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cogito · February 18, 2013, 12:05 PM

I've just bought my first rifle and have been looking for the right scope.

A few questions?
a) "sweet 17" or "17 hot" scopes -- just a gimmick? If I use different weights/different velocities, doesn't that undermine the turret gradations?

b) I would really like a mil-dot scope so that I can accommodate for bullet drop, rather than adjusting elevation -- a newbie error?

c) Mueller is often pointed out as a great brand for the money. Does its optics clearly beat BSA, Barska, Simmons?

d) I suppose, any other advice? BTW, I'd like to stay <$150, preferably closer to $100.

Thanks.

February 18, 2013, 12:05 PM	#1
cogito Member Join Date: October 16, 2012 Location: Mid-Western State Posts: 37	Scope suggestions for a Savage 17HMR I've just bought my first rifle and have been looking for the right scope. A few questions? a) "sweet 17" or "17 hot" scopes -- just a gimmick? If I use different weights/different velocities, doesn't that undermine the turret gradations? b) I would really like a mil-dot scope so that I can accommodate for bullet drop, rather than adjusting elevation -- a newbie error? c) Mueller is often pointed out as a great brand for the money. Does its optics clearly beat BSA, Barska, Simmons? d) I suppose, any other advice? BTW, I'd like to stay <$150, preferably closer to $100. Thanks.