The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - which is better ?3x9x40 or 50mm or 4x12x40 or 50mm

fisherman66 · March 24, 2008, 07:29 PM

Is weight a factor? The 50mm objective adds a considerable amount of weight, but doesn't utilize the exit pupil increase under typical hunting magnifications.

What's your anticipated shooting distance? If it's inside your MPBR I'd stick with the 3-9x40. If you like shooting at higher power then you *might* see a benefit from the bigger scope.

March 24, 2008, 07:29 PM	#4
fisherman66 Senior Member Join Date: August 22, 2005 Location: The Woodlands TX Posts: 4,679	Is weight a factor? The 50mm objective adds a considerable amount of weight, but doesn't utilize the exit pupil increase under typical hunting magnifications. What's your anticipated shooting distance? If it's inside your MPBR I'd stick with the 3-9x40. If you like shooting at higher power then you might see a benefit from the bigger scope. __________________ la plus belle des ruses du diable est de vous persuader qu'il n'existe pas!