Best scope for a .416 Rigby?

[hesher66]

I am looking for a mid to high end scope for a custom built CZ .416 Rigby. Any ideas? Thanks Guys !!!

 

[jbmauser]

Leupold VXIII 1.5-5x20 would be my choice.

 

[danny45]

scope choice

Leupold VXIII 1.5-5x20 would be my choice.

x2 or a vx7 in the same magnification

 

[dizzy]

Swarovski 1-6 z6 extended eye relief. Absolutely perfect

 

[pbr streetgang]

Swarovski 1-6 z6 extended eye relief. Absolutely perfect

I would have to agree.. Especially in regards to the extended eye relief.

I would hate to get too close to my optic when shooting a .416 Rigby, that would definitely leave a mark!

 

[geologist]

leupold vxiii 1.5-5x20 would be my choice.

x2.

 

[Ardent]

Leupold VXIII 1.5-5x20 would be my choice.

x3 and I have one on my .375 H&H, you'll like it.

 

[geologist]

I have an older VariX 1.5x5x20 on my .375 H&H carbine.

 

[caramel]

S&B 1.1X4 X22 Short dot got one on my Benelli MR-1, when i buy my 375 Ruger this is the one for it... JP.

 

[BigUglyMan]

I would hate to get too close to my optic when shooting a .416 Rigby, that would definitely leave a mark!

Not as bad as you'd think. I got a little angel kiss from my 416 when I took a shot resting over a bag. Just smacked me enough to remind me to hold her tight. The rifle in question (M77 RSM) wears a 1.5-5x Vari-X III. I also have an identical that I keep in rings when I travel overseas. Wouldn't change the scope for anything. It's my favorite general purpose hunting scope.

 

[medvedqc]

S&B 1.1X4 X22 Short dot got one on my Benelli MR-1, when i buy my 375 Ruger this is the one for it... JP.

eye relief on SB can be critical. dont ask me how i know because it happened to a friend who borrowed my 9,3x62 so on a 416 rigby it may be a concern ...

the Leupold would be a better choice.

 

[SuperCub]

I use a VXIII 1.5x5 on my 375CT. I like it.


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[HUNTERROD]

best scope for the 416

leupold vx-111 hands down, just the right amount of eye relief, 5x magnification is more than enough,

i have one

 

[tikka]

My choice... VX-3 1.5-5x20mm
or one of the older model vari-x III or VX-III in 1.5-5x20mm

great scopes.. I just bought one on here last week.

 

[dizzy]

Well there you have it. Leupold vx 111 wins this debate. I would bet not many have used the swarovski. The leupold it's an excellent choice and can do everything the swarovski can, just the swarovski can do everything a little bit better but most likely won't affect the outcome of the hunt. If you have the funds swarovski is better, but the leupold will work perfectly.

 

[alberta tactical rifle]

Nightforce 1x4 is my choice. For the odd time you need the illuminated reticle, it is real nice to have.
I also prefer having more reticle choices than what the Leupy offers especially on what is generally considered a DG rifle. The NP 1 is fast , easy to find and works well.

 

[dizzy]

Alberta tactical, I agree with you and use that optic on my firearm for 0-300 yards and find target acquisition to be as fast as with my aim point comp m4. It's rugged as heck. I recommend the swaro for hunters as it's lighter and the extra magnificAtion can be helpful