HELP! I need my first SCOPE!

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I bought a 7-08, and I'm planning on:
deer, coyote, elk, gopher, and antelope.

I think I've got control on the bullets, I can hand load and choose to suite my game.

I need help choseing a scope. I've so far considered a Leupold rifleman QDmanager (240$) or a Burris WideField II (270$ with binoculars).

I don't want to end up with a scope that can't land a shot on elk... ( I hear they're hard to get up close on...).

I also don't want to end up being a sucker. I bought the Leupold, it's sitting in the package, and my friend told me to take it back. The Burris has better glass.

Please give opinions on a GREAT beginner scope for around 300$

Thanks!
 
I don't own one, but the Bushnell 3200 seems very popular, and is the same price range. It might be more money than you hope to spend, but I think the Leupold VXII is a good scope for what you pay.
 
Your Rifleman will treat you just fine. I think the person who told you the Leupold has low quality glass was blowing smoke. Leupold has some of the best glass IMO and their warranty is second to none. Even if you damage the scope they will repair it for 50 bucks.

If you want to spend a little more you could get the Leupold Canadian. It is essentially a VX-II with their CDS dials. You can send in all you ballistics info to Korth (Canadian Leupold importer) and get them to make up custom dials calibrated to your load. That should help you make sure you are going for the sweet spot on the longer shots.
 
The Leupold you have is just fine. Leupold scopes have a good reputation for being mechanically robust and having unparalleled warranty service.
 
Thanks, that does give me more confidence. Is my price range right? What is the right amount of money to spend on a 3x9?

My 7-08 should be good to 500 yards (maybe, I'll start shooting tomorrow morning for ranges). So maybe I need more scope. We'll see what my patterns look like after the bullets have been flying.
 
Nikon Pro staff does not have a change in eye relief through the different level's of magnifaction. Also for the price it is well worth it for the glass. Now if you want a no hassle for the life of owning your hunting optic Vortex takes the cake.
 
if this is your first rifle and you plan on using it on the critters you listed, I wouldn't get too focused in on 500 yd shots. As for your rifleman scope, it'll be fine. You need to find yourself a more knowledgeable friend... ;)

You should be able to find a used Leupold VXI or II for under your budget limit. Another great option would be a Bushnell 4200 in 3-9x40. Fantastic glass at around $325 or so...

Don't overlook a 2-7 powered optic- bright, trim and light. I prefer this scope size range on my pure hunting rifles.
 
Satain said:
Nikon Pro staff does not have a change in eye relief through the different level's of magnifaction. Also for the price it is well worth it for the glass.
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You could also take a look at the Buckmaster 3-9x40 for under $300 from Nikon but honestly, you'll probably be pretty happy with the scope you got.
 
Leupold Rifleman is fine. I also like the Burris; very clear at the price. I had a 2X7 Burris on my .257 Roberts and foolishly sold both it and the rifle. (Sniff....)
I would love to have a 3X9 Burris for my present Bob; it's wearing a VX-II 2X7, also a good scope but a couple hundred bucks more dear.
 
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