Scope suggestions for a Savage 17HMR

cogito · February 18, 2013, 01:05 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.

rcase1234 · February 18, 2013, 01:55 PM

I have a sweet .17 on my savage 17hmr and its a freakin sweet scope. For $60 I would definetly recommend it

joshobrien77 · February 18, 2013, 02:34 PM

I tried a few and ended up with the Nikon Prostaff 150. Love it. Clear glass and using spot on u cans toss a round out to 300+ using the bdc.

http://www.nikonsportoptics.com/en/N...e-BDC-150.html

Mauser8mm · February 25, 2013, 06:10 PM

Vortex Crossfire II 3-9x40 Dead Hold BDC Reticle

http://www.opticsplanet.com/vortex-c...fle-scope.html

The Dead Hold BDC Reticle is essentially a mil-dot setup. It goes for $150, I just ordered one with the V-Plex reticle for my 8mm Mauser. Let us know what you decide on, and post some pictures!!

February 18, 2013, 01:05 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.

February 18, 2013, 01:55 PM	#2
rcase1234 Senior Member Join Date: September 6, 2012 Posts: 174	I have a sweet .17 on my savage 17hmr and its a freakin sweet scope. For $60 I would definetly recommend it __________________ "Gun control is not the answer" "We don't blame cars for drunk drivers, why blame guns for violent people?"

February 18, 2013, 02:34 PM	#3
joshobrien77 Member Join Date: June 30, 2012 Posts: 31	Re: Scope suggestions for a Savage 17HMR I tried a few and ended up with the Nikon Prostaff 150. Love it. Clear glass and using spot on u cans toss a round out to 300+ using the bdc. http://www.nikonsportoptics.com/en/N...e-BDC-150.html

February 25, 2013, 06:10 PM	#4
Mauser8mm Senior Member Join Date: September 19, 2012 Location: Near Gainesville Fl. Posts: 219	Vortex Crossfire II 3-9x40 Dead Hold BDC Reticle Vortex Crossfire II 3-9x40 Dead Hold BDC Reticle http://www.opticsplanet.com/vortex-c...fle-scope.html The Dead Hold BDC Reticle is essentially a mil-dot setup. It goes for $150, I just ordered one with the V-Plex reticle for my 8mm Mauser. Let us know what you decide on, and post some pictures!!