Need opinions on a few 1x4 scopes

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Originally Posted by Kodiak

It just so happens that I'm looking for a 1-4 also. My question is, is the Optisan Mamba w/ EAR30 mount even worth considering? I do understand it's a very inexpensive scope and also understand the "you get what you pay for" adage when it comes to optics. I'm in the same boat as the OP, I just don't have much money right now or the foreseeable future. I want to use it for paper punching and local tactical matches.

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I am taking a serious look at the Leupold vx-Hog, looks good for the price

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Originally Posted by MiamiCracker

I am taking a serious look at the Leupold vx-Hog, looks good for the price

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Now that you mention Leupold, I'm wondering if the VX-1 Shotgun/muzzleloader 1-4X20mm might be the way to go. I like the Turkey Plex reticule.

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Originally Posted by MiamiCracker

Thanks for recommending the Vortex but that and the Burris is out of the question due to her only being able to afford $340 for everything (including shipping). Since its for range shooting/plinking I don't need something too expensive, which is fine by me. I also added the Weaver Classic Extreme to the list, any info on it is welcome.

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Burris has a Fullfield Tac 30 for about $299 at most places. It is the same scope internally as the MTAC but it has the older push button illumination and the older style body and turret caps.

http://www.burrisoptics.com/ff30tactical1.html

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Originally Posted by VIP3R 237

Burris has a Fullfield Tac 30 for about $299 at most places. It is the same scope internally as the MTAC but it has the older push button illumination and the older style body and turret caps.

http://www.burrisoptics.com/ff30tactical1.html

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I have been looking at that also. I decided not to go with the Leatherwood.

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Originally Posted by DeAdeYE15

I've been eyeing the Vortex Viper PST 1-4, this looks like a great optic. I've seen nothing but good reviews on this optic. It has target adjustable turrets and a lighted circle reticle that suppose to work great on 1X for CQB. Looks like it retails for around $599.00 but I'm sure one could be found for less.

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If you cannot afford this one, the MTAC would be my next choice. But you could have a tin can on there without the right mount. I went with the XTR and Larue Tactical SPR-E, I wish I would have bought the Vortex now.

I'm a red dot guy myself, but the Vortex has got me thinking of switching one of my ARs to a 1-4. I own a Vortex 3X magnifier and the glass is great, a lot better than I was expecting. I heard they were making the Viper PST in 1-6 also.
http://i1169.photobucket.com/albums/...g?t=1346642192

I think I am going Weaver Classic Extreme 1.5x4.5-24 or Leupold VX-Hog. What the Weaver's got going for it is the illuminated recticle and Natchez has them within the wife's price range.

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Originally Posted by MiamiCracker

I think I am going Weaver Classic Extreme 1.5x4.5-24 or Leupold VX-Hog. What the Weaver's got going for it is the illuminated recticle and Natchez has them within the wife's price range.

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Out of curiosity which reticle do you like on the Weaver, the Dual-X or German #4?

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Originally Posted by royal

Out of curiosity which reticle do you like on the Weaver, the Dual-X or German #4?

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I was looking at the German originally but I'm starting to like the Dual x.

I vote for the Burris MTAC 1-4x.

For background, I've had the Burris FF TAC30 1-4x for a while and have been mostly happy with it, except the control over illumination. The MTAC fixes that with a much more useful dial. I've looked through the MTAC 1-4x at a recent match and it was definitely at least as good as the TAC30 - basically the same optics but with better controls, as far as I can tell.

I also have an MTAC 1.5-6x40 so I'm quite familiar with the controls.

I briefly owned the Nikon M-223 1-4x20 and did not like it. I thought the glass wasn't very good, especially compared to the TAC30. I sold it after using it very briefly.