Gut Pile Report post Posted November 4, 2011 Considering a new scope for my Rem .300 ultra mag ADL. Been looking at a vortex 6-20x50 and a Barska 8-26x50. I'm not very educated in the scope field. I'm not a crazy long range shooter...max for me is 300 yds give or take. I need to build a little confidence to shoot out far. Looking at these two scopes what I want is: EASY TO USE!, good warranty, and durability ( you know coues country ) Anybody know bout these 2 scopes? Experience in the field with them? Any help is always appreciated. Just wanna make sure I can make a good, comfy, one-shot-drop when it's time Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Couzer Report post Posted November 4, 2011 Vortex all the way! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pine Donkey Report post Posted November 4, 2011 Vortex is a good product if you are not wanting to step up to the high end scope and their warranty is unbeatable. Barska is pretty much a piece of junk, and they do not stand behind their stuff. If you are looking to limit your shots to the 300 range, have you thought about something like the nikon or burris with a BDC redicle. Heck, with a 300RUM just a regular redicle would work pretty well. No worries about adjustments, and the durability is good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UARick Report post Posted November 4, 2011 It depends on which Vortex model it is? But in all honesty, I wouldnt consider a Barska on anything, especially not a 300 RUM, because of the recoil. Im not being a snob either, I ownded a Barska at one point and it was junk. It didnt hold zero and eventually it quit adjusting for windage. With that said, I would get the Vortex if not only for their awesome warranty but I also think it will be more reliable. Also, If your max is going to be 300 yards you will be good with a 14x power scope or less. Hope that helps !! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yotebuster Report post Posted November 4, 2011 Barska = crap. Vortex are dang good. I wouldn't put a 6-20 on it if you only want to shoot under 400 yards. I would look into something in the 3 Or 4 to 15 pPower range. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigorange Report post Posted November 4, 2011 Vortex is a good product if you are not wanting to step up to the high end scope and their warranty is unbeatable. Barska is pretty much a piece of junk, and they do not stand behind their stuff. If you are looking to limit your shots to the 300 range, have you thought about something like the nikon or burris with a BDC redicle. Heck, with a 300RUM just a regular redicle would work pretty well. No worries about adjustments, and the durability is good. +1 on both. CAn't beat the Vortex warranty and with a 300RUM you'd be good out to 300 with a standard reticle 3-9x to save some $$. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
buckmaster21 Report post Posted November 4, 2011 Vortex is awesome. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elecshoc Report post Posted November 4, 2011 I agree with those above. Vortex and you'll only need really up to a 9x. I had a pair of Barska binos and I say they aren't built to last. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elpepe25 Report post Posted November 4, 2011 I would stay away from Barska, NC Star etc. They tend to be chinese garbage made to look like quality. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gut Pile Report post Posted November 4, 2011 Now That's why I love this site! Great info guys and thanks for the help. I'll be stayin away from Barska. Also thought twice about the 6-20 power. I'm really not lookin to shoot way out there, so like suggested ,gonna save the money and pass on the dial ups and big power......for now anyways I think I'm gonnna go with the Vortex Diamondback 4-12x40. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZBUCKEYE Report post Posted November 4, 2011 Now That's why I love this site! Great info guys and thanks for the help. I'll be stayin away from Barska. Also thought twice about the 6-20 power. I'm really not lookin to shoot way out there, so like suggested ,gonna save the money and pass on the dial ups and big power......for now anyways I think I'm gonnna go with the Vortex Diamondback 4-12x40. Just purchased a vortex Viper 4 x 16 x 44 30mm tube $449 free shipping Optics planet web site Putting it on my 300 win Mag Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bonecollector Report post Posted November 5, 2011 I have the vortex viper and its a great scope and the warranty is great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
.270 Report post Posted November 5, 2011 vortex. never heard much good about barska and they sound kinda commie. and personally, unless i happen to get a good buy on a scope or i put one on a .22, i ain't ever gonna buy anything that won't go to at least 20x. i really like all that magnification and feel it makes me a lot better shot, on stationary things. and i was already like the best shot in the world. running game is a little different. but that's why i like variables. Lark. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeffcros Report post Posted November 5, 2011 Buy the barska... Leave more deer for me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gut Pile Report post Posted November 6, 2011 Got the Vortex in the mail Thanks again fellas! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
