Thread: Dual purpose scopes

Originally Posted by superdiver

Where did you get that from? Would love a low powered s3

https://sightronusa.com/siiiss3-510x44lr-series/

There are/were a lot of scopes made from 2010-2017 with really useable magnification ranges, objective sizes, light weight and a single turn dial turret.

Leica had an ER 3.5-14X44 which is a superb scope, am lucky to own one.

Seems like 50mm objectives with 34mm tubes is the norm now...

Originally Posted by caberslash

+1, I'm going to borrow the term 'overscope' from now on.

Used to have an S&B PM2 Ultra Short 5-20X50, sold it and got a Leupold Mk4 3.5-10X40, much happier!

They’re certainly a bit of a donkey on a hunting rifle


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For relatively light weight, great optics and zoom flexibility, a 3.5-18x44 Z5 would fit the bill. Being a target shooter as well, I feel you need at least 18 to do the job in that arena. 12-15 just doesn't cut it.

Thanks for all the input people! Really appreciate everyone's comments and advise. Cheers and happy Friday

Originally Posted by 25 /08 IMP

+1 for the Delta I sold my VX 5 to get the Delta taitainum 4x24 for my Tikka .260 it's awesome for long range and still fine up close.
Yes it's a big scope but I've got used to it and we'll worth the money.

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Looks good mate! Doesn't actually look too big either.

Cheers

There are a lot of good scopes for around $1500 but not too many FFP ones that'd make for a good hunting scope.
I think an FFP 3-18 scope would be well suited for your intended use but find one with a suitable reticle with good glass and turrets in that price range is tricky.
I really like the Viper PST 3-15 for a somewhat smaller and lighter FFP scope but the reticle is quite thin on 3x for hunting.

I think the best scope for you would probably be a Meopta Optika6 3-18x50, I've not seen one in person but the have generally good reviews with good glass and turrets and a reticle that is designed to be more visible on lower mag settings.
Also has locking windage which is preferable on a field/hunting rifle.

vx6 2x12

Originally Posted by Shot Bro

Hey all,

FFP and around $1000-$1500 in Mil is my preference, are there any lighter weight LR options out there that are durable enough and can be managed on longer hikes through the bush and suit LR preferences at the same time? Or should I go smaller as I am leaning more to LR optics at the moment?

Cheers

Just be careful with a FFP for a hunting scope if you any type of bush hunting, if it's not illuminated you will be searching for the reticle/cross hair in low light.
Try before you buy.
I lost 3 deer with my old 4-14 FFP before I swapped it out, I could see the deer but had no aim point. The last one was 10.00 in the morning so not very dark at all but in tight thick bush.

High magnification ( over 18 power ) isn’t necessary for hunting or targets in my opinion.
I know that’s not a widely held belief in this modern world , but I believe it’s true .
None of my hunting rifles have over 12 power, and my only target scope is maxed out at 18 .
I’m happy to shoot at targets with my 6.5 Creedmoor as far as it can go with 18 power and often 18 is to high in regards to mirage / climatic conditions .
People need to spend more time watching the wind , and less time watching YouTube .

Originally Posted by Ground Control

High magnification ( over 18 power ) isn’t necessary for hunting or targets in my opinion.
I know that’s not a widely held belief in this modern world , but I believe it’s true .
None of my hunting rifles have over 12 power, and my only target scope is maxed out at 18 .
I’m happy to shoot at targets with my 6.5 Creedmoor as far as it can go with 18 power and often 18 is to high in regards to mirage / climatic conditions .
People need to spend more time watching the wind , and less time watching YouTube .

I had a 5x25 zeiss and ended up just using 15-20 of it to get out past 600 odd. I'm with you

Shot this @ 600yds off pikau with 6.5*55 S&L hunting rifle and VX5 2-10*42 recently. IMO 10x is plenty for most shooting. (The high shot was my fault

Originally Posted by Woody

Shot this @ 600yds off pikau with 6.5*55 S&L hunting rifle and VX5 2-10*42 recently. IMO 10x is plenty for most shooting. (The high shot was my fault
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Deadly! That will be my upgrade scope for my 308 one day....just need hunting to swing back in front of fishing

Originally Posted by 25 /08 IMP

+1 for the Delta I sold my VX 5 to get the Delta taitainum 4x24 for my Tikka .260 it's awesome for long range and still fine up close.
Yes it's a big scope but I've got used to it and we'll worth the money.

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What I like about mine is that its not a long 'scope so the weight seems to sit nicely between my hands. Damn good 'scope.

Point is that 8-10 x will do most of what a hunter requires out to quite long ethical ranges.

I think magnification is a bit like horse power. Always nice to have a bit in reserve even if you don't always need it.
I see delta do a 5-50x56. Should suit the little rascal.22 nicely