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I've got a Model Seven Predator that I'm putting in a McMillan edge stock and want to setup for a semi light weight do anything from varmints to deer and I'd like to be able to shoot a honest 500-600yds with it. Whats a good 30mm scope that's semi compact with a high end of say 12 power that has something like leupolds cds? I've never had a "knob turning" scope but I'd like to be able to range and dial to be dead on with no guessing. Sorry for my ignorance on the subject that's why I'm here asking. Thanks for any suggestions and help. If it matters it's chambered in 243 Winchester.

Have you considered the Sightron S-TAC 3-16x42 - MOA-3 #26013? It is only 12.9" long and weights 23*
The S-TAC 3-16x42 is the ideal scope for target, varmint, and hunting applications. The MOA-3 reticle is a favorite for the AR-platform that provides ample windage and elevation adjustments for competition and targets. A unique flip-up lever is built into the power ring for easy adjustments of cold days.

Features
ExacTrack W&E System: Never experience drift with Sightron's patented windage and elevation adjustment technology. It provides proper alignment between the adjustments and the erector tube by maintaining the same constant and accurate point of pressure at zero or extreme adjustments.
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Zact-7 Revcoat®: Exclusive Zact-7 Revcoat® multi-coating process employs revolutionary lens coating technology on both surfaces of the lenses for maximum anti-reflection performance and the high light transmission.
Second Focal Plane Reticle: The reticle size remains constant at any zoom range.
Reticle Material: Etched Wire reticle for a superior viewing experience
Shockproof: Built to withstand high caliber recoil and accidental impact
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Tube Construction: Milled from a single piece of lightweight, industrial grade aluminum
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I have 3 Model 7 Predators. The 223 and the 22-250 both have Bushnell 3200 5X15's, and the 243 has a Redfield Revolution 4X12.

I want to be able to zero the scope and dial for 500-600. I know people here hate on leupold but something with the cds sounds appealing.

CDS sucks. Put a 3-12 LRHS/LRTS on 'er......

Huskemaw Blue Diamond 3-12x42.

https://www.longrangestore.com/Blue_Diamond_3_12x42_p/10312bd.htm

I'll take (10) etched Mil's on the reticle,another 40+ on the erector,a 7mm exit pupil,10yds parallax,20 ounces of "mass" and an unrivaled ability to hold zero and track. Hint

If only for fhuqking starters. Hint.............

Sounds good to me.

6x Superchicken?

Athlon Helos 2-12. Awesome scope for the $.

Just don't subject yourself to reading the whole thread on this forum about it.

Well... what kind of scope is it?

Prepare to get trashed for not recognizing wares that in your brokedickatude could only imagine. Hint.
Lol

The 2-12's are fair to middlin'.Hint.





But it don't have the mass,latitude,exit or parallax. Hint.

Pardon my shooting it all and then some. Hint......................