Scope Decisions and Questions

[hog8541]

Hi guys,

I've recently picked up my first .308 and I am mainly using it for target shooting and hunting. I am having a bit of difficulty deciding on a scope to mount on it. My price range is $850-$1100. I would like something in the 6-24 X 50 arena which also features tactical turrets. I've managed to narrow down my choices to something from the tactical lines from Bushnell or Vortex. However, I noticed that there seems to be some of controversy around Vortex products (mainly with people frequently needing to utilize its warranty) and I was wondering what the actual story is behind this company and their products? I am quite interested in the Viper PST 6-24 X 50, but I'm a bit hesitant in investing in an optic that may not be the most reliable.

I could really use some help here, and please feel free to educate me about any other companies or scope models I should be looking into.

Thank you very much for taking the time to help me out!

 

[Jay]

I'll chime in...

6x is too much magnification for hunting if you are in any bush, although out in the open it would be fine.

I recently picked up a couple Zeiss Conquest 3-9x40 scopes. Plenty of magnification for most hunting applications...

If I were you, because you're going to use the gun for hunting, look for something in the 2.5, 3 or maybe 4 power on the low end of the magnification...

Maybe a scope in 4-16...

Cheers
Jay

 

[Ar180shooter]

Agreed that a 6-24 is too much for hunting. Depending on the ranged you're planning on shooting at, a 4-16 may be good, a 2.5-10 would probably be best. By the time you need much more than 10x magnification, the rifle will usually be too heavy and bulky for hunting.

 

[sheephunter]

I'd be tempted to look at something in the 3-15x range for a combination hunting/target scope personally.