Scope question

[madbomber10]

I have a .300 wsm and am thinking about putting a new scope on it. I have two questions:

1) I would like to spend in the $200 range (yes I know when it comes to scopes you get what you pay for, but that is what I can afford) and was wondering if anyone had any suggestions.

2) Is the ballistic plex reticle the way to go?

[Cooter]

Burris Fullfield II(get free binocs as well), Bushnell 3200, Simmons Aetec, and not sure of model but I like Weavers for the price.

Not familiar with ballistic plexes.

[HOT SPOT]

look at the nikons I have 3 leopolds and they are great scopes but for the money I think Nikons are just a nice. My dad has a Nikon Monarch and thats a very nice scope for the money. He got a great deal on the web / acution when he got his. Go to a store find what you like and look what kind of prices they are on the web. I no I saved $175 bucks on the last scope I got.

Oh ya look at a nikon buck master. My buddy is very happy with his and those anre in the 200 depends on what one you want

[Larson15]

Nikon has a few really nice scopes in the price range and I have had great luck with them. I would put a 3x9x40 or 3x9x50 on that rifle. You can get the nikon ProStaff 3x9x40 for around $160, ProStaff 3x9x50 for around $200, or a Nikon Buckmaster for around $220.

I think that the ProStaff 3x9x50 would be pretty sweet on that gun

On that rifle I would definately stay away from Bushnell, Simmons, Tasco, or any of the other cheap brands. Myself and others have had really bad luck with these brands and they dont back there warranties like Nikon or Leupold will.

[madbomber10]

I am really leaning towards a 3*9*50 over a 3*9*40. I just think that would give much better light transmission.

[SMILEY]

I have a Weaver V9 (I think that's the model) 3X9X42 - it's basically the workingman's version of the Grand Slam - it's clear, doesn't fog up, I have not made any adjustments in over 5 years when sighting-in at the range, it's mounted to a Savage 06 that kicks like a mule, seems to hold its zero. Retail is around $200.

Father-in-law has the Simmons AETEC - very nice scope for the money. Same deal - has not made any adjustments when sighting in. Retail is also around $200.

It seems that, overall, optics have come a long way in the past 10 years or so. I know you get what you pay for, but it seems that today's less expensive scopes are just as good as the more expensive scopes that were made 10 years ago. Just my opinion.

[bloc004]

I have the nikon buckmaster 3x9x40 and I have no complaints, plus the warranty (as mentioned earlier) is nice! It was just over 200 at gm.

[hunter991]

Nikon prostaff is a good scope for about $160. i have one on one of my rifles. Also, cameralandny.com has Pentax Pioneer's on sale for $99. This is basically a burris fulfeild i believe. Great scope for the money. There are a few good ones for $200 or less but a bunch of good ones at $350 or more.

[paul pachowicz]

well, for 200 bucks you hafta add on the cost of rings and mounts. I won't use anything other then Leupold single piece base and dovetailed rings. Burris and Redfield also make good ones. Regardless of the brand of scope you buy it will probably have your typical 30-30 reticles. What I recommend is to set up a piece of 32 X 16 piece of cardboard which is about the average size of a deer from tail to chest & brisket to whiters. Pace off 100 yards, set it on 4 power and see how much of it fills between the narrow points then move back, 150, 200, 250, 300 yards. As the distances increase watch the crosshair to heavy points. I find this pretty handy as a rangefinder. Lot of scopes have some sort of instructions on how to do this but, I think it helps to see for yourself on how accurate the manufactor's guidelines are.

[mnhunter17]

I have a Nikon Prostaff 3-9x40 on my 30.06 and really like it. I got it with the BDC reticle (bullet drop compensating), which really helps on longer shots. For the money a great scope.

[Code-Man]

Scheels 3.5-10x42 Great scope and worth every scent 199.99 I believe. AWESOME SCOPE!

[HunterLee]

I see no reason for a 50mm over a 40mm. I hunt coyotes at night alot and with my leapold's there is no need for it. That right there will put up over your 200 bucks. I would go with a nikon. They fit your budget and are nice scopes.

[fletcher]

buckmaster nikon I second that

[Muthagoose]

Nikon Buckmaster,Clear,solid and a unlimited NO Questions ASKED repair or replace warranty. You don't find a company policy like that often.

[madbomber10]

What about Bushnell? I know larson15 recommended staying away because of warranty reasons. What are the quality of scheels or cabelas brand scopes?

I really appreciate all the info. I dont want to get stuck with a crappy scope.

[crothmeier]

I have an older simmons I got on sale, it was originally well over $200 but I picked it up for $179. Its a 2-10x44 Simmons Whitetail Classic.

[Lip_Ripper Guy]

I compared a bunch of scopes around the $200 range a couple years back for a varmint gun. I ended up with a Bushnell Trophy 4x12x40 at the recommendation of a few of the guys working the optics counter at the C store. It was brighter, clearer, and had better eye relief than all of the other scopes. I repeated the same test 2 years ago when I bought my deer rifle and ended up transferring the same scope to that gun.

[DonBo]

Another vote for the Nikon Buckmaster. I love mine and it's right around $200.

[Arctic]

Nikon Buckmaster, 3-9X40mm. An excellent scope with great optics that can handle the recoil. Lifetime warranty. What more does one need?

[gunmunky]

I picked up an Alpen Apex off that "E" auction sight about 2 years ago (spent about 100 bucks on it, 4-16 x 50). I would have to say most people couldn't tell the it from a higher priced scope. It's held zero very well. You may want to look at these to.

[paceman]

I have a NIKON pro-staff. It is a great scope at a great price....

[Schloogs]

For the money, I would also suggest Nikon Pro-Staff with Leopold rings. The scope and rings should put you at about $200.

[Larson15]

Go Nikon, I have already learned the hardway with cheaper brands