"Budget" scopes

[Slater]

For use on the range (100-300 yards) is there such thing as a decent scope in the $400 range?

[dbain99]

Growing up I never had a scope on a hunting rifle that costs much over $100, and they did just fine.
I've been satisfied with most of the Nikons I've had. I guess it all depends on what you are accustomed to.



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[Slater]

I've been looking at scopes along these lines. Not familiar with the brand, but seems to be some off-brand Chinese product:

http://shop.opticsplanet.com/meopta-...FQkyaQodkWcNAg

[TomMcC]

I've been looking at scopes along these lines. Not familiar with the brand, but seems to be some off-brand Chinese product:

http://shop.opticsplanet.com/meopta-...FQkyaQodkWcNAg

Meopta are made in the Czech Republic and are pretty good scopes. But they have lower end scopes like the one you're looking at, and more expensive models.

[MegademiC]

Super sniper fixed power scopes are good.

Heavy, ok glass, but hold zero.

$400 should be fine for a scope as long as it's not one with a ton of bells and whistles. Fixed power, don't expect it to pass a box test, but should hold zero fine with normal range use.

[seedubs1]

Oh please, there's mechanically sound optics out there for under $400 that will pass a box test. If the mechanics aren't sound, a scope isn't worth buying.

Heck, here's a 3-12 Weaver Grand Slam for $350. It'll track.
https://www.natchezss.com/weaver-re-...cle-matte.html

Lots of options for under $400 that'll be mechanically sound. They just might not have all of the bells and whistles.

$400 should be fine for a scope as long as it's not one with a ton of bells and whistles. Fixed power, don't expect it to pass a box test, but should hold zero fine with normal range use.

[dmd08]

I'd look for a PST 1-4 on the EE for around that. A Burris MTAC could probably be had for that. Or a Leupold Mark AR. I only have personal experience with the Vortex and I like it.

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[Fatorangecat]

Your rifle will never shoot better than your optic. If your optic won't hold zero you won't either. If you want to spend less on an optic look at a quality brand in a fixed power.

[RobertTheTexan]

If you decide to go fixed, I have a SWFA Super Sniper that's not currently mounted. It's a very solid scope and the glass is decent. Definitely capable of the range you mention and then some. Let me know it will be considerably less than
your $400 budget.


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[City Rat]

I have never tried one on this platform but Redfield scopes are worth a look. I say that because they are very reasonably priced and ,as Redfield is owned by Leupold, they come with the Leupold warranty. I have a Redfield spotting scope and people at the range always comment on how crisp and clear the glass is. Good luck.