the 6x if the reticle were a little thicker. My current solution is the LRHS which overlaps the 3-9 SS in capabilities, so I haven't tried the 3-9 SS yet. John
If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14
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It would. But if I could get a fixed X solution, that would be my preference. The 6x isn't bad. I would like the 10x even better than the 6x if the reticle were a little thicker. My current solution is the LRHS which overlaps the 3-9 SS in capabilities, so I haven't tried the 3-9 SS yet.
John The reticle in the 3-9 is bolder than either the 10x or 6x. I also prefer a variable hunting scope, for one price I get a 4x, a 6x, and a 9x. YMMV. I have the LRHS as well and really like it for my .223, that reticle has grown on me and I now prefer it to the Milquad. If Bushy comes out with one without side focus and a 1/4lb lighter, I will replace my 3-9 SS's for big game rifles.
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Nope. Not alone. For where I hunt, it would be the perfect compromise in a fixed x scope. I'd buy one in a heartbeat.
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My thoughts exactly.
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An 8X42 would be pretty versatile/practical.
Very popular in binos, giving a 5mm+ exit pupil, useful magnification, and good FOV.
When I was using a Leup MK4 3.5-10x40, I preferred to dial down power to around 8X most of the time. That would buy a bit more FOV, without making the FFP reticle seem too tight.
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I figure if a 6x ain't enough then a 10x will work fine. If you're in an area where 6x ain't enough, 10x won't be too much.
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I can see where 6X and 10X make a sensible step up or down.
I can also see where an 8X and 12X would cover a lot of ground.
In either case, the 1-4 Illuminati for the jungle.
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I figure if a 6x ain't enough then a 10x will work fine. If you're in an area where 6x ain't enough, 10x won't be too much. Both 6x and 10x are doable, but often find 6x a bit lite and 10x a bit much. I use a variable at 8x and never notice anything lacking one way or other. The find the advantages of a fixed 8x appealing.
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Most blokes I know that run 3-9x scopes leave them constantly on 9x. Dunno why the hell they don't just run a fixed 10x. ("A 10-power is too powerful", they tell me  )
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Same here. A little extra power over a 6x and since many pupils don't get to 7mm, no appreciable loss in 'light' I have no use for a fixed 8, but a fixed 7 - there's an idea I could get behind!
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I figure if a 6x ain't enough then a 10x will work fine. If you're in an area where 6x ain't enough, 10x won't be too much. Both 6x and 10x are doable, but often find 6x a bit lite and 10x a bit much. I use a variable at 8x and never notice anything lacking one way or other. The find the advantages of a fixed 8x appealing. I guess, I've not found 6x lacking inside of 500 yards.
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The 3-9 covers that base. I think the 8X market is limited with the robust 3-9 already offered.
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