Scope recommendation for .17 HMR Savage

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Hi,

I am always on this forum, reading various threads daily. I don't post much, but am seeking some advice for a new scope for my Savage 93R17 FV.

Currently it just has a cheap 3-9x32 on it, but I want to upgrade.

I plan to use it for both target shooting and small game.

The two that I've come across that caught my eye is the Pine Ridge .17 tactical in 3-12x40, as well as the VISM Evolution 4-16x50 with illuminated mil dot reticle.

I'm leaning more towards the VISM as I don't mind doing the calculations for elevation as opposed to the idiot proof pine ridge. However, reviews are scarce on the VISM.

What do you recommend?

Thanks
 
Neither.
Both are cheap chinese scopes acording to my research.
I was looking at the Pine Ridge 17 tactical myself and upon turning the turets and adjusting the focus I handed it back to the clerk. The turets and focus bezel were full of grit and sand.
The ViSM evolution is an NcStar product.
The sight picture and reticle will be poor in comparison to higher quality scopes. I'll bet dollars to donuts that A) you either have a fucused sight picture or a focused reticle and B) the 50mm NcStar glass isnot as efficient as a 40mm Bushnel BANNER glass.

At least I would consider a: Bushnell Trophy XLT 4-12x40
And a better choice being a: Redfield Revenge ABS Varmint redicle 4-12x42
 
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should check out hawke scopes. They are very underrated I think. I have a 4-16x50 eclipse 30 on my target 22 and it is awesome for how much I paid. It's nice clear glass and a fine enough reticle for target and gopher work. Mil dot and easily adjustable turrets make shooting out to 150 a breeze. Green and red illuminated reticle available if that's what you're interested in. After trying out the first one I bought I have since bought a few more. Hawke or vortex sit on all my rifles.. The glass on my viper is a little clearer than the hawke but for what you get for the price of a hawke they are tough to beat if you want features.

The redfield line makes some great varmint scopes too. If If you're going to be changing up your ranges or using for hunting lots I would definitely go with side focus as the ao is not nearly as quick to adjust.
 
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should check out hawke scopes. They are very underrated I think. I have a 4-16x50 eclipse 30 on my target 22 and it is awesome for how much I paid. It's nice clear glass and a fine enough reticle for target and gopher work. Mil dot and easily adjustable turrets make shooting out to 150 a breeze. Green and red illuminated reticle available if that's what you're interested in. After trying out the first one I bought I have since bought a few more. Hawke or vortex sit on all my rifles.. The glass on my viper is a little clearer than the hawke but for what you get for the price of a hawke they are tough to beat if you want features.

The redfield line makes some great varmint scopes too. If If you're going to be changing up your ranges or using for hunting lots I would definitely go with side focus as the ao is not nearly as quick to adjust.
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Looking at the Hawke Optics on their website, the Varmint side focus model in 4-16x44 catches my eye. Seems to be a great price what you get. What are the benefits of the eclipse 30?

I am a little novice on optics (ill I've ever shot was 3-9x32 and 3-9x40) so it is going to be tough for me to notice the difference between mid range glass clarity - high range glass clarity. Any optic I'm going to see a massive improvement on.

In terms of the magnification, for a .17 hmr will a 4-16 magnification be plenty? I do plan to do some leisure target shooting, however it will mostly be varmint shooting. The 6-24 magnification is pretty cool but I think the minimum 6x will be too much for target acquisition?
 
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The eclipse has an illuminated reticle and a 30mm tube and a 50mm objective. There are also a few reticle to choose from I think. I used my 22 for targets and gophers out to 150 yards and I think 4-16 is awesome. The glass is pretty good but not spectacular. Still a lot better than a lot of stuff in the same price range. DLairgun has a wide range of them. If you're going to be hunting at less than 50 yards I would avoid the 6-24 as it would probably be a little much.
 
So I have been looking at the Hawke 4-16x50 eclipse 30, but can't seem to find any in stock anywhere. Seems like a great scope for the price.

I forget to mention, I want to keep my budget around $300. However, I want to get a scope that will be on the rifle for the duration of its life with no need to upgrade.

So I was in Wal-Mart today and seen a scope that was suggested. The Bushnell 4-12x40 Trophy XLT with the DOA reticle for $200. There is also a Vortex Diamondback in 3-9x40 for sale locally as well for less then $200.

As previously stated, I want to do some target shooting as well as some varmint shooting as well, so I don't want to get something with too little magnification.

Too many choices in the world of optics!
 
I got a 93r17 FV as well and I put a Vortex CFII 6-18x44 on it. I kind of like the higher power so I can see gophers when they just pop their heads out.

Here she is with a Boyds stock on it too. WHich I recommend you look into getting for yours. If you dont already
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cover3 said:
...However, I want to get a scope that will be on the rifle for the duration of its life with no need to upgrade.

... I want to do some target shooting as well as some varmint shooting as well, so I don't want to get something with too little magnification.
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Which means you'll want an AO. For varmints, you'll be shooting anywhere from 50-170 yards. You also need to be accurate.

And yes, even a novice will notice the difference between cheap (WalMart) and quality optics.

In the long run, considering ammo cost and what you've already invested in the rifle, an extra $100 will get you a much better scope.

The Bushnell ET5154 is a great value at around $420.
 
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