Scope recommendtions for Sako Bavarian

Hi there!

Recently got a good deal on a new sako bavarian in 308. Wrestling with scope options. I do a variety of different hunting, anywhere from hunting pigs on open farms in Northland to open tops in Kaimanawas and dense kaimai's, usually under 300m. I'm liking the idea of the VORTEX VIPER PST 2.5-10X44, however being that the rifle is quite traditional I feel it wouldn't really suit...

Are there any other options I should be considering? zeiss conquest hd5 3-15x42 could be another... Running optilocks 30MM LOW

Any help would be much appreciated.

My pick would be a swaro 3-9x36, kahles 2-7x36 or a kahles 1.6-8x42 if you wanted something a little better in low light. Small, light weight, good quality glass scopes.

VX6 1-6 x24 could be an option as well, more traditional look with no objective bell

6x heaps for most shooting applications, might be pushing it at 300 though

Cheers

Dino

6x is fine to +400 on large animals... if you think about it a 6x scope improves your open sights at 100m to an effective 600m.... and most would not suggest that 100m with open sights with a well tuned rifle is not acceptable

+1 on the VX6 1-6... get the CDS version

I doubt vortex would have the glass required for your needs mate. Leupy or some euro glass :D HD5 are 1inch tube so new rings would be needed.

We worth looking at something like a Swaro Z3 3-10x42. Still a fairly light scope with good versatility.

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Originally Posted by Barefoot

We worth looking at something like a Swaro Z3 3-10x42. Still a fairly light scope with good versatility.

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Yes but also 25mm tube size.


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Optilocks are new and can exchange without a problem, looks like I'll be reducing size. Like the sound of the Swaro

Nothing wrong with the Swaro... get the 4A reticle..

not dial-able though if thats an issue.... other option is a VX-3 2.5-8 CDS or 3.5-10 CDS

I would go for lightness and optic quality - therefore Swarovski (already got a few ticks in this thread). What is you budget?
Only issue is your 30mm rings would not suit a Z3 3-9x36 but the scope itself would be a superb mate for the Bavarian.

Budget was for around 1k, however I'm aware I won't be able to get into any euro glass for that price. Could stretch to $1500 if I can be convinced to spend the extra, if it's worth the investment. Wanting to keep this rifle for a very long time and have it as my goto.

Very much appreciate the feedback so far.

I'd agree about the above mentioned Swarovski. I am also a fan of the small Kahles. I own two @3-9x42. CT and KX. Light and the type of quality your talking about.


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S&B Klassik 3-12x50mm. You will fit 50mm obj on those rings. Thats what I have...

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Originally Posted by 300_BLK

S&B Klassik 3-12x50mm. You will fit 50mm obj on those rings. Thats what I have...

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Ha about 1 3/4" longer than the Swaro - bigger is not always better ;)

I am a Nightforce man myself, 2.5-10x42 NXS compact or the SHV would be a good choice.

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Originally Posted by tikka

I am a Nightforce man myself, 2.5-10x42 NXS compact or the SHV would be a good choice.

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That's my next big buy me hopes.


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love these threads.

should be called 'whats your dream scope' more than anything. scope you are looking at is fine.

Agree with above advice on Swaro Z3 and Kahles but also take a careful look at Zeiss HD5, either the 3-15x42 (I have 2 and they are outstanding value) or the 2-10x42. Also you might find an older Zeiss Diavari in 3-9x36 or 2-8x36 on 2nd hand market if you are patient. Nothing wrong with the Vortex Viper PST in 2.5 -10x44 but the glass is not quite in the league of the euro scopes, but it gives you dial up features and illuminated MOA or MIL reticle which can be very helpful for longer range shots. The Leupold VX3 2.5-8 x36 with CDS turret would be another option. I recently got back from US and was able to visit a Cabela's on my way thru :thumbsup:. Picked up a Leupold VXR Patrol 3-9x40 with TMR reticle on sale for US$278 (reduced from $750) ! Great little scope - light weight (448 gm), dial up turrets (60 moa adjustment) on 30 mm tube. Bloody riper deal.

Of the type you are thinking about.
I run one of these,very impressed with the glass.
Leica ER 2.5-10x42 Ballisic Reticle Rifle Scope 50012 on sale - EuroOptic.com

And one of these, NZ new though.
Kahles C 2.5-10x50 4A Riflescope 10102 for sale! - EuroOptic.com

Would recommend either. Kahles 2oz heavier, glass appears equally as good but if pushed I'd give it to the Leica, though my eyes anyways.
Kahles is mil .1 click and FFP, Leica is moa 1/4 click SFP if that is important to you.

Zeiss Conquest DL 3-12 x 50, with dialing (ASV) elevation turret.
30 mm tube......

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Sightron 63022 SIIB Big Sky 4-16X42 Mil-Dot Reticle Riflescope
I'm getting the wife to pick me up one of these when she goes to the states latter this month:thumbsup:
I just love her delivery fees:P
Going to put this on my new build BSA project.
I've a Swarovski at present also tried a Zeiss love the glass :thumbs:on them but not the eye relive :angry::smash:

Cheers for the recommendations guys. I'll see if I can get my hands on a Swaro.

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Cheers for the recommendations guys. I'll see if I can get my hands on a Swaro.

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@45SOUTH is your man, PM him.

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Cool mate cheers, will get in touch

The biggest problem you are going to have is clearance between the scope and the rear sight.

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These photos might help you out (Sako 75 III 308win)

Top scope: Kahles C 2.5-10x50

Second scope: Kahles CT 2-7x36

Scope on the rifle: Kahles CT 3-9x42

NOTE: Ruler is measuring from the back or the rear ring.

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Originally Posted by kokako

The biggest problem you are going to have is clearance between the scope and the rear sight

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Yes, we had the open sights removed and blanking grub screws fitted on our Bavarians,, my sons 300WSM and my 6.5 X 55.

It's easily done.

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Originally Posted by Konev

love these threads.

should be called 'whats your dream scope' more than anything. scope you are looking at is fine.

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I agree with you.