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Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18445203 05/23/23
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kenjs1 Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 10,913 Texas	In your case I think 'Thermal' is the winner. When a country is well governed, poverty and a mean condition are something to be ashamed of. When a country is ill governed, riches and honors are something to be ashamed of . Confucius

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Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18775924 09/20/23
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OP RatherBHuntin Campfire Tracker R Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 4,902	The only direct comparisons I have made were comparing vortex viper, leupold Vari X-III 3-5-10x50, and a conquest 3-9x40. Put them all on 9 power looking at a 3D deer target in the shadows/wood well after dark with just a hint of street light in the distance. Bottom line, image was similar with all 3 scopes. My old eyes couldn’t tell much of a difference. However, seeing the reticle was significantly different. The zeiss conquest reticle was much sharper than either the the leupold duplex or the viper “duplex”. Both the leupold and the viper melted into the darkness. It was on that day I realized, glass is good, but “seeing the reticle” is a difference maker.

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18776080 09/20/23
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Dre Campfire Tracker Joined: Mar 2013 Posts: 3,590 Nonya	I’d line them up at dusk side by side and have your eyes tell you. East button right there All of them do something better than the 30-06, but none of them do everything as well.

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18776406 09/21/23
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SCgman1 Campfire Tracker Joined: Feb 2013 Posts: 4,350	I have #4 reticles on both zeiss conquest and meopros. The zeiss crosshairs are thicker, while the meopro is too fine for late hunting. Glass is adequate on each, but the meopro crosshairs disappear at some point. Now my meostar R1 8x56 illuminated dot is the titts meow, worst thing to ever happen to the deer in my area.

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18776450 09/21/23
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jc189 Campfire Tracker J Joined: Dec 2019 Posts: 3,013 Florida	Either scope the OP mentioned will work. personal preference in my opinion. If you really want to take advantage of those last few minutes of shooting light, get either scope in a lit reticle. That solves all problems those last few minutes when the big boys often show up. Last edited by jc189; 09/21/23.

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Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18777159 09/21/23
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TxJW Campfire Member T Joined: Apr 2004 Posts: 231 East Texas	I like the illuminated reticle option as a solution to all "see to shoot" issues. Where I hunt, we have such a hog problem that one needs to be a be able to see after shooting hours for your health. I've killed a couple on my walk out after dark. As far as the discussion, both scopes are good enough for hunting past shooting time, but I think the Meopta will go a few minutes longer for what that is worth.

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18777197 09/21/23
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TxJW Campfire Member T Joined: Apr 2004 Posts: 231 East Texas	I like the illuminated reticle option as a solution to all "see to shoot" issues. Where I hunt, we have such a hog problem that one needs to be a be able to see after shooting hours for your health. I've killed a couple on my walk out after dark when the hogs were on my trail. As far as the discussion, both scopes are good enough for hunting past shooting time, but I think the MeoStar will go a few minutes longer for what that is worth.

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18777205 09/21/23
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pete53 Campfire Outfitter P Joined: Dec 2015 Posts: 8,262 Northern USA	yesterday i sighted in my new to me Winchester model 70 that i put a new Nightforce scope on that hopefully will be going to Africa next year in May. best scope out there and worth every penny too. Pete53 LIFE NRA , we vote Red up here, Norseman

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18777375 09/21/23
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cobby13 Campfire Greenhorn C Joined: Oct 2020 Posts: 26	Meopta for the win...

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? Big Stick #18777713 09/21/23
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Ky221 Campfire Tracker K Joined: Aug 2011 Posts: 3,681	Originally Posted by Big Stick I've yet to see my first Zeiss or MeOpta hold zero,track or repeat...though they are chockfull of Fluff,that swoons them who don't shoot. Hint................ My 3-9 conquest bounced around in the back of a landcruiser for 14 days last year in Namibia. Just for kicks...before I left I shot the rifle again. Shot looked like part of the original 3 shot group. That's good enough for this do nothing couch sitter.

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Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? Ky221 #18777894 09/21/23
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plumbum Campfire Tracker P Joined: Oct 2007 Posts: 3,547	Originally Posted by Ky221 Originally Posted by Big Stick I've yet to see my first Zeiss or MeOpta hold zero,track or repeat...though they are chockfull of Fluff,that swoons them who don't shoot. Hint................ My 3-9 conquest bounced around in the back of a landcruiser for 14 days last year in Namibia. Just for kicks...before I left I shot the rifle again. Shot looked like part of the original 3 shot group. That's good enough for this do nothing couch sitter. Yes that's all well and good but you didn't throw it onto a creek, did you? Haha

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18777901 09/21/23
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Big Stick Campfire Kahuna Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 58,257 Paradise,Alaska	Kudos for the Sweet “Satisfactions” that are your’s,for taking a rifle on a car trip. Hint. Fhuqking LAUGHING!………… Brad says: "Can't fault Rick for his pity letting you back on the fire... but pity it was and remains. Nothing more, nothing less. A sad little man in a sad little dream."

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? plumbum #18777935 09/21/23
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Ky221 Campfire Tracker K Joined: Aug 2011 Posts: 3,681	Originally Posted by plumbum Originally Posted by Ky221 Originally Posted by Big Stick I've yet to see my first Zeiss or MeOpta hold zero,track or repeat...though they are chockfull of Fluff,that swoons them who don't shoot. Hint................ My 3-9 conquest bounced around in the back of a landcruiser for 14 days last year in Namibia. Just for kicks...before I left I shot the rifle again. Shot looked like part of the original 3 shot group. That's good enough for this do nothing couch sitter. Yes that's all well and good but you didn't throw it onto a creek, did you? Haha That truly is the ultimate test. 🤦‍♂️

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18777987 09/21/23
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Big Stick Campfire Kahuna Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 58,257 Paradise,Alaska	The Do NOTHING Gang never ceases to amaze,by simply doing their best. Hint. Fhuqking LAUGHING!…………… Brad says: "Can't fault Rick for his pity letting you back on the fire... but pity it was and remains. Nothing more, nothing less. A sad little man in a sad little dream."

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? Big Stick #18778051 09/21/23
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Ky221 Campfire Tracker K Joined: Aug 2011 Posts: 3,681	🤦‍♂️

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18778061 09/21/23
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Big Stick Campfire Kahuna Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 58,257 Paradise,Alaska	Fortunately for you,Imagination,Pretend and Emoji’s are free,so even YOU can”afford” to “contribute”. Hint. Fhuqking LAUGHING!………….. Brad says: "Can't fault Rick for his pity letting you back on the fire... but pity it was and remains. Nothing more, nothing less. A sad little man in a sad little dream."

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18778066 09/21/23
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alwaysoutdoors Campfire Ranger A Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 27,799 TN	Every hunting rifle needs a Made in China ‘ware’ on top.

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18778086 09/21/23
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Big Stick Campfire Kahuna Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 58,257 Paradise,Alaska	Every Window Licker needs something to Whine about…you “lucky” kchunt. Hint. Congratulations?!? Fhuqking LAUGHING!…………. Brad says: "Can't fault Rick for his pity letting you back on the fire... but pity it was and remains. Nothing more, nothing less. A sad little man in a sad little dream."

Re: Which to put on my hunting rifle? MeoStar or conquest? RatherBHuntin #18778328 09/21/23
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Big Stick Campfire Kahuna Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 58,257 Paradise,Alaska	Sorry Ladies,today was (5) airports and an IFR Crab Walk to The Finish Line. Hint. At least you Crying CLUELESS Kchunts don't have to fret anything getting wet,on your Car Ride. Hint. A wee bit of perspective,for you Window Licking Do NOTHING Kchunts. Hint. Bless your poor poor(literally) hearts,for trying. I might start carving some Mail open this evening. Hint. Fhuqking LAUGHING!............. Brad says: "Can't fault Rick for his pity letting you back on the fire... but pity it was and remains. Nothing more, nothing less. A sad little man in a sad little dream."

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