FullField II or Elite 3200

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I am looking at the following scopes for a couple of rifles and the prices are so close that I could go either way. I will be ordering these online so no chance to look through them. I do own quite a few Elite scopes but have heard alot of good things about the burris line.

.25-06 Rem
3-9x40 in both brands

8x57mm Mauser
2-7x35mm Burris
2-7x32mm Bushnell

Thoughts?
 
I've had both and now all 3 of my rifles wear a burris fullfield II with the ballistic plex ret.
I liked the 3200 as the rainguard really works, but the fullfield had a longer tube and that helped me with several long action guns. I had more play with positioning and eye relief. Plus the reticle works well for me and the glass is crystal clear. Great bargains. I just give the slight edge to the Burris scopes.
 
I have a 3-9X40 Burrus Fullfield II on my Stevens 7-08. It's a great scope, I really like the reticle and the positive clicks on the turrets. It's crystal clear and very bright.

Compared to my Bushnell 3200's, I think the Burrus has slightly better in view quality. Your 25-06 is uber long range capable so you might want to go up to a 12 or 14X. Lots more cash though over the 9X...........
 
I have both, and like my Burris a bit better, but as mentioned I do like the rainguard on the Bushy.

Another thing to think of is if you like using flip caps on your scope. On the Bushy, not a problem, but on the Burris, the whole eye piece moves when you change power, so your flip cap will move along with it.

I figure when its raining out when I hunt, I will just use the rifle with the rainguard and flip caps, and when its not I will stick to the rifle with the Burris.
 
I like the Fullfield II and have no experience to comment on with the 3200. The ballistic plex is handy on the FFII. The only thing that you might not like is the ocular rotates with magnification change. That means you won't want to use pop up lens caps. I'm ok with that.
 
Grizzlypeg said:
I like the Fullfield II and have no experience to comment on with the 3200. The ballistic plex is handy on the FFII. The only thing that you might not like is the ocular rotates with magnification change. That means you won't want to use pop up lens caps. I'm ok with that.
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X2 - same here.
 
Optics are quite comparable, adjustments as well. The Rainguard lens coating is the deciding factor for me. It just plain works, even at well below freezing temperatures.

Ted
 
Fullfield II

I started using the Burris Fullfield in 1980. Used two on a 280 and an 8mm Rem Mag and never had a problem. Still have them now on two 30-06s. I recently bought two Fullfield IIs and have them on two different 280 Rem. Excellent scopes as usual. I have two Tascos and they work well on two other centerfires. I have Bushnells on three other rifles and I use a Weaver on my 223 varminter. For any centerfire I would recommend the Fullfield II. The clariity, ease of use and weight in comparison to the cost make it a great deal!! I bought one for my best friend as a retirement gift three years ago and he loves it. Says it's one of the best scopes he has ever used.

So - go with the Burris line-up!!
 
It's too bad that the obvious enthusiasm for the Burris Fullfield II in this post does not translate to sales at our retail store. I believe some of the problem is the lack of advertizing and marketing from the company (parent company is Beretta) and also the external appearance seems rather plain on the Burris products. In our store the Elite 3200 3-9x40 sells for $241 while the Burris Fullfield II 3-9x40 sells for $308 with both scope lines having the same mark up. The Bushnell outsells the Burris by more than 10-1. Stoeger (the distribution company) sometime has package pricing on the scopes and binos and also on guns (ususally Tikka) and scopes bought together that translate into better pricing. I believe the Bushnell has better optics (built in Japan) than the Burris (built in the Philippnes). I do like the ballistic plex reticle and the fact that Burris puts peel off stickers in the box for different calibers and bullet weights. My favourite Burris is the Timberline models that are more compact and especially the 4.5-14x32 (adjust. obj.) at $297. We use this scope on many applications from compact hunting rifle, high end air guns and longer range rim fire rifles due to the adj. obj. focusing down to 7 yds. Phil.
 
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Another vote for FF II.

On a recent hunt we compared 2 3200 scopes, 1 Nikon, and my FF II at first light. Each scope was 3x9x40. Each scope was in same price bracket. Mine was hands down winner for brightness.

As stated about I find the BP reticle a joy to use at the range. Once you adjust the zero to your load I can hit 12 inch targets routinely out to 600 yards with Ruger#1 7mm.

The only bad thing is I had to make edit the sticker for my particular load because the only one close was still off a bit.

Only other dislike is the rear ocular turns as you adjust the power so if you use flip up scope covers this is a pain.

Cabelas in USA must sell a TONNE of these scopes because they go on sale for $219 for the scope and a pair of 10X Burris Landmark binocs included. I have a pair of those as well and they are pretty decent for the money you pay.....sad note....they won't ship package to Canada!!!:kickInTheNuts:
 
P of PDent said:
It's too bad that the obvious enthusiasm for the Burris Fullfield II in this post does not translate to sales at our retail store. I believe some of the problem is the lack of advertizing and marketing from the company (parent company is Beretta) and also the external appearance seems rather plain on the Burris products. In our store the Elite 3200 3-9x40 sells for $241 while the Burris Fullfield II 3-9x40 sells for $308 ...
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I've compared my Burris Fullfield II to the Bushnell Elite line. It's better than the 3200 and the glass is on par with the 4200. The ballistic plex is a nice reticle to use. I prefer this reticle over any of the Elite scope choices. Yup the Fullfield is a simple scope but it's a good one.

Last fall I saw these scopes for sale brand new from a reputable store for $200 brand new. I've seen prices on these range from the lowest at $200 to $350 for the same scope. I paid $200 for mine. At that price point it can't be beat. Even at $250 I would go for one. After that you're still getting an excellent scope but not a super deal.
 
I have a burris fullfield and am disappointed with it. I have seen sightron scopes which are of the same price point and are much clearer. I was also very disappointed to find it is made in the Philippines. I would not recommend this scope as the reticle is inferior to the mildot reticle. Not worth the savings.
 
BAITRON said:
I have a burris fullfield and am disappointed with it. I have seen sightron scopes which are of the same price point and are much clearer. I was also very disappointed to find it is made in the Philippines. I would not recommend this scope as the reticle is inferior to the mildot reticle. Not worth the savings.
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What is wrong with the reticle....I can easily hit targets out to 500 yards with it....for a scope that I paid $219 U.S.D for and included a FREE pair of Landmark 10x35 Binoculars I think it is a pretty good deal.

2 seasons of use now and holds it zero and has repeatable accuracy.
 
On a recent hunt we compared 2 3200 scopes, 1 Nikon, and my FF II at first light. Each scope was 3x9x40. Each scope was in same price bracket. Mine was hands down winner for brightness.
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After just getting back from a week of deer hunting, using my Burris for the first time in the woods instead of just at the range, I once again will say I like my Burris over my 3200.

The biggest difference I noticed was right before sundown, and I was in some thick softwoods where it was getting dark, and I was able to see much better when aiming at the doe I shot, compared to my 3200. With my 3200 I would have to strain my eye to see, and the outer edge of the lense would not be clear.

I paid $260 tax in and delivered to my door. Great deal!
 
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