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Swaro Z5 3-18-44 vs Zeiss HD 3-15x42
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<blockquote data-quote="Big_Red" data-source="post: 1165750" data-attributes="member: 26829"><p>First off, I'm not a 'long range hunter' by any means (not yet anyway) but enjoy the discussion here. I do long range target shooting with big ole heavy rifles and heavy scopes - but my hunting is done primarily with traditional weight sporter rifles in the Southeastern US.</p><p></p><p>That said... I'm looking to upgrade the current Zeiss Conquest 3-9x40 on my Browning A-Bolt 30-06. Obviously, this is not a 'long range' gun - but it is my favorite deer rifle and typically the one that gets carried. I'm looking for excellent glass with better magnification to go on this rifle, primarily for, well - more magnification while still hunting over large fields and more magnification during load development (just started reloading). The A-Bolts are relatively sleek in design and I'm opposed to any 50mm objective optic for this gun. Been there and didn't like the look or handling.</p><p></p><p>I have searched and read a bit on these two scopes mentioned in the subject line, both of which are top contenders.... </p><p></p><p>The Swaro is roughly 50% more in price, more magnification and less weight. The Zeiss is a bit heavier and slightly less magnification. I'm certain both would be excellent in low light conditions which is typical of when we see deer. I would likely opt for plex or a rapid style reticle with capped turrets.</p><p></p><p>Any other things to consider? Max distance for shooting at game at this point in my life is realistically 250-300 yards. Typical is 100-200. I just want more magnification and to be able to keep it in my Talley lows.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Big_Red, post: 1165750, member: 26829"] First off, I'm not a 'long range hunter' by any means (not yet anyway) but enjoy the discussion here. I do long range target shooting with big ole heavy rifles and heavy scopes - but my hunting is done primarily with traditional weight sporter rifles in the Southeastern US. That said... I'm looking to upgrade the current Zeiss Conquest 3-9x40 on my Browning A-Bolt 30-06. Obviously, this is not a 'long range' gun - but it is my favorite deer rifle and typically the one that gets carried. I'm looking for excellent glass with better magnification to go on this rifle, primarily for, well - more magnification while still hunting over large fields and more magnification during load development (just started reloading). The A-Bolts are relatively sleek in design and I'm opposed to any 50mm objective optic for this gun. Been there and didn't like the look or handling. I have searched and read a bit on these two scopes mentioned in the subject line, both of which are top contenders.... The Swaro is roughly 50% more in price, more magnification and less weight. The Zeiss is a bit heavier and slightly less magnification. I'm certain both would be excellent in low light conditions which is typical of when we see deer. I would likely opt for plex or a rapid style reticle with capped turrets. Any other things to consider? Max distance for shooting at game at this point in my life is realistically 250-300 yards. Typical is 100-200. I just want more magnification and to be able to keep it in my Talley lows. [/QUOTE]
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