Which Scope for New Rifle

[RugerHawg413]

I just bought a new Savage 10 .308, and am looking to buy a new scope for it. I have looked at Trijicon Accupower and Accupoint, Nightforce SHV, Zeiss Conquest V4, and some Leupolds. But with the Leupolds, I just can't find a reticle that they make that I like. And if there is a brand that I am not thinking about please mention them. I am looking at 12 to 18 power (preferably 16-18 power). Thanks for the info and knowledge.

 

[1_pointer]

What kind of reticle are you looking for? Will you be dialing the scope? Is weight/size a consideration? Is that amount of magnification a personal preference or is the type of shooting your doing lend itself to needing that much?

 

[RugerHawg413]

What kind of reticle are you looking for? Will you be dialing the scope? Is weight/size a consideration? Is that amount of magnification a personal preference or is the type of shooting your doing lend itself to needing that much?

I like Mil-Dot and BDC reticles not Duplex reticles, I will not be dialing the scope, weight/size is not a big deal on this setup. The amount of magnification is more of a personal preference than anything.

 

[325 WSM]

Take a look at Sightron S3 I love mine

 

[1_pointer]

With that info, I'd give a look at Meopta. This model has a few different BDC type reticles available.

Meopta Sports Optics - European premium optics

www.meoptasportsoptics.com

 

[RugerHawg413]

With that info, I'd give a look at Meopta. This model has a few different BDC type reticles available.

Meopta Sports Optics - European premium optics

www.meoptasportsoptics.com

Thanks for the link. Yeah, that one looks pretty sweet. Do you own one? And if you do what is your opinion of it? Thanks!

 

[MThuntr]

I just got an Open Box Zeiss V4 (22oz)...quality beats the heck out of the Leupold V3i scopes I have but at nearly double the price I expected that.

I hear a lot of good about the Meopta Optika6 line. My concern is they are heavy (30oz) but glass is supposed to be really good. You'll have to decide reticle and if you want SFP or FFP. I see some sales where they compete very well with the Leupold VX3 line but are optically superior. There is a line of Optika5 that should be out this summer that offers a little better light transmission but who know when they'll hit shelves

 

[1_pointer]

Thanks for the link. Yeah, that one looks pretty sweet. Do you own one? And if you do what is your opinion of it? Thanks!

Just read reviews on them.

I just got an Open Box Zeiss V4 (22oz)...quality beats the heck out of the Leupold V3i scopes I have but at nearly double the price I expected that.

I hear a lot of good about the Meopta Optika6 line. My concern is they are heavy (30oz) but glass is supposed to be really good. You'll have to decide reticle and if you want SFP or FFP. I see some sales where they compete very well with the Leupold VX3 line but are optically superior. There is a line of Optika5 that should be out this summer that offers a little better light transmission but who know when they'll hit shelves

The FFP Optika6s look sweet! I'm cheap, so will probably just keep slumming SWFA 3-9s.

 

[timmy]

Z5 3.5-18 Swarovski best scope out there

 

[Buckyranger42]

My go-to for what you are looking for in the reticle, capped turret and magnification is a Vortex Viper HS 4-16 (X44 or X50 objective lens).

 

[00BUCK]

Take a look at Athlon and Arken if you like turrets. Some amazing scopes and warranties with perfect tracking.

 

[morgaj1]

If you aren't going to be dialing, I'd take a look at Meopta MeoPro's.

 

[DropTyne]

SWFA 3-9×42. Best all around scope IME. Mil Quad reticle, mil turrets, FFP, tough as nails, dependable tracking, and great optical clarity.

 

[Woodrow F Call]

I got a SWFA 6X last year on a Tikka. The gun puts 10 rounds under an inch on demand. When I turn the turrets, everything moves as expected. I'd look at their scopes. I've never owned a Night Force, but they'll probably work too if they have what you want.

 

[Don Fischer]

I just bought a new Savage 10 .308, and am looking to buy a new scope for it. I have looked at Trijicon Accupower and Accupoint, Nightforce SHV, Zeiss Conquest V4, and some Leupolds. But with the Leupolds, I just can't find a reticle that they make that I like. And if there is a brand that I am not thinking about please mention them. I am looking at 12 to 18 power (preferably 16-18 power). Thanks for the info and knowledge.

So, what reticle do you like and why?

 

[RugerHawg413]

So, what reticle do you like and why?

I like Mil-Dot and BDC reticles (for easier yard measurements) not Duplex reticles. Thanks for the relpy!

 

[MT_Chad]

Thanks for the link. Yeah, that one looks pretty sweet. Do you own one? And if you do what is your opinion of it? Thanks!

I own a meopro in 4.5-14. I love it, the glass is amazing. Check eurooptic, they still have some meopro scopes on sale in the magnification range you are looking for.

 

[Doublegunner]

I just bought a new Savage 10 .308, and am looking to buy a new scope for it. I have looked at Trijicon Accupower and Accupoint, Nightforce SHV, Zeiss Conquest V4, and some Leupolds. But with the Leupolds, I just can't find a reticle that they make that I like. And if there is a brand that I am not thinking about please mention them. I am looking at 12 to 18 power (preferably 16-18 power). Thanks for the info and knowledge.

What is your intended purpose for the rifle? I am assuming hunting. How far do you intend to be shooting? If for hunting at what game?

 

[sbhooper]

Meopta or SWFA.

 

[std7mag]

I'll put in another vote for Sightron.
Myself, i like their MOA2 reticle.
But they also have mildot & BDC reticles.
Plus they have glass quality above their price point.