Scope recommendations

[deerkiller300wsm]

Looking to mount a new scope on my Christensen Mesa 6.5cm. I have looked at so many that they are kinda all running together and I can't make my mind up. I have spoke to Doug as well. Looking for a high end mid range magnification scope. Prefer <50mm bell. Exposed turrets. Reliable tracking and of course great glass. Hunting open CRP fields with shots that can exceed my confident range (<400 yards). The Mesa outperforms me as well. Have looked at Zeiss sightron leupold NF swaro and Meopta. Any recommendations from people who have tried tested and proved their optics?

 

[muddyboots]

I'm a zeiss guy. And after they sent me a new pair of binos after I broke mine I am a diehard fan.

 

[monjorrow]

I really like Vortex glass. I have a "lower end" Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6-24x50. It is very clear, FFP, esposed turrets, and the best part is it only costs ~$400. I'm very happy with it shooting out to 500yrds and beyond.

 

[44 mag]

I second Vortex they have great glass and great warranty

 

[deerkiller300wsm]

Vortex is "okay" glass at best guys. Until you get into their razor series, which is nice. Sorry not being ugly. Vortex has a great warranty, but that's all.

 

[Luckybuck16]

Vortex second to none.. warranty and for a hunting scope can't go wrong all my glass is vortex

 

[7X57]

I realized a few years ago that I always over scoped my rifles. The scopes were big and didn't fit the lines of the rifle and also made a nice rifle feel unbalanced. My custom Remington 700s wear Leupold VX3i 2.5-8x36. They look amazing, are light weight, and plenty enough for 300 yard shots. I also like the older West Germany ZEISS Diavari 3-9x36. Good luck in your search.

 

[deerkiller300wsm]

Vortex second to none.. warranty and for a hunting scope can't go wrong all my glass is vortex

Agreed. Their warranty is awesome. It truely is no haggle. I'm just personally not impressed with their scopes. Have owned several including diamondback, hst, pst..... now their razor is awesome but just too dang heavy.

 

[Andy S.]

I realized a few years ago that I always over scoped my rifles. The scopes were big and didn't fit the lines of the rifle and also made a nice rifle feel unbalanced.

I went through the same phase at one point in my life. These days, I much prefer lightweight 1" tubes with 36-44mm exit objectives.

 

[rtaylor]

I've got one Leupold VX5HD and a VX6. I was looking for something light with exposed turrets that have a zero stop and lock. Both of these fit the bill. An added plus is that Leupold will custom make a dial for free if you send them your ballistics. Tracking has been spot on as well.

 

[reloadxx]

Look at trijicon. I love there scopes

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[Headhunter]

kahles

 

[jetwrnch]

I'm a Trijicon guy. Love the Accupoint scopes.

 

[Deer Assassin]

zeiss v6

 

[BDS05]

Vortex warranty is good. That's a plus because you'll probably need it. I've "skimped" and went Vortex 3 times. I've sent 4 scopes back. I'm a die hard Leupold fan. Never owned Zeiss or Nightforce. I have a bud who swears by the Burris Veracity line.

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[swd]

It was telling to me when the CEO of Leupold took the VX5HD on his hunts. If I had the need for something in that price range, that would be a top contender. I am really happy with my VX3i 4.5-14x40. Low light visibility and clarity has exceeded my expectations.

 

[tellico4x4]

Swarovski Z6 on 7 STW is my go to long range hunting rig, 30mm tube but does have a big bell. Have 12-15 various Leupold products and always have served me well. They replaced a 20+ year old pair of binos last year within a week of sending old ones in. Tried a couple of Zeiss scopes several years ago but did not like either. Sold to a friend who loves them and still uses regularly. To each their own I guess...

 

[TNRifleman]

I would move past the Vortex as I have seen too many issues lately, even with the Razor HD LHT line. The Zeiss V4 or V6 would be your best bet in the ones you outlined. I have multiple V4's and the exposed turrets are really nice and track really well.

 

[fairchaser]

Just remember that any scope that doesn't track is worthless. The glass matters but the mechanics matter more. Consider that 0 to 1000 yds is less than 1/2 degree. It takes a precise instrument to do that reliably and predictably then return to zero. I also like the vortex line of scopes in their mid and upper end models and I have no problem spending more on the scope than the rifle.

 

[square]

Leupold. Great product and great service when you need it

 

[2in1shot]

Vortex is so good that you pay for the cost of a replacement under warranty when you buy the first time.

Junk.

 

[redblood]

I have had them all. Leupold vx3 for me. They are low profile and light.

 

[redblood]

I strongly endorse the bausch and lomb elite 4000 series for all weather setups. I can see clearly through a driving rain and a soaked optical lense

 

[Sasquatch Boogie Outdoors]

Nothing but leupold on my rifles. Customer service, quality, and American!!!

 

[Rakkin6]

Wish Nikon had not shut down there scope side of the house. I really like my two Nikon Slughunter scopes I use on my Benelli and Savage 212. If I have to replace I am going with the Leupold VX Freedom muzzleloader/shotgun scope.

 

[tellico4x4]

Just remember that any scope that doesn't track is worthless. The glass matters but the mechanics matter more. Consider that 0 to 1000 yds is less than 1/2 degree. It takes a precise instrument to do that reliably and predictably then return to zero. I also like the vortex line of scopes in their mid and upper end models and I have no problem spending more on the scope than the rifle.

Had a guy tell me 30 yrs ago that if you have a $500 rifle & put a $100 scope on it, then you have a $100 outfit!

 

[Sasquatch Boogie Outdoors]

Had a guy tell me 30 yrs ago that if you have a $500 rifle & put a $100 scope on it, then you have a $100 outfit!

Yep

 

[Tnshooter15]

I have a Swarovski on my Jarrett and is a good setup but my Leupold on my old faithful a-bolt is just as good to my eyes me I have never liked Zeiss although some love them. Whatever you do by the best glass you can afford the rifle is only as good as the scope in low light.