|
|
Joined: Nov 2013
Posts: 998
Campfire Regular
|
OP
Campfire Regular
Joined: Nov 2013
Posts: 998 |
I picked up a used model 70 classic in 300 Win.
Will probably get a new stock but still a carry gun. If it won't shoot will probably end re-barreled as a 338.
Any recommendations on a scope? Toughness needed but not not excessively heavy. Probably no need to go more than 10-12 (9 would be enough for hunting only). Acceptable optics. I would like to keep it under $1K.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 43,991 Likes: 26
Campfire 'Bwana
|
Campfire 'Bwana
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 43,991 Likes: 26 |
A Leupold 6x36 LR would be my choice.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 48,298 Likes: 34
Campfire 'Bwana
|
|
Campfire 'Bwana
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 48,298 Likes: 34 |
1. Leupold VX3 3.5-10x40
2. Zeiss 3-9x40 conquest
3. Swarovski 3-9x36
4. Burris FFII 3-9x40 with ballistic plex reticle.
5. B&L or Bushnell elite 4200 2.5-10x40
6. Nikon monarch 2.5-10x42
No particular order...
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 20,813
Campfire Ranger
|
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 20,813 |
Range parameters in as how far, stand hunting or walking and what will you be shooting at?
Re read the OP and see you will be carrying it.
Last edited by battue; 12/17/14.
laissez les bons temps rouler
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 10,503 Likes: 14
Campfire Outfitter
|
|
Campfire Outfitter
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 10,503 Likes: 14 |
My 300 is one of the two rifles that I have that has a 3x9 Leupold scope. I think too high a power scopes on rifles is a big mistake.
I prefer classic.
Semper Fi
I used to run with the hare. Now I'm envious of the tortoise and I do my own stunts but rarely intentionally
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 48,298 Likes: 34
Campfire 'Bwana
|
|
Campfire 'Bwana
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 48,298 Likes: 34 |
Battue, he put a cap of 10-12 on the power range. He states, "probably no need to go more than 10-12"... If a guy can't use a 3-9 in just about any kind of hunting scenario, he needs to take up golf or sewing/knitting... Just sayin..
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2013
Posts: 998
Campfire Regular
|
|
OP
Campfire Regular
Joined: Nov 2013
Posts: 998 |
Shooting at deer, elk, and occasional longer range prairie dog and paper, though the latter need more than 12 power.
Hopefully heavier bullets .308 180-200 if the gun will digest them. Shots will be 400 or less if I can have anything to say about it but will practice to 600 or so.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Dec 2013
Posts: 233
Campfire Member
|
|
Campfire Member
Joined: Dec 2013
Posts: 233 |
BSA has a pretty darn good list and I really like #1...got a couple with CDS.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 1,550
Campfire Regular
|
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 1,550 |
My 300 and 338 wear an FX3 6x and have performed flawlessly
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 31,441
Campfire 'Bwana
|
|
Campfire 'Bwana
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 31,441 |
I recently got a VX-2 3-9x40 LRD under $300 and wouldn't hesitate recommending. Great eyebox and relief, plenty bright, slim, lightweight.
"I can't be canceled, because, I don't give a fuuck!"
--- Kid Rock 2022
Holocaust Deniers, the ultimate perverted dipchits: Bristoe, TheRealHawkeye, stophel, Ghostinthemachine, anyone else?
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 1,697
Campfire Regular
|
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 1,697 |
Leupold vx 3 4.5-14x40 cds or 3.5-10
Tater
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 20,813
Campfire Ranger
|
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 20,813 |
I think he needs to talk with Pat or Rick.
laissez les bons temps rouler
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 13,140
Campfire Outfitter
|
|
Campfire Outfitter
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 13,140 |
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 13,140
Campfire Outfitter
|
|
Campfire Outfitter
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 13,140 |
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 15,565
Campfire Ranger
|
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 15,565 |
VX3 3.5-10x40 or VX2 4-12x40 which has huge eye relief.... ![[Linked Image]](http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p32/2muchgun/003-5.jpg)
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 4,963
Campfire Tracker
|
|
Campfire Tracker
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 4,963 |
FX-3, 6x42 LRD...just saying...also a fan of the Weaver Super Slam 2-10x42 EBX...
Last edited by CowboyTim; 12/17/14.
Mauser Rescue Society
Founder, President, and Chairman
I don't always shoot Mausers, but when I do...I prefer VZ-24s.
jdi do píči
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 5,218 Likes: 1
Campfire Tracker
|
|
Campfire Tracker
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 5,218 Likes: 1 |
I picked up a used model 70 classic in 300 Win.
Will probably get a new stock but still a carry gun. If it won't shoot will probably end re-barreled as a 338.
Any recommendations on a scope? Toughness needed but not not excessively heavy. Probably no need to go more than 10-12 (9 would be enough for hunting only). Acceptable optics. I would like to keep it under $1K. For around 1k I would look at VX-6 2-12x42. It has excellent blend of optical parameters plus variable center dot illumination which is a huge plus.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 31,441
Campfire 'Bwana
|
|
Campfire 'Bwana
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 31,441 |
Shooting at deer, elk, and occasional longer range prairie dog and paper, though the latter need more than 12 power.
Hopefully heavier bullets .308 180-200 if the gun will digest them. Shots will be 400 or less if I can have anything to say about it but will practice to 600 or so.
Do you want exposed turrets? How about a SWFA SS 3-15?
"I can't be canceled, because, I don't give a fuuck!"
--- Kid Rock 2022
Holocaust Deniers, the ultimate perverted dipchits: Bristoe, TheRealHawkeye, stophel, Ghostinthemachine, anyone else?
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 302
Campfire Member
|
|
Campfire Member
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 302 |
![[Linked Image]](http://i450.photobucket.com/albums/qq228/detective1261/300win_zpsdd1c9a4f.jpg) 3.5-10 vx3 TMR with CDS, would go M1 nest time.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 20,813
Campfire Ranger
|
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 20,813 |
Battue, he put a cap of 10-12 on the power range. He states, "probably no need to go more than 10-12"... If a guy can't use a 3-9 in just about any kind of hunting scenario, he needs to take up golf or sewing/knitting... Just sayin.. A low/medium powered fixed isn't the answer to everything, just a lot of things.  Just sayin....
Last edited by battue; 12/17/14.
laissez les bons temps rouler
|
|
|
|
|
535 members (204guy, 10gaugemag, 160user, 1Longbow, 1beaver_shooter, 61 invisible),
1,945
guests, and
1,232
robots. |
|
Key:
Admin,
Global Mod,
Mod
|
|
|
Forums81
Topics1,194,268
Posts18,525,415
Members74,031
| |
Most Online11,491
Jul 7th, 2023
|
|
|
|
![[Linked Image]](http://s450.photobucket.com/user/detective1261/media/300win_zpsdd1c9a4f.jpg.html)