Scope for Tikka T3 lite .270 WIN

[noharleyyet]

...slight bump in magnification and better coatings. Schmalts can elaborate.

 

[Ben Lamb]

For my use is there a large difference between the Leupold VX2 and the VX3 ?

At the price Schmalts is quoting, you're getting $100 worth of better glass for about $40.

 

[hank4elk]

...I'd be sending Schmalts a buzz if I was in need of a scope ...wow,nice deal!

 

[bigdonniebrasco]

Already sent

Just trying to determine the reticle type I might need. CDS, BDC, Duplex etc.

 

[1_pointer]

Already sent

Just trying to determine the reticle type I might need. CDS, BDC, Duplex etc.

My choice would be Windplex with a CDS turret.

If you don't want to dial for distance, I go with a regular duplex. But if you really want a drop compensating reticle, I like the Long Range Duplex better than the Boone and Crockett.

 

[bigdonniebrasco]

I think I am set as to what scope I am going to get.... any input on GOOD rings/bases/mounts that won't break the bank?

Thanks

 

[Millsworks]

I strongly recommend looking at the Vortex crossfire ll. It is available in different power ranges and has a ballistic reticle to quickly take shots at distance after zeroing the main cross hairs at 100 or 200yrds.
The price depends on the model but the last one I purchased was a 6x18 and it cost around $230.00.
The three I have all hold their zero ,and they are mounted on a .308, a 30-06 ,and a 7mm mag.
With some practice at the range a guy should be able to make shots out to at least 450yrds. with relitive ease.
Best deal on the market in my opinion.

 

[Millsworks]

I do prefer the Leupold rings and bases. Most economy rings just don't hold up to recoil over time.

 

[Tikka06]

I've got the Talley lightweight rings on my Tikka in medium. Rock solid mounting system. +1 on dealing with Schmalts and Predator Optics. Great guy to do business with.

 

[6mm Remington]

I like both Talley and Leupold rings and bases. You cannot go wrong with either of these two. I would recommend lapping your rings before mounting your scope. It's a simple job to do and I feel is worth it.

 

[bigdonniebrasco]

note to self.... must google "lapping rings"

 

[JohnCushman]

note to self.... must google "lapping rings"

NOT nipple rings :hump:

 

[noharleyyet]

HT sticky..."no firearm discussion with out gunsmitning seminars"

 

[specneeds]

Talley lightweight is all that I use on hunting rifles any more, they set up and sight in faster and hold as well as the Leupold dual dovetails. I have dragged my Conquest through heavy brush and fired hundreds of rounds of full bore 300 Weatherby without having to think about the mounts for a second.

I've recommended Talley many times and always get a big "thanks those are great" from the guys who used them. Had a buddy come over to sight in a new Howa 270 with a nice Meopta 3.5-10 and instead of Talley he went with Leupold Rifleman mounts. After 10 shots we realized the scope was moving forward and the scope was scratched from the bolt. I asked him to come back when he had the Talley mounts so we only had todo this once.

 

[hank4elk]

Ditto the Talley's.