Magnification for 270?

[MShymka]

What magnification would you all recommend for optics on a 270 X-Bolt? I hunt over open fields with distances from 50-350 yards. 150 grain Nosler Partitions. Currently have a 3x9 Vortex Diamondback and looking to upgrade.

 

[tiriaq]

3-9 should work for what you describe.
Is there a problem with the Vortex?

 

[FLHTCUI]

3-9 should work for what you describe.
Is there a problem with the Vortex?

It is a vortex
There is always Leupold though.

 

[Longstud]

What magnification would you all recommend for optics on a 270 X-Bolt? I hunt over open fields with distances from 50-350 yards. 150 grain Nosler Partitions. Currently have a 3x9 Vortex Diamondback and looking to upgrade.

Upgrading will be dependant on what your willing too spend. Many times theres high end optics on the EE for the same price as lesser new optics. Im thinking a nice high quality HD glass with 3-15X would suit you requisites perfectly. For the money I think better options are available than Leupold. Too many fakes and problems, I have a couple different Zeiss and have had great luck. Bought a Dialyt 3-12X50 and its awesome, enough that I bought another one new from a dealer. Paid $900 all in for the used and $1100 plus Turds bite on the new one. Really great glass. Lots of great options out there.

 

[Dogleg]

Nothing wrong with a 3-9ish scope for hunting at those ranges. At those distances a scope doesn’t have to do much more than hold zero and have a bit of low light capability.

 

[waldo54]

Leupold variX freedom 3x9x40mm would fill the bill nicely for what you describe as your hunting ranges

 

[FatCatsDad]

3-9 should be more than adequate, but that near bottom of the barrel Vortex is trash.
Almost anything else is better than that.

I've recently moved to a 50mm from a 40mm objective and it's a remarkable difference.

 

[MShymka]

Upgrading will be dependant on what your willing too spend. Many times theres high end optics on the EE for the same price as lesser new optics. Im thinking a nice high quality HD glass with 3-15X would suit you requisites perfectly. For the money I think better options are available than Leupold. Too many fakes and problems, I have a couple different Zeiss and have had great luck. Bought a Dialyt 3-12X50 and its awesome, enough that I bought another one new from a dealer. Paid $900 all in for the used and $1100 plus Turds bite on the new one. Really great glass. Lots of great options out there.

Thank you. I appreciate your response. 3x15 sounds like a good idea. Do you have any suggestions on what type of reticle to look for. Mostly deer hunting 100-300 yards.

 

[MShymka]

3-9 should be more than adequate, but that near bottom of the barrel Vortex is trash.
Almost anything else is better than that.

I've recently moved to a 50mm from a 40mm objective and it's a remarkable difference.

Any manufacturers you’d suggest over the Vortex?

 

[Jvezina2]

3-9x40 should be plenty good, but it’ll come down to what feels comfortable to you. I use a 4-16x44 and at times feels like too much. As for brand, I’m a vortex fanboy for sure, if not I’d look at Burris.

 

[FatCatsDad]

Any manufacturers you’d suggest over the Vortex?

I've had to use the generous VORTEX warranty one too manyvtime to remain a customer.

The best warranty is the one you never use

I'd take a used Leupold, there are usually a few like new specimens for sale.

Even the entry level Marksman and Rifleman Leupolds are worth the money.

A used one keeps you roughly in the same price range as a new one of your current scope.

I'm also a big fan of the older Elite 4200 series scope.

Consider yourself lucky if you find a nice one.

I'd also not hesitate to use an older 3200 series.

Everyone has their favorite, every brand has occasional issues.

 

[Falconflyer]

As previously mentioned by others, the 3-9 will work well for those distances. If your buying a new scope I'd stay away from the over sized objective lenses, they add a lot of bulk to the rifle package and you might have to raise your comb to get the proper eye height to use it. I tend not to go larger than 40 mm on a hunting rifle.
Leupold is my go to scope on a hunting rig and I have several 4.5-14 x40 scopes.

 

[Longstud]

Thank you. I appreciate your response. 3x15 sounds like a good idea. Do you have any suggestions on what type of reticle to look for. Mostly deer hunting 100-300 yards.

At the distances your hunting I’d just use a simple duplex reticle. With your 270 sighted in 1,5” high at 100 you’ll be able to hold on hair and hit your target. Set targets at your distances you hunt and see where you’re hitting. Practice and familiarity with your rifle and ammo makes you much more prepared hunter.