Bushnell Banner or Bushnell Legend

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Hello,

I am hesitating between a 6x18x50 Banner and a 5x15x40 Legend :confused:

There is not a big price difference between them, is the Legend really better ?

It is to be mounted on a M-305 and to be used for target, short and long range deer and moose hunting ?

Thanks
 
For an M305? That's a real beating you're going to be subjecting a real cheapie scope to, I wouldn't recommend either
 
The magnification you are looking at is a bit high for typical moose and deer hunting. A bushnell 3200 in 3-9x40 would probably be a better choice. Its $11 more than the Legend model you mentioned (Higginson's pricing).
 
prosper said:
For an M305? That's a real beating you're going to be subjecting a real cheapie scope to, I wouldn't recommend either
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Noted,

I already have an El-cheapo scope installed on it and it doesn't seems to move or loose it's glasses yet. What alternative would you suggest ?

Thanks
 
Because the M-305 is a semi automatic, it generates recoil in both direction and is notorious for eating scopes. I have a bushnell 3200 elite 10x mildot on mine, and it seems to be working; though I think I'd find the magnification a bit high if I were using it for hunting.

For a durable scope on a budget, I'd look at a 'prime' (non-zoom) scope, somewhere in the 3x to 6x range. The fixed zoom means less moving parts in the scope and a more durable construction as well as less cost. The Leupold FX series will run you $300-$400, and the weaver 'K' series runs ~$200
 
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When you are moving up to higher powered scopes it is best to stay away from cheap scopes altogether. Shortcomings at low power become painfully obvious at high power. A good fixed power will give better optics for the money, and a more durable scope at the same time. You can have it all with a variable, but it is going to cost you some money.
 
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Ok experts , bench .22 is new to me so be gentle :p I have a 10-22 with GM bull barrel , Volq hammer and thumb hole stock. I want to scope it specifically for 100 yards . I have a Bushnell sportview which is not even close to where I want to be. What is the best 'crosshairs' type to use. With the present Bush, the hairs all but block out the bull at a 100yd target. Can you suggest the type of scope / power /reticle best suited for me. Budget will define so lets say less than $300. :rolleyes:
many thanks
 
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