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Beginner needing your recommendation on optics for rifle
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<blockquote data-quote="Smalltimerwi" data-source="post: 1140379" data-attributes="member: 93334"><p>Part of what I think I will enjoy is the math behind shooting. Ranging, bullet drop, wind and then adjusting. I want a scope where I adjust everything within the scope turrets and have a simple reticle. I prefer cross hairs over mil-dot. Weight does not matter to me at this point. For coyote hunting I have my spot found. I'll drive right to where I'll sit and shoot across a draw. I have done very basic reading but probably not enough. I don't want junk, however my old hobby, before a wife and kids was shooting pool. I've had $50 cues and $1500 cues. I still have my $50 cue and have won several tournaments with it. I am not out to impress, but I want a decent scope.</p><p></p><p>Losing interest probably won't be an option. My father in law and brother in law are big hunters. They have my 4 year old and 2 year old hooked. I farm and work a lot so if my boys like hunting, I will hunt. </p><p></p><p>One question asked to me was scope power. I don't know what I need. I'm sure it's user preference but what is a good rule of thumb for 500 yards? I don't foresee me reaching out a whole lot farther ever with a .243. Also, I said I would not be against used however I know the Benifit to new is you can see it feel it and look thru it. I may very well be the least educated person on this board in this subject, tho I really think this will be enjoyable and challenging hobby to learn. Thanks.</p><p></p><p>Edit: I want to add thank you for your time, help and patience, I greatly appreciate it and understand the frustration of dealing with people who come and go. I have looked at rifles for two years. I truly believe this will be my new long term hobby I can do with my children. Thanks again</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Smalltimerwi, post: 1140379, member: 93334"] Part of what I think I will enjoy is the math behind shooting. Ranging, bullet drop, wind and then adjusting. I want a scope where I adjust everything within the scope turrets and have a simple reticle. I prefer cross hairs over mil-dot. Weight does not matter to me at this point. For coyote hunting I have my spot found. I'll drive right to where I'll sit and shoot across a draw. I have done very basic reading but probably not enough. I don't want junk, however my old hobby, before a wife and kids was shooting pool. I've had $50 cues and $1500 cues. I still have my $50 cue and have won several tournaments with it. I am not out to impress, but I want a decent scope. Losing interest probably won't be an option. My father in law and brother in law are big hunters. They have my 4 year old and 2 year old hooked. I farm and work a lot so if my boys like hunting, I will hunt. One question asked to me was scope power. I don't know what I need. I'm sure it's user preference but what is a good rule of thumb for 500 yards? I don't foresee me reaching out a whole lot farther ever with a .243. Also, I said I would not be against used however I know the Benifit to new is you can see it feel it and look thru it. I may very well be the least educated person on this board in this subject, tho I really think this will be enjoyable and challenging hobby to learn. Thanks. Edit: I want to add thank you for your time, help and patience, I greatly appreciate it and understand the frustration of dealing with people who come and go. I have looked at rifles for two years. I truly believe this will be my new long term hobby I can do with my children. Thanks again [/QUOTE]
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