scope suggestions

[MikeG]

I will be getting a NEF Handi-Rifle in .30-06. I'd like to put a relatively inexpensive fixed power scope on it (about 4X). But seeing how much a 7 pound .30-06 will recoil, I can't go for a cheap scope. What scopes would be good for this?

[7MMGUY]

Leupold would be my choice.

[Loader9]

You don't necessarily need to break the bank to get decent, reliable glass. I bought a Redfield scope, made by Leupold, and dearly love the thing. It's a no frills scope but holds POI on a 270 win, clear as day, and adjusts power with out bullet changing impact. Retail on these scopes tops out at $200.00. What's not to like?
http://www.redfield.com/riflescopes/

[jmortimer]

For the $$$ around $140.00 you can't beat the Weaver Classic K 4x
http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct/?productNumber=174349

[billnourse]

For 159.00 you can have a variable 3x9x40 Redfield with a ballistic reticule. It is made by Leupold in the USA, and has a lifetime warranty.

I put one on my son's 700 .270 and it performs very well.

Bill

[Bird Dog]

I like your first instinct. A fixed scope has a lot fewer parts to break and fewer lenses to bleed light than a variable. The Weaver K-series scopes are a good value. My K6 is brighter than my Leupold Variable when it is set on 6x and costs one third as much. There are good variable scopes values too, but they have both advantages and disadvantages compared to fixed power scopes.

[Abel]

http://swfa.com/Sightron-4x32-SII-Riflescope-P9181.aspx

http://swfa.com/Swift-4x32-Reliant-Rifle-Scope-P8856.aspx

[mikejonestkd]

http://swfa.com/Leupold-4x33-FX-II-Riflescope-P3266.aspx

Leupold FX-11 4 power scope for $300.

Another good choice is the above mentioned weaver K-4 for $130

http://swfa.com/Weaver-4x38-Classic-K-Rifle-Scope-P5054.aspx

[Fusion]

The Vortex Vipers on clearance right now are a heck of a deal.

[aarondhgraham]

It's a really nice rifle in any caliber,,,
Mine is chambered for the .357 Magnum cartridge.

Lotsa good scopes being recommended here,,,
I'm no optics expert but I'll tell you what is working for me.

I have a Bushnell Banner 3 x 9 x 40 mounted on my rifle,,,
I know I've put over 500 rounds through it,,,
Scope hasn't lost it's zero yet.

I did have the base screws come loose once,,,
My fault as I didn't put any fingernail polish on them.

Poor man's Loctite would have saved me 9 rounds getting the zero back.

Have fun and enjoy your new rifle,,,
You are gonna love that single-shot wonder.

.

[badlander]

Burris 4x-20 timberline. On sale at www.opticsplanet.com $159.
Nice small scope bbout 8" long 8oz.

[HunterGuy]

I've been a die hard Leupold guy for a long time, so when a friend of mine gave me his Nikon Monarch to try on my new T/C Icon Precision Hunter, I scoffed at him.

When I finally sighted it in and sent some rounds down range I was sold almost immediately. Clarity unseen except in a Swarovski. The BDC reticle is certainly a nice feature. Side focus for your higher powered magnifications, and a price you cannot beat for that kind of quality.

You may spend a little more than you are looking to, but a lot of very good shooters say you should spend half as much on your scope as you did on your rifle.

[.300 Weatherby Mag]

very good shooters say you should spend half as much on your scope as you did on your rifle.

Buy what suits the rifle and your expectations... Assigning a cost ratio is stupid...

[HunterGuy]

So putting a $150 scope on a $1,000 rifle makes sense to you since the $150 scope was in your cost ratio?

[.300 Weatherby Mag]

That case does not follow my logic.. If a $1000 rifle needs a $1000 scope for me to be happy... Then thats what it gets...

[SSA]

$50 rebate on that 4X Sightron. Fully multi-coated, as good a warranty as anybody.
I'd do that.

[lefteyedom]

It is better to put a high dollar scope on a cheap rifle than the other way around.

That said you don't need to spend over $200 for a good scope for 30.06. Look at the Redfield 2X7x33 for $129.

It would be a great scope for your rifle without breaking the bank.






http://swfa.com/Redfield-2-7x33-Revolution-Rifle-Scope-P44466.aspx

[JKump]

For the price you can't beat a Nikon Prostaff for around $100 ar Walmart. It is 4 x 32 and would be perfect for that rifle. I have one one my NEF Survivor 308, it just works. I have had mine now for 4 years without any problems. ;)

[MikeG]

Thanks for the advice. I'm seeing whats available locally before I check the web.

[trigger45]

my weaver k4 has helped me get moa on a .243win a .308 and a .270win and is now on a .50 omega and still getting moa. neat scope. and at 300 its gets me about 3 inch groups.

[Webyshops.com]

Mike:

I am sure adding a couple of more brands for you to consider will only "help" :-)

Just kidding.

On a more serious note - if price is important to you - take the time to look at Hawke Rifle Scopes (http://www.riflescopes.webyshops.com/Brands/Hawke-Rifle-Scopes) and Vortex Rifle Scopes (http://www.riflescopes.webyshops.com/Brands/Vortex-Rifle-Scopes).

Here's one that I would recommend:

VORTEX Crossfire 6x40 Riflescope, V-Plex Reticle (CRF-640) (http://www.riflescopes.webyshops.com/Products/Rifle-Scopes/VORTEX-Crossfire-6x40-Riflescope-V-Plex-Reticle-CRF-640)

[ryalred]

I know that a lot of people will disagree, but I've had real good luck with not-too-expensive Bushnell scopes on some high pretty heafty recoil rifles. Maybe I've just been lucky.

However, you can't go wrong with a Leupold or their less expensive Redfield scopes.

I dropped a rifle with a Leupold scope on it out of a stand and actually bent the front rim of the scope a little and the scope would have still killed a deer as it was still nearly dead on zero!

[lefteyedom]

Beside the optical quality one of the main reason to spend till it hurts on a scope is durability. The price that durability cost is worth it in the confidence and in piece of mind.

Yes I have seen high dollar scopes fail and have seen hunters using 50 year old 2.5 power Lyman Alaskans. Everything is a gamble.

The peace of mind that a $200-350 hunting scope gives me is worth far more that 100 to 150 bucks I could save with an entry level scope.

If I had it I could justify spending $1500 on a scope I just don't have it to spend yet.:o