Zeroing a Scope for Close Quarters

[cf98354]

I need help with a problem I am having having. I am taking a rifle course in a few weeks that does both close quarters shooting and longer distances (300 meters). Right now I am running a Nikon ProStaff 3-9x40 on my M4 until I can afford a better optic. I am wondering what distance should I zero it at so I can accurately hit targets at close range and longer distances, or would I be better off taking the scope off and using iron sights?

[Lrodrgz]

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[Failure2Stop]

Before getting drug into the weeds by folks that don't know what the class is, or its intended outcome, I'd highly recommend asking the instructor directly.
I would be surprised if the class description/requirements didn't say something about zeroing.

If you're going to ignore that advice, I recommend a 100, 200, or 50 yard/meter zero, in that order.
I would also give you the advice that a 3-9x optic will be a poor fit for real "close quarters" use. Without speaking for your instructor, I'd recommend iron sights for close-quarters to 300 meters over trying to use a 3-9x at actual applicable close range.
Simply "hitting a target" is a far different thing than "hitting a target of X size in Y time while performing Z". Different training will focus on different things.

[Huski9201]

I've taken similar classes. I shot it iron sights so I could practice. But a lot of the students were running red dots.


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[cbx]

Good luck with a 3-9 like F2S said. They're a great option for certain things, just not what your asking.

Red dot or lpv. If you're not wanting to invest in that, just roll with irons. It's good to do that some times anyway.

[C4IGrant]

All stop. Sell the 3x9 and buy a 1-4 or a red dot. Zero's. There are really only two (even for a class with a lot of close range shooting). They are a 50yd and 100yd zero. Learn offsets at close range (which should be taught at the class).


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[ExplorinInTheWoods]

50 yd zero gives you a nice flat trajectory. I DO NOT recommend the 25/300 zero