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Ggerg1186
Optics GrassHopper Joined: May/14/2013 Location: Iowa Status: Offline Points: 2 |
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Posted: May/14/2013 at 17:56 |
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Didn't see a new member introduction area...but I figured I will start here. I have 4 guns that I want to purchase optics for, but my top priority is for the latest edition to my safe...an 11-87 Remington 12 guage. I purchased the gun used with a bird barrel and OEM walnut stock, but have finally purchased all of the components to build my newest deer hunting rig. (Most of Iowa is shotgun only) I bought the Remington brand 21" slug barrel, fully rifled with the cantilevered scope mount I plan to shoot Hornady 2-3/4" plastic sabot rounds I have heard this combo is good to 175-200 yards and I am looking for a scope to match the capability of the shotgun. My current spend limit is about $250 unless someone can tell me what return I get for spending more than that with my expected target range. I would be hard pressed to mount a scope that is worth more than the shotgun itself. (I can be reasoned with, but my wife....) I probably do not need more than 3-9 power. I have a mill and a lathe so I can build custom scope mounts for larger objective lenses. (currently thinking 40-50mm). I have a 12ga used for bird shot, so I do not plan to dissassemble the 11-87 once it is set up for deer hunting. This 11-87 will be used exclusively for target practice and deer hunting. Any input is appreciated, but I will be searching and lurking for a bit to see what others answers are available. Feel free to post a link if this question has been answered elsewhere.
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SVT_Tactical
MODERATOR Chief Sackscratch Joined: December/17/2009 Location: NorthCackalacky Status: Offline Points: 31233 |
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Peddler
Optics God Joined: July/04/2012 Location: Oswego,NY Status: Offline Points: 13526 |
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I'd get the barrel pinned and put a 4X or 6X by 40MM on it. Don't especially like the cantilever but you already have it.
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