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ok i got a marlin 444 that i hunt with.I need to figure out a scope for this gun.I was using a cheap 4-12 bushnell that gave out this year after several years.I use a old k4 weaver on my savage 99's and like the fixed 4x power scopes.This is only a 200 yard gun if i need longer range i'd switch to a better suited gun.My standard shots are from 30 yards to 150 with majority around 50 or 100 yards.

So wich scope would you recomend for my situation

Well, a lot of guys around here really like the Leupold fixed 6x scopes and for good reason. From the older M-8 to the 6x36 or even the 6x42 I'd say you can't go wrong with any of them. I sure like the two I have and don't feel I give up anything to a 4x for up close stuff.

you don't feel the 6x would be too high for close shots.
i've never looked through 6x so i'm not sure

I do not. There will be people who disagree along shortly though, so give them a few minutes.

A Leupy 4x33 would be good. Don't shy away from the older M8 scopes with the friction adjustments. I like them and they've never not worked for me.

Another to consider, if you can find one......is a Weaver Grand Slam 4.75 power. They haven't made them for awhile, but I see them every once-in-a-while for $150 to $175. Great scope for the money.

Here is a suggestion, head to one of the large sporting goods stores which has displays of scopes mounted on demo stocks, set one on 6x and look around the store to see for yourself. Our local Bass Pro has one and I seem to recall them at Gander Mtn & Cabellas.

IMHO a 6x is just fine for 30 yards.

You can get a 2-7 for the same or less than a fixed 6 and it comes with a free 6X inside. You can pick what works the best for you.

These days most scopes are variables. Leupold is the leader. Get a 2-7 Leupold.

I have made quick shots on mule deer at under 30 yards with my FX-II 6x36

Tell us more, oh wise one...

I'd go fixed 6. The fixed 6 will stand up to the recoil of that big bore lever better than a variable.

David

I'd be happy with anything 2.5-4X on a 444. No sense putting a 500-600 yard scope on a 200 yard rifle.

Some areas such as where we hunt in the NE say the buck must have a one inch long tine on an antler.

"A legal buck in Vermont must have at least one antler with two or more points one inch or longer. "

The higher power will make it easier.

Also spotting shots on the target at the range.

Oh now you hunt too?

In the NE where I hunt we call it a tine.

+1 on calling it a tine.


Tang is the stuff astronauts drink.

I have a draw full of knives with tangs.

Sorry off my radar. have never shot a buck with 1" horns,and if I blow an opportunity at one because I didn't have enough scope power, I'm not losing sleep.

Besides, there's always bins for that.

I use a spotting scope at the range.

If it was mine, I would set it up with a Weaver Classic K4(4x38). The best scope for the application IMHO...very nice Japanese glass and under $175...and that K4 is PLENTY tough enough to handle the recoil.

If you've been using a 4-12 Bushy, almost anything else should feel like winning the lottery.

A trim Leupie 3x20, stout enough for 444 and it'll take you the 200yd mark w/o problem. SWFA carries them.