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Not quite the price you are looking for but a tract tekoa 4-16 would be my first choice. Great scope and reticle
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Hard to beat a fixed 6x SWFA, if you can get one. I had one on my 7 mag and killed two, or three elk with it out past 300 yards. There are lots of good hunting scopes that don't cost a mortgage. I would either leave the Burris, or try a Sightron, or Meopta, but there are several that you can get in your price range. I took the 6x off of my 7mag, as I wanted it on a .270 (gasp) that I traded for. I put a FFII Burris on the 7 mag and it shoots good, but has not had any hard use yet.
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The Burris FFII 3-9x40 with ballistic plex has suited my needs for 90% of the hunting I do.. Can't beat the price either..
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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I find it amazing that a bunch of you guys can’t recommend a scope within the parameters the OP provided…. if you don’t then explain why….???
But as for me and my house we will serve the Lord. Joshua 24:15 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Phil. 4:13
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I have two Athlon Helos 2-12 FFP scopes with illumination, and like them a lot.
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Sightron S-TAC 3-16x42The 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. Exclusive Optical Design: Using the right materials for the right application, Sightron engineers build optical formulas around the best optical glass to reduce chromatic aberrations, improve color accuracy, deliver excellent light transmission, and best-in-class resolution and sharpness. 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 Waterproof: Rated at IPX7 waterproof standards Fog proof: Nitrogen gas charged for a lifetime of fog free use Tube Construction: Milled from a single piece of lightweight, industrial grade aluminum Bought one after talking to Doug, and am very well pleased. Haven't had the chance to hunt with it yet, but it's been working great on steel out to 500 yards. Gonna order one of these!!
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I find it amazing that a bunch of you guys can’t recommend a scope within the parameters the OP provided…. if you don’t then explain why….??? What's your recommendation? If I was buying today in that price range, I would see how I like the new vx3hd offering.
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I’d watch for an swfa 3-9 on sample list or wait for a sale. The 3-9 will do everything you ask even though it’s under your stated minimum 10x. Looked through one of mine at 750 yards this afternoon for awhile. The view on 4 power at that long of a range is very good.
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The biggest problem you’re going to face is finding a decent scope with enough mounting length to mount on your rifle without going with a rail and tac style rings. Currently there are quite a few scopes made that are good, but with tubes so short they struggle to mount on even a short action without going with a rail. Can you tell I hate rails, high mounted scopes, and all that come with them, especially on a truly lightweight hunting rifle?
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Another vote for the SWFA 3-9. If you think you might want to twist on it, it's really the best option for the stated price range.
The only scope priced less that's as reliable is the SWFA 6x.
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[quote=Capt_Craig]The biggest problem you’re going to face is finding a decent scope with enough mounting length to mount on your rifle without going with a rail and tac style rings. Currently there are quite a few scopes made that are good, but with tubes so short they struggle to mount on even a short action without going with a rail. Can you tell I hate rails, high mounted scopes, and all that come with them, especially on a truly lightweight hunting rifle? [/quote
There's plenty of ways around getting a short scope mounted nice and low on a long action without using a rail. I've used Warne extended bases, Talley LW extended, Leupold DD extended rings, Burris multislot bases.
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I find it amazing that a bunch of you guys can’t recommend a scope within the parameters the OP provided…. if you don’t then explain why….??? What's your recommendation? If I was buying today in that price range, I would see how I like the new vx3hd offering. If used is ok and push the ceiling to $550 then a Vortex Razor HD LH (1” tube) 2-10 or 3-15 or a Leupold 4.5-14…
But as for me and my house we will serve the Lord. Joshua 24:15 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Phil. 4:13
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Sightron S-TAC 3-16x42The 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. Exclusive Optical Design: Using the right materials for the right application, Sightron engineers build optical formulas around the best optical glass to reduce chromatic aberrations, improve color accuracy, deliver excellent light transmission, and best-in-class resolution and sharpness. 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 Waterproof: Rated at IPX7 waterproof standards Fog proof: Nitrogen gas charged for a lifetime of fog free use Tube Construction: Milled from a single piece of lightweight, industrial grade aluminum Bought one after talking to Doug, and am very well pleased. Haven't had the chance to hunt with it yet, but it's been working great on steel out to 500 yards. Gonna order one of these!! I bought one of the 4-20x50mm ones. Jury still out on edge to edge clarity and last light performance. I’m not used to nor fond of having to use an adjustment to focus for hunting applications. For your price range, try an Optika 5.
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if i can't do it with an swfa 3-9
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I have yet to see anything that would be worth me buying over what I have. Bushnell elites Japanese made I use mostly 4200 4x16x40. I’m up to a even dozen elites
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The Burris FFII 3-9x40 with ballistic plex has suited my needs for 90% of the hunting I do.. Can't beat the price either.. ^^^^^^ this. I put one on my buddy's 270 last year under the exact same criteria as the OP. I've used alot of FFII and like them alot. If you want an excellent used Burris Veracity, I know where one is........
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Burris e1 4-14x42. Under 200$ and its built like a brick [bleep]. Forever warranty that u wont need. I have several and do prefer the e1 over the ff2. Quicker side focus and power adjustment
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Sightron S-TAC 3-16x42The 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. Exclusive Optical Design: Using the right materials for the right application, Sightron engineers build optical formulas around the best optical glass to reduce chromatic aberrations, improve color accuracy, deliver excellent light transmission, and best-in-class resolution and sharpness. 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 Waterproof: Rated at IPX7 waterproof standards Fog proof: Nitrogen gas charged for a lifetime of fog free use Tube Construction: Milled from a single piece of lightweight, industrial grade aluminum Bought one after talking to Doug, and am very well pleased. Haven't had the chance to hunt with it yet, but it's been working great on steel out to 500 yards. Gonna order one of these!! I just bought two. Not tried either yet but all reviews were positive.
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