Good Bushnell for 100/200 Yards

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What is a nice Bushnell for 100 Yards, but able to do 200 yard shots too. I spent alot of money on toys, so I would like to budget this item. Under 200.00 at my door? That possible? It will be going on an SL8.

Range doesnt go past 200 yards, so I dont think i'll be shooting farther then that ever.

Thanks,

Matt
 
Elite 3200 is that price. I have one, works well enough for the price, and I really like the rainguard.

For the price you might also look at the Burris FF, and also a Vortex diamond back. I have heard good things about these two scopes, and am actually going to check them out myself to put on my new Marlin XL7.
 
I have a 4200 Bushy and would recomend it as the glass is quite nice. The 3200 series is not bad but I think you want something better for that nice a rifle.

The SL8 is generally more rifle then most shooters can keep up to. Here's the thing you have a quality $2k rifle, quality glass is a really nice pairing. The gun will shoot nicely well beyond 200 yards so glass that will help you do that better is a nice thing.
 
Check the ee for a 3200 series fixed 10x nothing wrong with them and you might be able to find one on there for close to your $200
 
I have a Bushnell Trophy on a 22-250 that works great.For the 200.00 range I think a Trophy is a great scope.They come in all different size's for your price range.
 
I have a cheap Bushnell Dusk to Dawn on my .17 HMR, I am more than pleased with it. It lets me pop paintballs at the 100 yard range with little concern about seeing them, in the field squirrels at 150 yards are just as easy.
It is certainly no 3200, but for a new scope that you don't have to fuss over it will work fine. It isn't as clean looking (cosmetically) as the Elite line, but it will serve you well.
It's no competition scope, but my .17 is no competition rifle either.
 
my bushnell 3200 3-9x40 was 200 BNIB of the EE

i guess it depends on what you want to shoot at 200 yards, you might want more magnification, but i really like mine.
 
You could always cut both ends off a tin can and duct tape it to your rifle and be well within your budget.:rolleyes:
 
As far as I'm concerned the best buys on the market are Bushnell Scopechiefs. Great optics, decent warrantee and service, rugged and reliable.
All of them from the earliest to the newest Scopechief VI can be bought on the used market for under $125.00.
I've owned and hunted with just about all of them since the first I bought new in 1973, and never had one let me down at the range or in the bush.
 
What is wrong with straight 4 power quality Burris, Weaver or Redfield, shooting up to 200 yards? Those scopes are more sturdy, optically more clear, afordable ( $100-$200 ) and their track record, speaks for themselves. If you have quality rifle and 4x quality scope, and miss big game at 300 yards, look in mirror for reason. Stay away from Buschnell, Tasco, Fitco, Simmons, etc,ect,etc. My 2c worth.
 
That would have been a good deal. A 3200 firefly goes in the neighborhood of $250 plus tax...

As I already said, I have a 3200, have shot many deer with it, works just fine. A new one without the firefly goes for around $200 plus tx. Only a cpl. bucks more than you are looking to spend. I am sure you would be happy with it.
 
I agree on the 10x Bushnell 3200 - is a great scope for the $ and has target turrets. Good light transmission and clarity too + the bonus of Rainguard.

If you're after variable power with AO, take a look at the Bushnell Legend 5-15x40. It has a Mil Dot reticle which is nice for shooting variable distances.

If you want a value scope that holds its zero well, there's nothing wrong with the Banner 6-18x50 AO. I used one for years on a 222 Rem for groundhogging and just put it on a 22-250 which seems to be working very well.

Just depends on your personal preference and your budget.

All three of these options could do the job out to 200+yds.

Good luck with your decision - SD
 
x2 on the Bushnell Legend. I have a few 3200's, and do like the rainguard, but bought a 2-7x Legend for an older 99 Savage - great eye relief at about 3.5", and I was very pleasantly surprised at its brightness, clarity, and the crisp image it offered - all for about $150. The Legend is also available in 3-9x, 4-12x, and 5-15x, topping out at a hair over $200 from WSS. As already mentioned, an older Scopechief is usually a good buy as well. Unless you're into competitive shooting, or are intending to frequent the range in extremely foul weather, there's absolutely no need to go beyond the budget you set for yourself. There are lots of used and new scopes available that will suit your purpose, and most will likely serve you very well until you decide you want to upgrade.
 
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