educate me about rifle scopes

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they're a different breed then binoculars or even spotting scopes, and with my astronomical background, I know a fair bit about optics, but for a different purpose.

there's so many terms I need to learn about. so many features. please help ejdumicate me! :D

PS - if there are any online guides that can help me navigate this maze, don't hesitate to tell me to RTFM! :rolleyes:
 
Most of it comes down to what you plan on using your scope for and how much your budget will allow you to spend. For a hunting rifle, a 4X, 6X, or 2X7 or 3X9 scope will usually be pretty versatile. On a target or varmint rifle, you'd probably want to get something with more magnification. As with most things, you get what you pay for. The quality of the lens coatings will make a difference on how bright the scope is. What is your budget and what will you use your rifle for? What terms have you heard that you are wondering about?
 
Fitting the scope

scope rings securely attach the scope (optical tube) to rifle. rings should be of correct height to bring scope to shooters natural eye level. if scope too high, use shorter rings or elevate rifle comb to raise shooters head. once proper eye level has been acheived, correct eye relief (eye distance) must be made by moving scope forward or backwards inside rings. after eye relief and eye elevation is correct (sight picture should be clear, no dark edges along optical area of scope), make sure that scope reticle lines are proper alignment along verticle/horizontal plain. once scope is in proper position tighten screws on scope rings so scope is held secure within rings. you can then zero the scope. A bore sight can give you a rough zero to start off with.
 
ZF95 said:
Fitting the scope

scope rings securely attach the scope (optical tube) to rifle. rings should be of correct height to bring scope to shooters natural eye level. if scope too high, use shorter rings or elevate rifle comb to raise shooters head. once proper eye level has been acheived, correct eye relief (eye distance) must be made by moving scope forward or backwards inside rings. after eye relief and eye elevation is correct (sight picture should be clear, no dark edges along optical area of scope), make sure that scope reticle lines are proper alignment along verticle/horizontal plain. once scope is in proper position tighten screws on scope rings so scope is held secure within rings. you can then zero the scope. A bore sight can give you a rough zero to start off with.
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Very well said!
 
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