advice from the fellas that know thier vintage scopes.

[Timberlord]

I have a Lymans Alaskan 2.5x scope with a dot reticule.
So , the question I'm asking is there any value for such a old scope

 

[bearhunter]

Yes, but it depends on all sorts of things, like clarity, leaking seals, working turret adjustments, and where you try to sell it.

I see similar and identical scopes at gun shows, with price tags on them from $25 to $50. They usually sell for $20-$30, unless the vendor is using them for table cover, then they go back home with the vendor.

 

[maple_leaf_eh]

They have the right look on a vintage 1940s hunting rifle, but don't depend on them for anything else.

 

[skwerl]

Way too new for me , into xternal adjustments .
.....s

 

[tiriaq]

I have a Weaver V8 which has external adjustments. The mounts fit standard Weaver bases.

In their day, Lyman Alaskans had the reputation for being a very good scope. Demand now would be for a vintage/nostalgic setup.

 

[HuskyDude]

Nothing wrong with old scopes... as long as the glass is clear.

 

[Joe Amorosi]

I like the Old Timers as well
Winchester A5

 

[tiriaq]

Simulated SMLE sniper rifle with Whitehead pattern mounts and Fecker scope. A Winchester A5 would be the preferred scope.

 

[FatCatsDad]

I have a Lymans Alaskan 2.5x scope with a dot reticule.
So , the question I'm asking is there any value for such a old scope

Not always the best authority but looks like $200 isn't out of the question.

https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=lyman+alaskan+scope&_sop=12

 

[jamesharrison]

have a peak here:

https://www.vintagegunscopes.com/fixedpower3-4and7-8?category=Lyman

 

[skwerl]

Simulated SMLE sniper rifle with Whitehead pattern mounts and Fecker scope. A Winchester A5 would be the preferred scope.
View attachment 1057082

Hey xlnt set up Fecker is Fine , A5 is popular .

Some one start up an old Scope Brag Thread.
....skwerl

 

[iron cat]

Hey xlnt set up Fecker is Fine , A5 is popular .

Some one start up an old Scope Brag Thread.
....skwerl

Gotta love vintage scopes on vintage guns!
Cat

 

[HuskyDude]

Oh what the heck... here's another.