Scope for a basic hunting rifle

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I recently purchase a used Remmington 770 (I know the ####tyness of it, but it was very cheap) in 308, and it came with what I can only describe as a rimfire tasco scope that can't seem to hold its zero. Looking to replace the scope, but don't want to drop too much into it. I've looked at the Crossfire 2s and they seem fine, but what other entry level hunting scopes are out there? Budget 2-300
 
Burris always gets me with the blue or purple glass colour in their ads haha Makes me want it just a little more
 
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JonSCB said:
I recently purchase a used Remmington 770 (I know the ####tyness of it, but it was very cheap) in 308, and it came with what I can only describe as a rimfire tasco scope that can't seem to hold its zero. Looking to replace the scope, but don't want to drop too much into it. I've looked at the Crossfire 2s and they seem fine, but what other entry level hunting scopes are out there? Budget 2-300
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Simmons 8-Point 4x32 Riflescope you will be glad you did - has very good eye relief and glass. From the internet:

High quality fully-coated lenses
TrueZero flex erector system for repeatable accuracy
SureGrip rubber surfaces simplify adjustments in any conditions
Quick Target Acquisition (QTA) eyepiece for rapid target acquisition and accurate shot placement
Truplex reticle with four posts and fine cross hairs for accurate shot placement

This would be sufficient for your basic hunting rifle - if you get it - practice hitting a 6 or 8 inch paper plate at 200 yards. Essentially it will be a point and shoot without the bells and whistles. Use the rest of your money to buy ammo/rings.
 
Bushnell Elite all the way. The newer models are made in Korea, I have both older Japanese scopes and the newer Korean 4500. No issues with any of them. I have a few Burris scopes and have been disappointed with their service /warranty.
 
Do they still make the cheap red fields? I have one that's been on at least 12 different rifles and wont let me down. Considering the price its decent glass.
 
Dent2 said:
Do they still make the cheap red fields? I have one that's been on at least 12 different rifles and wont let me down. Considering the price its decent glass.
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Leopold sold them off to another company in 2021. Not sure about what the current product line is like but the ones made under Leupold ownership from 2008 onwards were solid scopes for the price.
 
Definitely the Burris, especially the Fullfield IV 2.5-10x42mm. Easily my favorite hunting scope in the $250-$500 range. Relaxed eyebox, good eye relief, very good optical quality, tracks well, smooth adjustments, reasonable weight and trim dimensions, and I really like the E3 reticle.

I recently went through a bit of a buying spree in this price range because I've got 15 scopes in this price range/category and wanted to know for sure which one I liked best. I tried Athlon, Bushnell, Burris, Leupold, Primary Arms, and Vortex, and ended up keeping the Burris.
 
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If you can find a Bushnell Elite 3200 etc. You won't look back.
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Yep, mine is like 15 or so years old and beats most of the newer stuff when it comes to glass clarity and quality. Also all of the Burris mentioned above E1 or Fullfield IV are excellent scopes.
 
mikeyb said:
Definitely the Burris, especially the Fullfield IV 2.5-10x42mm. Easily my favorite hunting scope in the $250-$500 range. Relaxed eyebox, good eye relief, very good optical quality, tracks well, smooth adjustments, reasonable weight and trim dimensions, and I really like the E3 reticle.

I recently went through a bit of a buying spree in this price range because I've got 15 scopes in this price range/category and wanted to know for sure which one I liked best. I tried Athlon, Bushnell, Burris, Leupold, Primary Arms, and Vortex, and ended up keeping the Burris.
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Great. I was actually looking at the exact same Burris scope yesterday.
 
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