jr4asu Report post Posted August 7, 2016 So, I just purchased my first rifle. A model 70 .270 and now am wondering if my scope is way to big. Vortex Viper hs lr 4x16 50mm. I have the warmer medium height mounts. I don't know the mounted scope mount height. Should I have gone with a 4x12 40mm or something closer to this. I know... my preference but any advice would be helpful. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wish2hunt Report post Posted August 7, 2016 I like the choice you made. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jr4asu Report post Posted August 7, 2016 Thanks... now I have to find time to go shoot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AverageJoe Report post Posted August 7, 2016 Yep good scope! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sherman Report post Posted August 7, 2016 I like the power range but I am a leupold man and am sold on Weaver scopes Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lancetkenyon Report post Posted August 8, 2016 Why go 4-12 when you get an extra 4x on top with the 4-16? My longest shot to date on game is with the 4-16 Viper HS. 1327 yards on a yote. In my opinion, a 4-16 is just about perfect for a hunting rig with shots from 50 out to 1000. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jr4asu Report post Posted August 8, 2016 Thanks everyone, I'm not sure why I started second guessing myself. Hey Lance do you still have your jeep? I ended up selling mine around 2yrs ago after it sat in the garage for about 4yrs. Kids+4wheeling = not a so happy wife Jake Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
