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I agree with Brad, my favourite is the 6x36 with dots.
I used to prefer the 6X42, but my aging eyes see no difference in brightness between the two, nor do I see any difference in the vaunted eye boxes.
I prefer the longer tube on the 6X36 as well. Me,too.
The 280 Remington is overbore.
The 7 Rem Mag is over bore.
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My vote goes to the Leupold 3.5-10x 40mm. I've got 2 of 'em; one on a 300 WSM Savage Mod. 10 and one on a Kimber sporterized Mod. 96 Swede. They're both over 10 years old now and after lots of use on 2 different rifles in all kinds of conditions I highly recommend them. Don't know what sort of price they are these days, but if they're beyond your budget There's a lot of other good suggestions here in this thread.
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Unless you're into the tactical sniper style 'hunting' I'd also recommend the 6x36LR.
I live in open side of the state both of my 270's have 6x36's on them. But I also don't shoot at game much past 400 yards either.
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For the money I don't think there's a better deal right now then the 3.5-10x44 Meopta that cameraland had for $350. That being said a fixed 6x Leupold is seldom a poor choice.
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I'm not sniper-qualified. Having said that, I prefer to shoot the wee beasties without them knowing I am there until I do the deed.
I am a sniper when I play World of Tanks. I run mostly tank destroyers.
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Resist much - obey little. Hayduke lives!
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I’ve never been a Hubble kinda guy. I want to mount a scope to a rifle, not mount a rifle to a scope.
I want to keep the objective to no more than 42.
A lot of people seem to have disproportionate opinions on what is needed for hunting ‘out West’: super duper magnums with Hubbles mounted for 2-mile shots.
I’ve paid close attention to your posts in the past, Brad, and noted that you tend to use 270/7mm-08/308 and have gotten pretty close to the elk, 40-100 yds. I’ve also noted your use of ballistic tips and hot cors. I pay pretty close attention to what Dober and Poobah say, too, along with a select group of others. But I read what everyone has to say and digest it accordingly.
I have a plethora of rifles, and recently bought a Ruger American compact in 7mm-08. I’m focusing now on lightweight, weather-resistant rifles in anticipation of retiring/moving. I would get a Kimber but I shoot lefty, so that’s out.
Keep the info coming, guys! :-)
Keeping it light, I'd suggest a Leupold 2.5-8x36, If your ring spacing will allow. If not, go with a VX3 3.5-10x40, which is always a good option on a long action. The Nikon monarch 2.5-10x42 is an excellent scope, but it's heavy. Something like 18 oz's, I believe. Your rifle may end up being a little top heavy with that one.
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
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The cheaper VX2 2-7x33 is a better scope than the 2.5-8x36. I have used both on long actions, but the 3.5-10x40 is about perfect on a 270. It alleviates some of the gay 
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The cheaper VX2 2-7x33 is a better scope than the 2.5-8x36. I have used both on long actions, but the 3.5-10x40 is about perfect on a 270. It alleviates some of the gay It comes in matte, doesn't it? I mean, a rainbow-colored scope would clash with my camo...just sayin'.
Exquisitely turdlike in all of his many manifestations!!
Resist much - obey little. Hayduke lives!
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I hear the custom shop does a 270 Win specific rainbow pattern
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The cheaper VX2 2-7x33 is a better scope than the 2.5-8x36. I have used both on long actions, but the 3.5-10x40 is about perfect on a 270. It alleviates some of the gay I've always liked the 2-7 and have bought it rather than the 2.5-8X36. Why do you say the 2-7 is better? Do you just prefer the magnification and size,or do you feel it is a better built scope?
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If you like the Meopta glass, Cabela's has their Euro Instinct line on sale for some models right now. $250 for the 3-9x40 EXT reticle, $315 for the duplex. There's also a 4.5-14 if you need that much magnification
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18 oz is a heavy scope? Thats pretty funny.
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18 oz is a heavy scope? Thats pretty funny. That's the weight I decided on for my twenty-six ounce action. The rifle, with a 26" barrel and ready to go with sling, weighs 6 lb 13 oz.
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Personally, I'd look for a used Kahles in 3-9x40. Better eyebox and optic than any mentioned. They are not that hard to come by at $500ish.
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I like this one....S&B Summit. But just about anything from a fixed 4X or 6X, or mid range variable will work. ![[Linked Image]](http://i1187.photobucket.com/albums/z395/BobinNH1/IMG_0686.jpg)
The 280 Remington is overbore.
The 7 Rem Mag is over bore.
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I have a Leupold VX3 3.5-10x40 on mine. This... Agreed
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I never hear much love for the VX-R, but I'm really starting to like that 2-7 if it'll work on your gun. I like having the illumination when it's necessary, but you may not need it.
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I'd really look into that tract
2.5-10 is a perfect combo. Their bdc is much better and more practical the Nikons.
Wish I needed a new scope.
All of them do something better than the 30-06, but none of them do everything as well.
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I've had an Elite 4200 3-9x40 on my .270 for five years and haven't felt the need to change.
In current manufacture, aren't there certain brands you see better through than others? Since you have a plethora of rifles I'd think you'd have a plethora of scopes and have an idea of what works for you.
Don't roll those bloodshot eyes at me.
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