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I'm looking at scope options for my 30-06 and I can't seem to settle on any one in particular. I want a 30 mm tube and a magnification range of 2x10 or similar with a 42 - 50 mm objective. I haven't bought a scope in years but this is a new project. I have Zeiss, S&B and Swarovski but my budget for this project is $1,000 or less. This is a spot / stalk rifle so nothing to big or heavy is wanted. Any advice would be appreciated. Jim
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How about the Steiner GS3 2-10x42 - 4A on sale for only $599.99, reduced from $879.99. German optics assembled in Colorado The Steiner GS3 “game sensing” scope utilizes exclusive CAT (color adjusted transmission) lens coatings to amplify contrast in the peak human vision sensitivity range. The optimized contrast effectively separates game from leafy or shadow-dappled backgrounds, exposing your target to a clean, accurate shot. And the GS3 5x zoom range lets hunters from eastern whitetail country to western big game ranges pair their new scope with their favorite centerfire, rimfire or muzzleloader rifle. And or course, Steiner’s bedrock reliability will always deliver unfailing performance, whatever firearm or target you prefer. New 5x Zoom Range provides sharp resolution at long distances for more accurate shooting for wide open areas. CAT™ Color Adjusted Transmission amplifies contrast in the peak human vision sensitivity range, to spot game in any environment. Steiner Plex S1 Reticle help determine holdover for distance and cascading dots/lines compensate for wind. Steiner 4A Reticle provides a simple, uncluttered aiming tool Short Mounting Length of just 5.4 inches for mounting on short actions, muzzleloaders or lightweight mountain rifles. Rugged 30mm Tube milled from solid aluminum stock so there are no welds or seams, for greater strength and durability. Waterproof/Fogproof durable construction you can trust to stand up to any cold or wet condition.
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Last weekend I went to a garage sale found a old K-3 Weaver with rings on it, cost $10, I had to buy it cause I knew I didn't have a 30-06 with a straight 3x on it, how's that for rational?
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sounds like a good deal to me...
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Don't over think it.
I just picked up a Nikon pre-Monarch fixed 4x scope for my 30-06. Very nice resolution . Lifetime transferrable warranty. <$100 shipped.
Many great used high-value scopes out to there.
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Just slapped a LRTSi on a re-cycled old warhorse, and shot to 1000 yds this morning....
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How did she do at the 1000 line I like that oiled stock looks warm.
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He hit 2 of 5. But it wasn't the rifles fault.....
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He hit 2 of 5. But it wasn't the rifles fault..... 👍 gun still looks awesome
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Rifle is my bud Jim's. He had a local smith sporterize his deceased ol' dads warhorse. Did a nice job, I think, but for the stupid windage base.....grin
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2x10 30mm tube, 50mm objective.
Nothing too big? Brother, thats a pretty big scope.
Lightweight?
Your gonna do some compromisin'.
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2x10 30mm tube, 50mm objective.
Lightweight?
Your gonna do some compromisin'. This^^^^^^^ But a 3-10x42 Nightforce SHV might be your huckleberry..................it's an excellent scope & meets your budget. MM
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Don't over think it.
I just picked up a Nikon pre-Monarch fixed 4x scope for my 30-06. Very nice resolution . Lifetime transferrable warranty. <$100 shipped.
Many great used high-value scopes out to there. Good choice.
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Jim,
Curious about the 30mm requirement. Perceived quality? Thinking it'll be brighter? Abundant elevation? Other?
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Just curious what you get out of that scope at normal distance I can't do with a 1-4?
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The 30mm will give you more room for windage and elevation adjustment but I just like the way they look, especially if the objective is 50mm or more, more proportional in my opinion.
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I’ll just add 2 words,call Doug...
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Someone has a 1.5-6x42 Diavari in the classifieds for well under $1000. That'd be an awfully hard to beat scope for what you are describing.
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