capoeirajosh Report post Posted February 9, 2015 Hey, everyone. This year I think I am looking to upgrade the scope on my rifle. I am shooting a Remington 700 30-06. The scope I have now is a Nikon Buckmasters 3x9x40. The scope works great, but at anything over 300, it is REALLY tough to judge bullet drop. Also, I got the chance to look at game at 500 through it and I couldn't even tell if there were antlers, haha. Thinking I am gonna need a more powerful scope. I am not too familiar with what to look for though and what would work best for me in a scope. I am for the most part an archery guy. So, what would you recommend? Also, I am gonna be in the market for a bipod for my rifle. Any suggestions there? Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Norteno Report post Posted February 9, 2015 What is your price range? I have the same gun topped with a Nikon Buckmaster 4.5-14x40 BDC and my limit is also 500yds shooting 168gr. Moving up to the 4.5-14 was a huge improvement from my 3-9 and didn't break the bank. There have been some good deals on this site for Vortex Viper scopes. Keep your eyes out and something will pop up. If you were closer to me I'd let you take a look through mine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
backcountry_brad Report post Posted February 9, 2015 Like Norteno said, what's your price range? If you wanna spend a grand or two get a nightforce. If you're looking to keep it under a grand the vortex vipers are good scopes Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
capoeirajosh Report post Posted February 9, 2015 What is your price range? I have the same gun topped with a Nikon Buckmaster 4.5-14x40 BDC and my limit is also 500yds shooting 168gr. Moving up to the 4.5-14 was a huge improvement from my 3-9 and did'nt break the bank. There have been some good deals on this site for Vortex Viper scopes. Keep your eyes out and something will pop up. If you were closer to me I'd let you take a look through mine. Nice! I was thinking around $400. $500 being the max. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adicted Report post Posted February 9, 2015 Vortex viper 6-20-50 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
firstcoueswas80 Report post Posted February 9, 2015 Zeiss 4.5-14x44 conquest. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Browns Report post Posted February 9, 2015 Vortex viper 6-20-50 X2 or spend the extra money for a Vortex PST. Great scope for the money! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
capoeirajosh Report post Posted February 9, 2015 Thanks for the replies everyone! Vortex viper 6-20-50 X2 or spend the extra money for a Vortex PST. Great scope for the money! What is the difference between them? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KeithV Report post Posted February 9, 2015 Josh my vote would be for a leupold vari x 2 6to 18 great eye relief target knobs and lots of adjustment $550 you would not be dissappointed 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Browns Report post Posted February 9, 2015 Thanks for the replies everyone! Vortex viper 6-20-50 X2 or spend the extra money for a Vortex PST. Great scope for the money! What is the difference between them? PST has an Etched Reticle. I love Etched reticles. They a lot clearer. It also has better internal parts and a zero stop. And don't forget the best warranty on the market! The pst is also longer. The pst does not have a cap on the turret. Great scope for the money! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roninflag Report post Posted February 10, 2015 some scopes i use are the vortec 6.5-20x44 paid 329; 6-24x40 bushnell elite 325. i have a couple 6.5-20x40 leup i paid 500 and 525 for. shop. how does the rifle shoot?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roninflag Report post Posted February 10, 2015 i do not like an objective lens over 44, for a one inch tube it raises my head too far off the stock Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
capoeirajosh Report post Posted February 10, 2015 some scopes i use are the vortec 6.5-20x44 paid 329; 6-24x40 bushnell elite 325. i have a couple 6.5-20x40 leup i paid 500 and 525 for. shop. how does the rifle shoot?? The rifle shoots great. $329 for the vortex?! If you dont mind me asking, where did you purchase them? That is a heck of a deal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
uofahughes2 Report post Posted February 10, 2015 Check cameralandny.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dse Report post Posted February 10, 2015 My choice would be a leupold vxiii in 4.5-14x40 or a ziess conquest 4.5-14x44. Spend a little extra and get one that will never let ya down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
