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<blockquote data-quote="entoptics" data-source="post: 1510883" data-attributes="member: 104268"><p>Any scope from a reputable maker in the 4-16X range give or take, that costs about $500 or more, will be adequate for your purposes most likely. Nikon, Bushnell, Burris, Leupold, Sig Optics, and Vortex all have good stuff in that range. More $$ is usually better, but benefits start to drop off exponentially as you approach the $800-$1000 range, and unless you want the most bomb-proof construction, you probably won't see much benefit in going above $800 in the ~16X magnification range.</p><p></p><p>As for the PST specifically, you probably don't need it, as illumination is not really necessary for hunting scenarios, and it usually costs an extra 20%. The Vortex HS-T line is good, and very reasonably priced (especially if you look for deals).</p><p></p><p>Beyond quality glass and robust build, the things you need to look for in a scope are...</p><ol> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><span style="font-size: 14px">Finger adjustable turrets. I like exposed turrets, but they can shift on you when hiking (see below about zero </span>resettable/stop turrets).</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><span style="font-size: 14px">Zero resettable turrets (ideally with a zero stop also). This allows you to set your zero, and easily return to it without counting clicks.</span></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><span style="font-size: 14px">A measuring reticle (not just generic hold over "BDC" types). The reticles will be referred to as "MOA" or "Milling" reticles, and have hash marks for angular measurements (MOA or Milliradians). This allows you to do holdovers at some ranges, but more importantly, it will allow you to measure group size, and bullet drop and windage offsets, from the bench. The "BDC" or "Ballistic" reticles with aiming points at various yardages are better than nothing, but are "one size fits all", which means they rarely fit anything quite right.</span></li> </ol><p>You will also need a good bipod, a decent range finder in the "1000 yd" class, some shooting bags, and it wouldn't hurt to get a chronograph.</p><p></p><p>As mentioned already, I also think the rifle you have is probably just about perfect, so spend your money on the gear to support that rifle. Your budget should get you there, but as also mentioned, there's something to be said for "Buy once, Cry Once", so try and save up money, and be patient looking for deals and coupons. $700 on a scope, $400 rangefinder, $300 on "miscellaneous" would put you in great shape.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="entoptics, post: 1510883, member: 104268"] Any scope from a reputable maker in the 4-16X range give or take, that costs about $500 or more, will be adequate for your purposes most likely. Nikon, Bushnell, Burris, Leupold, Sig Optics, and Vortex all have good stuff in that range. More $$ is usually better, but benefits start to drop off exponentially as you approach the $800-$1000 range, and unless you want the most bomb-proof construction, you probably won't see much benefit in going above $800 in the ~16X magnification range. As for the PST specifically, you probably don't need it, as illumination is not really necessary for hunting scenarios, and it usually costs an extra 20%. The Vortex HS-T line is good, and very reasonably priced (especially if you look for deals). Beyond quality glass and robust build, the things you need to look for in a scope are... [LIST=1] [*][SIZE=14px]Finger adjustable turrets. I like exposed turrets, but they can shift on you when hiking (see below about zero [/SIZE]resettable/stop turrets). [*][SIZE=14px]Zero resettable turrets (ideally with a zero stop also). This allows you to set your zero, and easily return to it without counting clicks.[/SIZE] [*][SIZE=14px]A measuring reticle (not just generic hold over "BDC" types). The reticles will be referred to as "MOA" or "Milling" reticles, and have hash marks for angular measurements (MOA or Milliradians). This allows you to do holdovers at some ranges, but more importantly, it will allow you to measure group size, and bullet drop and windage offsets, from the bench. The "BDC" or "Ballistic" reticles with aiming points at various yardages are better than nothing, but are "one size fits all", which means they rarely fit anything quite right.[/SIZE] [/LIST] You will also need a good bipod, a decent range finder in the "1000 yd" class, some shooting bags, and it wouldn't hurt to get a chronograph. As mentioned already, I also think the rifle you have is probably just about perfect, so spend your money on the gear to support that rifle. Your budget should get you there, but as also mentioned, there's something to be said for "Buy once, Cry Once", so try and save up money, and be patient looking for deals and coupons. $700 on a scope, $400 rangefinder, $300 on "miscellaneous" would put you in great shape. [/QUOTE]
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