Redfield revenge 3-9x42 scope

winchester1852 said:
Trying to pick a decent scope for a 30-06 this one came up all the reviews seem good is their any other scopes I should be looking at in the 200-$400 price range.

Thanks in advance
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They are OK budget scopes..... With the top of your budget being $400, you are only about $100 away from much better options..... Leupold vx2 and Zeiss Terra......

If you are strict on maintaining your budget, I would be looking at the Nikon lineup....
 
I'd be looking at the elite series. Commonly on EE in 3-9x40 for around 200$. I have a Revenge in 6-18x44 and it works good. Think the Revolution line is made in the US and seems to command a better dollar so may be a bit better? Overall for the money can't beat the elite line or VX1 or 11
 
winchester1852 said:
I guess I'll save a bit more I got so excited when my t4 came in,Thanks for the advice.
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What magnification are you looking for, and what rifle will this be going on?....

I didn't mean to discourage you from purchasing something, there are many good options in your price range...... As mentioned above, the Redfield revolution is one of them......
 
These forums are full of equipment snobs and unless it has the right name it is no good, think of all the Savage haters there are on here.

Scopes are a lot like stereo equipment, you should only buy to the level you yourself need. Take me for instance, I like music and I am not tone deaf but neither am I able to tell the difference between a $200 stereo and a $2,000 stereo.

Redfield revenge scopes are good quality scopes and probably all you need, its all I need, a Nightforce would be completely wasted on my eyes so why spend the money especially on a 3 x 9
 
razorbeck said:
These forums are full of equipment snobs and unless it has the right name it is no good, think of all the Savage haters there are on here.

Scopes are a lot like stereo equipment, you should only buy to the level you yourself need. Take me for instance, I like music and I am not tone deaf but neither am I able to tell the difference between a $200 stereo and a $2,000 stereo.

Redfield revenge scopes are good quality scopes and probably all you need, its all I need, a Nightforce would be completely wasted on my eyes so why spend the money especially on a 3 x 9
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While I agree with you that there can be equipment snobs here at times, I don't agree on your philosophy of "buy good enough"....

Sure, your $200 stereo will play music..... But was it built solidly, and will it last?... Scopes can be put through a lot on a hunt and through steady shooting are exposed to recoil...... My time is precious, and I chose to spend as much of it hunting as possible...... The last thing I need is my scope crapping out on me..... causingvan end to a hunt or a missed or wounded animal......

Up until last year, I was a big fan of Vortex for the reasons you mentioned.... Then 3 out of 5 I bought had to be sent out for warranty repair..... And the expensive viper on my scout rifle has illumination that does not work and needs servicing too..... I have since sold off all of the vortex I owned except for the one on the scout, which I will sell after it is replaced..... I have taken an average loss of $100 on every vortex I sold, so about $700 lost, not to mention, all the ammo for sight ins, postage fees and lost time and hassle..... All of which could have been avoided by spending the extra $100 up front..... Lesson learned....
 
I guess I am one of those equipment snobs, I hafta say like Dan Aykroyd (Brian) from Cabela's once said: "all my rifles are equipped with Leupold scopes":p

One can buy a good used VX1 or 11 for an affordable price.
 
Just make sure the scope is fit for purposes, focus on the best quality in the class you can afford. The problem comes when you make a purchase and then find out it really doesn't work the way you wanted or thought it would. Look for used scopes from those with good trader ratings or in gun shops if you're unsure.
 
Many have good experiences with vortex ... I'm in the same boat for a couple new scopes going on a compact 308 and 30-06. I would look at Nikon options in your range , I know I am.
 
razorbeck said:
These forums are full of equipment snobs and unless it has the right name it is no good, think of all the Savage haters there are on here.

Scopes are a lot like stereo equipment, you should only buy to the level you yourself need. Take me for instance, I like music and I am not tone deaf but neither am I able to tell the difference between a $200 stereo and a $2,000 stereo.

Redfield revenge scopes are good quality scopes and probably all you need, its all I need, a Nightforce would be completely wasted on my eyes so why spend the money especially on a 3 x 9
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Yea well between 200 and 2000 the margin is steep... But yes, if you can't afford a 1000$ scope or your eyes aren't good enough to even see the difference, don't be in misery, a 300$ scope could do the trick. One that did surprise me is the Sightron SIH 3-9X40 with HHR. Around 230$ and i decided to try one on a 6.5X55 and for now, can't ask for much more. I agree again when you say that the Redfield will probably do the trick. I did use a Revenge on a 8X57 and served me well.
Cheers.
 
Prices are UP this year - "new" for $400 or less still leaves you a few options..

What you will find, unless you are looking in the used market is still some decent glass for typical hunting ranges (300 yards or less).

If you are a Leupold fan you can get a Rifleman or VX-1, but for the same money you can do a little better - these are their entry level scopes and have a US dollar premium.

You can find Bushnell Elite 3500's, Legends and Trophy's in your range (Elite near the top)

From Nikon you have the Prostaff 5 and the Prostaff.

With Redfield you have the Revolution and Revenge.

A Vortex Diamondback or Crossfire II is in your budget.

And from Burris you can get an E1, Fullfield II or Droptine (again high to low priced).

Nikon and Burris have no fault warranties (even if you drop it and break it) - Vortex and Leupold are pretty close behind covering "almost everything".

If buying used you may want to avoid Bushnell, only warranty the "original owner".

And the Redfield warranty (like Leupold's) DOES apply to the Revenge and Revolution scopes, just NOT the Redfield's made before Leupold bought the company. However, the warranty only applies to the original owner - so again, if you buy used any repairs are on your dime.

Personally I would spend closer to the top of your budget, you won't regret it (or miss the extra 100 bucks a few years from now). You really need to compare the scopes side by side (so find a vendor with a good assortment). You might love the reticle on the Nikon's (I don't) or you might prefer the clarity of the Burris or whatever.

Just because everyone and their dog says that the "super scope" is what you NEED - if you don't like something about it you will always regret the purchase.

(currently I have mounted - Vortex Crossfire II, Redfield Revenge, Burris E1 (x3), Burris Veracity (x2), Burris Predator Quest and Bushnell Sharpshooter (x2) - not overly brand loyal but prefer Burris)
 
winchester1852 said:
I ordered a revolution from cabelas they were on sale for 249 for a 3-9x40. Pretty excited to get the sucker and mount itG:
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Good for you.... I hope it serves you well......what rifle is it going on?..... I had a revolution on a rem 700 in .30/06 and loved it..... The only reason I don't buy them is that I collect and like to have the same setup on all of my rigs and thy don't make many different magnification sizes..... Great choice!....
 
I thought them five Leupolds in the EE in a bunch weren't too badly priced.
Hopefully one of the five will make it's arse here .............:cool:
 
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