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Doodaddy
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Posted: May/16/2008 at 01:00 |
The scope will be placed on my newly purchased Savage Mark II-Mako Heavy Barrel Thumbhole 22Lr used mostly for target shooting as well as prarie dogs and general plinking.
Nikko Nighteater Vortex Crossfire Those are the options I've narrowed it down to. Neither are really mentioned that often, or much at all for that matter, so I'm kind of limited without some input. I am open to other options, but I prefer to stay in this price range and under $200, unless the upgrade is significant over the previously mentioned scopes. :cool: |
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Doodaddy
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Well, apparently my hyperlinking code is frowned upon by this software.
The gun it's being mounted to: http://s21.photobucket.com/albums/b269/Doodaddy/Savage%20MkII%20Mako/ Nikko Nighteater: http://www.nikkostirling.com/Content/PlatinumNighteater/Nighteater.htm Vortex Crossfire: http://www.vortexoptics.com/riflescopes/view/vortex-crossfire-6-24x50-ao-riflescope Both are priced at $170. |
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300S&W
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Only thing I can tell ya is that I read on another forum that Nikko customer service is not good.
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cheaptrick
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http://www.swfa.com/pc-12782-2213-new-vortex-6-24x50-crossfire-rifle-scope.aspx
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Doodaddy
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Do you have any input or information about that scope? |
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cheaptrick
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No Sir.
I was merely pointing out that SWFA had a better price than the $170 scope you mentioned earlier in this thread.
Have you utilized the forum "search function"?
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cheaptrick
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Nice rifle!
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Doodaddy
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I am fully aware that SWFA has a better price, however the link I provided includes more information about the scope, which I thought would be better for the more experienced users to analyze versus the better price. I've searched quite a bit over a variety of forums. The Vortex Crossfire scopes are rarely mentioned (the Viper and Diamondbacks are far more popular), and the Nikko even less. I did happen to run across a Nikko Nighteater yesterday at a local target match. It was a 3-9x40 on a Savage .17HMR. I did like it, just desired a stronger power. |
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Doodaddy
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Why thank you. |
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cheaptrick
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http://www.opticstalk.com/forum_topics.asp?FID=5
You may want to check out the Rimfire Forum for some other scope ideas.
Sorry I couldn't be more helpful on the two scopes you mentioned.
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Doodaddy
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No apologies needed! I think I'm going to reconsider what I'm looking to purchase. Most likely, the power range I was looking for will reduce a tad, allowing me more options. I think a maximum power of 14x would be sufficient, hopefully in the +/- $200 range. Looks like I'm back to searching like mad. |
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300S&W
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Dd,I found a scope that may intrest you. The Bushnell Legend 5-15x40 w/adjustable objective and mil-dot reticle. Found this listed under the rimfire scopes but it's also listed under centerfire scopes. Bushnell's have always been known as being at or near top as far as entry level scopes go. It also was given a 4 1/2 star rating. It's available at SWFA for a good bit under your max budget!
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tahqua
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For $200 and target shooting I think the Weaver 3-9 with AO is a great choice. The optics are fully multi-coated and the bodies have the same construction as their big game scopes.
http://www.swfa.com/pc-2319-257-weaver-3-9x32-rv9-classic-rimfire-rifle-scope.aspx This scope will let you see holes at 100 yards with no problem. The AO will let you close focus for shots at insects @ 5 yards. Doug Edited by tahqua - May/18/2008 at 10:35 |
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Doodaddy
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Both of those look really nice.
I like my dad's Weaver V24, so that's definitely an option. http://www.swfa.com/pc-2627-233-leatherwood-6-18x50-distinguished-rifle-scope.aspx That one has caught my eye as well. The 1/8" clicks are highly appealing. |
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cheaptrick
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Doodaddy
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As has the Burris Timberline series. This one
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Doodaddy
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I'm kind of unsure about the Swifts. My brother has the 8-32x50 Premier on his Savage .17HMR and I found it to be really dark. |
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300S&W
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Hey Dd,are ya having fun yet?? I went through a scope selection ordeal a few months back. Sometimes it kinda makes ya wish they only made one.
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Doodaddy
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Oh yeah, it's a blast bouncing from one scope to another. I wasn't too concerned with it at first, until I participated in a local target shoot. They used the Official NRA 50y Rimfire target and the Nikon Prostaff 3-9x40 (only functioning scope just laying around for the new rifle, the pictured Tasco had a dial that was broken) had reticles that covered the bulleye. It was rather frustrating. I ended up scoring 99 with no X's. Good enough for third, but not good enough for me. Believe it or not, I may have settled on a scope..... I hope. Millett 4-16x56 |
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300S&W
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YEA RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL
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