Hunting scope info

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GMC403

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I'm looking to outfit a Rem XCR 700 in 30-06 with some decent glass.
I've had several scoped rifles over the years, but they were mostly compacts and carbines: 1-4, 2-7, 3-9 all in different brands, but would like some further member input.
This rifle setup will be for all weather condition Mainland BC deer, elk, moose hunting, 50 to 400 yards and mixed terrain.

Currently leaning towards a VX-3 3.5-10x40 with standard reticle. I'd like to get some input from guys regarding their preference of: magnification level, reticle type, and brand durability.

Cheers!
 
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Your use of the term "preference" is quite appropriate. E.g. I don't care for that much magnification because I don't take shots that long, but many people do and if you think that's what you want, you'll probably be right. Likewise with reticles, the standard duplex is very popular for good reason, though it's not my favourite. I don't think I've ever heard of anyone preferring less durability over more. Since people speak well of the warranty service, Leupolds must break sometimes, but I don't recall hearing of anyone who thought it happens often.
 
I like some sort of notches on my reticle so I can hold on a target at longer ranges. My fav scopes are Leupold, and Vortex. I like having more magnification if I need it, say 3-12 or 4-16. Something with resettable turrets as well. and nice solid clicks.
 
VX-3 3.5-10x40 is ideal for hunting imho.
10x is plenty magnification for the ranges you indicate. When you get over 10x you will have to deal with adjusting your objective all the time, simpler is better when hunting.
 
I believe scope decisions depend on where you are hunting and the type/style of hunting you are doing. Most rifle hunting in Ontario means heavily wooded areas where most hunters I know seldom have time to range and dial in a shot with turrets, so a reticle with a bullet drop compensator has certain advantages. ie Leupold B&C, Zeiss Z-600 As you move west the style of hunting changes and you have opportunity for much longer shots as well as usually having more time to range shots and using turrets. In Ontario 2.5-10x42 or 3x9x40 seems to be the most popular because when you are trying to scan heavy bush with a moving animal high magnification isnt generally what you want - a wide range of view is much more important to locate the animal quickly ..... at least IMHO.
 
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