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Picher · June 12, 2013, 07:56 AM

Regarding sights, I like 3-9X Leupold VX 2 or 3. They are clear enough to see game in any hunting conditions I choose and deadly accurate at any reasonable range. The nice thing about them is that they seem to be lighter than many other scopes I've had. The lighter, clearer, tougher and brighter a scope the better!!!

I don't have secondary sights on my big game or varmint hunting rifles, but it's easy enough to add good ones if you feel you must. If you're going to Alaska or any place far from home, bring an extra scope, all sighted in, with Weaver or other detachable mounts. It can save your hunt. Better yet, bring another rifle.

I've already said that I recommend the .30-06 as the best all-around caliber. A Tikka T3 Lite is a great rifle to carry, but I prefer a bit more weight when shooting multiple shots of heavier cartridges than .243 Win, from prone or sitting positions. (I'm almost 70 and am more recoil-sensitive than when younger.)

June 12, 2013, 07:56 AM	#88
Picher Senior Member Join Date: December 14, 2004 Location: Maine Posts: 3,694	Regarding sights, I like 3-9X Leupold VX 2 or 3. They are clear enough to see game in any hunting conditions I choose and deadly accurate at any reasonable range. The nice thing about them is that they seem to be lighter than many other scopes I've had. The lighter, clearer, tougher and brighter a scope the better!!! I don't have secondary sights on my big game or varmint hunting rifles, but it's easy enough to add good ones if you feel you must. If you're going to Alaska or any place far from home, bring an extra scope, all sighted in, with Weaver or other detachable mounts. It can save your hunt. Better yet, bring another rifle. I've already said that I recommend the .30-06 as the best all-around caliber. A Tikka T3 Lite is a great rifle to carry, but I prefer a bit more weight when shooting multiple shots of heavier cartridges than .243 Win, from prone or sitting positions. (I'm almost 70 and am more recoil-sensitive than when younger.)