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I have a number of low powered scopes that I use mainly on bolt actions. In fixed power scopes I have 2 Pecar 2.75X, 1x Kahles 2X, 1x Nickel Supra 1.5X and 2 Weatherby 2.75X. I also use several Pecar and Swarovski 1.5-4x variables - these are generally set at 2.5X.
Except for the Weatherby, all of them are straight tube scopes. If you do the math, the exit pupil diameter of low power scopes is quite large, which gives them an advantage in low light. They are also quite light, even with a steel tube.
The longest shot I’ve taken was 250 meters and that was using a steady rest.
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Joined: Jun 2018
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It’s off your parameter, but I have a fixed 4x M8 on a savage 99 .308, and it’s just great for anything I’m going to do with that rifle.
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Joined: Jan 2001
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I have a Leupold FX-II 3x20 on my Marlin 444SS. For what and where I hunt it seems about right, but I haven't used it much. Maybe this year.
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Joined: Dec 2006
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Had a Marlin Guide Gun with the Leupold Scout Scope. Very ungainly and awkward. The scope was very big; smaller would've been better. Did not like the scope forward mount or the extra weight out front. Best scope for a Marlin lever gun is a Leupold 1-4x VX II. Mounts very low Objective is smallish and scope is light weight. Even better is a dot optic for fast response situations.
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Joined: May 2014
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I'd much prefer the 2.5x over any variable. But then I dislike variables! I have a few variables only because they are usually easier to find.
I prefer classic. Semper Fi I used to run with the hare. Now I'm envious of the tortoise and I do my own stunts but rarely intentionally
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My eyes crapped out years ago so irons are mostly out for hunting. Since then, 2.5Xs and 4Xs are all my lever actions wear.
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I've got three on different rifles. I just stuck on on a Sako 85M Black Bear. Not sure if it will stay, but I really like the way it feels.
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