Scope Advice, Please?

[andyfr1968 772]

I'm looking for a decent springer rated scope. Nothing fancy, just something that I can rely on.

 

I'm currently useing my trusty old EB 6x44 with a fine 30-30 ret but I'd like something with a nice basic mil-dot ret or similar. I really liked Hawke's SR6 ret but I'm pissed off with Hawkes falling to bits.

 

I'm leaning towards the Nikon Prostaf range or Nikko Sterling's Platinum's but any other sugestions would be very welcome. Up to around £200.

 

Cheers.

[andyfr1968 772]

Sorry, I've no idea why my computer has decided to post this up three times....

[Rake aboot 4,936]

Never like Nikos.

 

I have a coupla Hawkes, sr12`s and find them really good. Another option might be a quality second hand Meopta, or Doctor

 

Jap Tasco with BDC ?

[Rake aboot 4,936]

Ooooh

 

Here yeh go,, bit dear but good at that price

 

http://www.thestalkingdirectory.co.uk/showthread.php/70413-Meopta-Artemis-2000-3-12x50-Range-finding-Ret-4B-30mm-tube

[porkybella 284]

Try the mtc range bud. Mtc mamba or mamba lite. If you can push another 40 quid get the 3-12x44 viper.

[slave 33]

Vortex make great scopes have a look at the diamondback with dead-hold ret this ret is a bdc ret the non ao versions have to be reparalaxed the entire range has a lifetime guaranteeotttthttp://www.riflecraft.co.uk/rifles/rifle-scopes-64.aspx?pageindex=1

this link explains the ret http://www.network54.com/Forum/451309/thread/1370310388/Vortex+diamondback+bdc+reticle

Edited September 6, 2013 by slave

[Brackenharley 16]

I like the look of the Vortex scopes, I am thinking of one of those or a Prostaff 4-12 x40.

[slave 33]

I like the look of the Vortex scopes, I am thinking of one of those or a Prostaff 4-12 x40.

Vortex are huge in the Us and Canada the bdc ret is different but usable and the guarantee is unconditional http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9FAbsgCeI2c

And some companies are making some big claims(Vortex optics stood a cut above the rest. Manufacturers such as Leupold, Zeiss, Burris, Hawke and Nikon were all considered, but for best all round performance, Vortex were clear winners.)

[woodcote1 88]

Vortex Diamondback Rimfire 2-7x35. Plain ret and paralax set at 50 yards.

[Brackenharley 16]

Are the Vortex scopes easy to re-parallax. Was thinking about 35 yards.

[j j m 6,550]

Vortex gets my vote

[Marksman 934]

MTC with AMD Reticle mate..... cant whack it

 

Darryl

[slave 33]

Are the Vortex scopes easy to re-parallax. Was thinking about 35 yards.

They are easy to reparallax but if it is returned under warranty for a "fogging" issue due to the gas escaping then it is not as its classed as deliberate damage. A reparralaxed scope has been returned and replaced no questions.

I heard they are looking at offering the scopes pre set to AG ranges soon but if you can afford it get an Ao version

[andyfr1968 772]

Thanks for the replys, lads.

 

I do quite like the MTCs that I've seen but I think the Nikons are a little better built and I like their no frills style. The Nikko that I have in mind is the 8x56 Nighteater. Again quite basic but an ideal spec for what I need.

 

I've never had anything to do with Vortex scopes before but I'll certainly check them out. Thanks for the heads up.

[moxy 617]

Isn't a 56 a little overkill unless its going onto a FAC rifle Andy?

My 50 is more than adequate and is crystal clear for lamping. Even for the FAC.

Just throwing my bit into the mix.