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Scope recommendation 308 #16040375 04/29/21
Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 10,777 Good Life Esox357 OP Campfire Outfitter
OP Esox357 Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 10,777 Good Life	Looking for a scope to put on a 308 win. Max range 1000 yards. Looking at a Bushnell LRHS2. SWFA seems to be constantly backordered? Any other recommendations?

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Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16041093 04/29/21
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Old Coach Campfire Regular O Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 1,005 WNC Mtns	Nightforce

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16041594 04/29/21
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Hondo64d Campfire Tracker H Joined: May 2003 Posts: 5,792 The Big Country	What is your budget? John If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16041984 04/30/21
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Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16042270 04/30/21
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horse1 Campfire Outfitter H Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 9,518 In the vicinity of dandihood	Currently my "target" 308 (20" SPS Tact 1:12 varmint contour) has an 8.5-25x50 30MM Leupold. The favorite scope I had on that rifle was a 4.5-14x50 Zeiss Conquest w/target turrets. I no longer have the Zeiss because the turrets and power ring are backwards from Leupold/Nightforce. I can walk on water.......................but I do stagger a bit on alcohol.

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Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16042584 04/30/21
Joined: Sep 2004 Posts: 17,390 David_Walter Campfire Ranger
David_Walter Campfire Ranger Joined: Sep 2004 Posts: 17,390	NRA Highpower limits zoom to 4X at 600 years, and PRS has a military category that limits zoom to 6x at 1,000 yards, and plenty of people are hitting the targets. More zoom does not equal more precision. Precision is a factor of the rifle and the ammo. More zoom does let you see hits and misses better. If you're not runnin and gunnin in competition, the SWFA 6X MQ will get you there. Snipers in Vietnam were using 4x and 10X optics and the 10X was considered to top magnification by some. More than 10X, and mirage becomes a factor, as well. “Live free or die. Death is not the worst of evils.” - General John Stark.

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16042796 04/30/21
Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 14,483 Calgary, AB, Canada Jordan Smith Campfire Outfitter
Jordan Smith Campfire Outfitter Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 14,483 Calgary, AB, Canada	Originally Posted by Esox357 Looking for a scope to put on a 308 win. Max range 1000 yards. Looking at a Bushnell LRHS2. SWFA seems to be constantly backordered? Any other recommendations? Sounds like you're on the right track, IMO.

Re: Scope recommendation 308 David_Walter #16042806 04/30/21
Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 14,483 Calgary, AB, Canada Jordan Smith Campfire Outfitter
Jordan Smith Campfire Outfitter Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 14,483 Calgary, AB, Canada	Originally Posted by David_Walter NRA Highpower limits zoom to 4X at 600 years, and PRS has a military category that limits zoom to 6x at 1,000 yards, and plenty of people are hitting the targets. More zoom does not equal more precision. Precision is a factor of the rifle and the ammo. More zoom does let you see hits and misses better. If you're not runnin and gunnin in competition, the SWFA 6X MQ will get you there. Snipers in Vietnam were using 4x and 10X optics and the 10X was considered to top magnification by some. More than 10X, and mirage becomes a factor, as well. For the most part, I agree. Precision is also a function of reticle and target subtension, in addition to rifle and ammo. More magnification can help you see hits/misses up to a point, but FOV (especially in a dynamic situation) and mirage play a role, as well, and that limits the useful level of magnification for spotting your shots and making follow-ups.

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16044147 04/30/21
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Rifles And More Campfire Regular R Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 1,326 Wyoming	There is an ugly SWFA on the sample list. Give it a try. Never been unhappy with mine... https://www.samplelist.com/swfa-ss-hd-5-20x50-tactical-30mm-rifle-scope-demo-c-3.html Last edited by Rifles And More; 04/30/21. “Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut.” ― Ernest Hemingway

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Hondo64d #16044756 05/01/21
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OP Esox357 Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 10,777 Good Life	Originally Posted by Hondo64d What is your budget? John 1500.00. Like to stay around 1000.00

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Re: Scope recommendation 308 Rifles And More #16044761 05/01/21
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OP Esox357 Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 10,777 Good Life	Originally Posted by Rifles And More There is an ugly SWFA on the sample list. Give it a try. Never been unhappy with mine... https://www.samplelist.com/swfa-ss-hd-5-20x50-tactical-30mm-rifle-scope-demo-c-3.html That is an ugly swfa, but glad 1 is available!

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16046627 05/01/21
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Heeler Campfire Regular H Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 2,000 Cass Co, MO	I still have my on a Tract https://tractoptics.com/all-products/toric-uhd-30mm-4-20x50-ffp-mrad-mrad-long-range-rifle-scope If you keep an eye on the classifieds, a LRTS or LRHS pop up from time to time. He went over yonder way

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16047001 05/01/21
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dennisinaz Campfire Outfitter D Joined: Dec 2002 Posts: 13,091 Kodiak & AZ	I put a Vortex 3-15 ×50 LHT on mine. Very good scope, illuminated and 20 oz. Unless you need FFP, this is prefect choice. I just put one on my 340 Wby too. I don't think a 308 is a good 1000 yard gun. Good 900 yard gun though NRA Benefactor Member Those who live by the sword get shot by those who don't.

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16047347 05/02/21
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OP Esox357 Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 10,777 Good Life	Ideally 800 yards but will stretch it to 1000 yards. I have been to a competition that goes to 1800 yards but didn't even attempt it. I used a different 308 for that shoot. Running the 155 scenar and varget.

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16048344 05/02/21
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bsa1917hunter Campfire 'Bwana B Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 48,024 Battle Born	Originally Posted by Esox357 Ideally 800 yards but will stretch it to 1000 yards. I have been to a competition that goes to 1800 yards but didn't even attempt it. I used a different 308 for that shoot. Running the 155 scenar and varget. Sadly, the 308 is outclassed for those types of shoots these days. Originally Posted by raybass I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. Originally Posted by Pharmseller You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16048398 05/02/21
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OP Esox357 Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 10,777 Good Life	Unfortunately. If I knew what I was doing at 1500 and 1800 yards I would have tried. Still learning at 1000yards.

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16048482 05/02/21
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Hondo64d Campfire Tracker H Joined: May 2003 Posts: 5,792 The Big Country	Originally Posted by Esox357 Originally Posted by Hondo64d What is your budget? John 1500.00. Like to stay around 1000.00 Used LRTSi, LRHSi, or new LRHS 2. My preference is the LRTSi. John If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16125007 05/28/21
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Mkopmani Campfire Member M Joined: Mar 2020 Posts: 139 Monroe, Michigan	I have a Burris Tactical 8-40x 50mms with illuminated reticle. It can be had for about $1100 or less. It's a decent piece of you're looking for an F-class type of scope. Has 1/8 MOA dials, side paralax. Burris stands behind their stuff, lifetime warranty.

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16125654 05/29/21
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OP Esox357 Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 10,777 Good Life	I'm waiting on my LRHS2 coming that I pre ordered from Georgia Arms.

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16140115 06/03/21
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Sako76 Campfire Tracker S Joined: Dec 2015 Posts: 5,524	3-15x50 NXS used, someone had one for sale here for around $1500.

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16215830 07/01/21
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butchlambert1 Campfire Outfitter B Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 10,344 Poetry, Texas	If I can't see it I can't hit it. I have a 2.5x-25x-42 March that I will put on my 309.

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16215957 07/01/21
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OP Esox357 Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 10,777 Good Life	Nice. Still waiting for GAP optics to send me a LRHS2!

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16230986 07/07/21
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Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16231920 07/07/21
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pete53 Campfire Outfitter P Joined: Dec 2015 Posts: 8,281 Northern USA	Originally Posted by Esox357 Originally Posted by Hondo64d What is your budget? John 1500.00. Like to stay around 1000.00 >used Nightforce scope LIFE NRA , we vote Red up here, Norseman

Re: Scope recommendation 308 pete53 #16232452 07/07/21
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bsa1917hunter Campfire 'Bwana B Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 48,024 Battle Born	Originally Posted by pete53 Originally Posted by Esox357 Originally Posted by Hondo64d What is your budget? John 1500.00. Like to stay around 1000.00 >used Nightforce scope This Originally Posted by raybass I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. Originally Posted by Pharmseller You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16236487 07/08/21
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OP Esox357 Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 10,777 Good Life	Only downside is NF has less eye relief from my understanding.

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16239964 07/09/21
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Dre Campfire Tracker Joined: Mar 2013 Posts: 3,593 Nonya	I think at that price point I’d look at tract as well All of them do something better than the 30-06, but none of them do everything as well.

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16240012 07/10/21
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bsa1917hunter Campfire 'Bwana B Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 48,024 Battle Born	Originally Posted by Esox357 Only downside is NF has less eye relief from my understanding. I've never had an issue with ER on a Nightforce scope. I use several, including the SHV 5-20x56, NXS 5.5-22x56 and NXS 3.5-15x56. No issues with any of them. Originally Posted by raybass I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. Originally Posted by Pharmseller You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Dre #16240244 07/10/21
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devnull Campfire Regular D Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 2,932	Originally Posted by Dre I think at that price point I’d look at tract as well I have both Nightforce NXS as well as the SHV. I also have a Tract Toric. From a glass perspective, Tract has the Nightforce beat. The only issue I had with eye relief was with the Nightforce SHV 4-14x50F1. It has a straight 3.1" eye relief across the board. To contrast, the Tract Toric has 3.9" of eye relief across the board.

Re: Scope recommendation 308 devnull #16240592 07/10/21
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JCMCUBIC Campfire Outfitter J Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 13,758	Originally Posted by devnull Originally Posted by Dre I think at that price point I’d look at tract as well I have both Nightforce NXS as well as the SHV. I also have a Tract Toric. From a glass perspective, Tract has the Nightforce beat. The only issue I had with eye relief was with the Nightforce SHV 4-14x50F1. It has a straight 3.1" eye relief across the board. To contrast, the Tract Toric has 3.9" of eye relief across the board. I use NXS in the 2.5-10 (42 and 32), SHV's in the 3-10, and the Tract Toric 2-10. I do think the glass in the Toric is a little better and the eye relief is certainly better. None of that is a cut on the Nightforce scopes.....the Toric just has some really nice user characteristics for a hunting scope.

Re: Scope recommendation 308 Esox357 #16468823 09/25/21
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GunTruck50 Campfire Regular G Joined: Jul 2011 Posts: 1,792 Out West	Recently bought 2 Zeiss Conquest HD 4 2X10X42 those are the 2 brightest scopes I have ever owned. Now to see if they hold up. One is on a 270 Win Vanguard Stainless S2 and the other is on a 7mm Mag Vanguard Stainless S2. Very happy with them so far. But there are many other fine scopes out there, I have used Nikon, Leupold and Burris in the past. None have ever had to be returned to Manufacture. I have a scope I bought in 1980 I think it is a Leupold VX III in 2.5X8X36 That scope has been on almost ever rifle I own, can not say enough good things about it. About as perfect hunting scope as you can get.

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