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Just a heads up there's a link in the classified for the leupold vx3i 3.5-10 for $231 shipped today (ebay $15% off code). I couldn't resist, I guess it will go on that $250 weatherby I couldn't resist during the walmart blowout. Pretty nice "backup gun"
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This will be going on a Barret Fieldcraft in 6.5x55
Leupold
--VX-3i 3.5-10x40 Boone and Crockett reticule
--VXR 4-12
Swarovski
--Z5 BT 3.5-18x44
--Z3 3-10x42
Night Force SHV 3-10x40 MOAR or other reticule if I can find it.
I have had Leupolds ever since 1990 and trust them. I am a set and forget kind of guy.
Never had a Swarovski. I have heard they are not that sturdy, but I have no experience with them. I don't want to go to a 50mm objective so am staying away from the BT in the Z3 line. This is reason for the Z5 if I can swing it. The BT looks simple to operate too.
I have an SHV 4-14 that I really like. The only downside to the 3-10 is weight when compared to the other scopes. Also, I am leaning towards the 1" scopes.
What do you think of these choices? Critiques. Good or bad.
Though I have not owned one, the SHV 3-10 would be my first choice among what you listed. Second would the VXR 4-12. I like mine better than than the VX3's I have or have had. If you decide on the 3.5-10, I have one with duplex reticle for sale in the classifieds.
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That's a terrible vice (buying scopes just because they're a good deal). ... So...it isn't just me huh ? There is a Weaver Slam I really don't need but ...
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Sightron SIIISS3510x44LRMD and be done with it.
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If I wasn’t going to be doing any dialing I couldn’t see going with a 30mm tube.
I’d probably go VX3 3.5-10 or FX3 6x42 and be done.
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You might throw the Vortex Razor LH scopes in the mix, I’m happy with mine!
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I have too many Cabela's points to use up. That changes the equation. I found an inexpensive Nikon Monarch 5 ED 2-10x42 1" BDC for 270, shipping not included. Not a huge FOV yes MIP & discontinued. But, for brand spankin' new w/warranty that isn't a bad deal. http://www.nikonsportoptics.com/en/...l#tab-ProductDetail-ProductTabs-OverviewA yr or so ago I paid 311 for a 1" 3-12 Monarch 3 BDC FFP SF, but no ED glass & a wee bit less fov than the Monarch 5. The spot on reticle is kinda kewl.
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You might throw the Vortex Razor LH scopes in the mix, I’m happy with mine! +1, If the 2-10x40 Razor HD LH with the G4 reticle appeals to you, Vortex is discontinuing that model and it can be had for a very good discount. I picked one up from a local shop for a fantastic deal. Was not real sure about the reticle but after using it for a couple weeks I'm really liking it. The hash marks work out nearly perfect with my Kimber 6.5 CM and the view is breathtaking. I was never much of a Vortex fan and always found their scope to be a bit dark compared to equally priced Nikon or Leupold, but this Razor has changed my opinion. If interested PM me and I'll put you in touch with the shop that hooked me up.
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I have ~100 scopes good enough to get on my spreadsheet. I also have ~~ 100 take off scopes I will never use.
I have ~ 39 Leupold scopes.
I have been building rifles for 53 years.
In 2018 the hunting rifles I was building had scopes:
S&B 3-20x50 PM II
Leupold VX-6HD 3x18x44
Sightron Siii 2.5x10x44
Sightron Siii 2.5x10x44
Leupold VX freedom rimfire 2x7x33
IOR 2.5x10x42
Leupold VX-3 3.5x10x40 CDS
I was building 7 rifles and had 11 tags.
Things didn't work out as planned.
The VX-6 killed 4 animals.
The VX freedom killed one animal.
There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self. -Ernest Hemingway
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I was able to look at the scopes I listed,. Well all but the Night Force. They didn't have one instock. I really wanted to like the Swarovskis, but to my eye the Leupolds were sharper and clearer. The didn't have a 3,5-10 with B&C reticule are I would have bought one. So I'll have to order it.
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