Looking for a SIMPLE minimalist 3-9, recommendations?

[rking453]

I've always been a fan of Leupold Scopes, in particular their now discontinued VX-II 3-9x40. What I appreciate it is the clean, simple appearance, small mag ring that doesn't get in the way of a bolt when mounted lower, and the low profile turret covers.

I'm looking for a new scope for a timber hunting rifle, and I would like to find something similar to the old VX-II, but with better glass. I bought a 3.5-10 VX-3HD last year. The glass is nice, but I really don't like the mag ring. Even after removing the "tactical" throw lever, the raised hump it screws into gets in the way of my hand working the bolt.

Anyone have any recommendations for another brand scope? I want a 1" tube, no big turret covers or externally adjustable turrets, low profile mag ring. Just a simple 3-9x or similar. I've looked at the Swarovski Z3 3-10 a little bit, looks like it might fit the bill. I'm very open to opinions on the Swarovski or any other suggestions. Trying to keep it under $1k.

Thanks for any help you can provide!

 

[eoperator]

trijicon accupoint 3-9x40 hard to beat for a minimalist hunting scope.

 

[Roughrice]

Maven checks those boxes.

 

[Bang4theBuck]

I recently picked up a Swaro like the one you describe above and it definately checks all the boxes. It is my first Swarovski, and I love it

 

[rking453]

Maven checks those boxes.

I forgot all about Maven, that 2-10 RS.2 looks like a great scope!

 

[rking453]

I recently picked up a Swaro like the one you describe above and it definately checks all the boxes. It is my first Swarovski, and I love it

That's great info! Where did you get it from? I only did a quick search last night, and it seemed like they were out of stock a lot of places.

 

[Mark37082]

I have been a Leupold fan for decades and have owned several of the offerings. If you are not dialing and hunting in timber, it is hard to beat the old VXR 3-9x40 IMO. It does have 30mm tube though. The fire dot duplex reticle is my favorite for dark woods situations where quick target acquisition is needed.

 

[Bang4theBuck]

That's great info! Where did you get it from? I only did a quick search last night, and it seemed like they were out of stock a lot of places.

I got really lucky. I picked it up.at a gun club swap meet. I won't tell you the price as it was a steal, but I'll se d yiu a PM with a place that has them.

 

[Shūtstr8]

Tract makes an excellent 1" 2-10x42. Best glass (Schott) your going to find for the money. Another one of my favorites is the Vortex Viper HS 2.5-10x44. It's a 30mm tube but lightweight, simple, and very affordable.

 

[Roughrice]

Tract makes an excellent 1" 2-10x42. Best glass (Schott) your going to find for the money. Another one of my favorites is the Vortex Viper HS 2.5-10x44. It's a 30mm tube but lightweight, simple, and very affordable.

Yes. These fit the need as well.

In fact... you should buy that Tract Turion 3-9x40 with T-Plex reticle for sale here on LRH.
That would fit your descriptive need for the absolute best scope at the absolute lowest price you'll find!

 

[FEENIX]

I've always been a fan of Leupold Scopes, in particular their now discontinued VX-II 3-9x40. What I appreciate it is the clean, simple appearance, small mag ring that doesn't get in the way of a bolt when mounted lower, and the low profile turret covers.

I'm looking for a new scope for a timber hunting rifle, and I would like to find something similar to the old VX-II, but with better glass. I bought a 3.5-10 VX-3HD last year. The glass is nice, but I really don't like the mag ring. Even after removing the "tactical" throw lever, the raised hump it screws into gets in the way of my hand working the bolt.

Anyone have any recommendations for another brand scope? I want a 1" tube, no big turret covers or externally adjustable turrets, low profile mag ring. Just a simple 3-9x or similar. I've looked at the Swarovski Z3 3-10 a little bit, looks like it might fit the bill. I'm very open to opinions on the Swarovski or any other suggestions. Trying to keep it under $1k.

Thanks for any help you can provide!

$245 for your consideration, https://www.swfa.com/swfa-2-5-10x32-ss-ultralight-riflescope-184068.html

$420 for a 30MM, https://www.swfa.com/swfa-3-9x42-ss-hd-30mm-riflescope-105137.html

 

[Darryle]

There is a Tract Turion in the classifieds here, great little scope. Was considering it myself for the kids rifle.

Link

Tract Turion 3 - 9 $190 shipped

 

[Darryle]

Yes. These fit the need as well.

In fact... you should buy that Tract Turion 3-9x40 with T-Plex reticle for sale here on LRH.
That would fit your descriptive need for the absolute best scope at the absolute lowest price you'll find!

Great minds think alike

 

[VTbluegrass]

Camera land has the Swaro 3-9 x 36 for $699