Big Game Scopes

pappa · 04-22-2002, 08:42 PM

:guitar: :smash:

:target: :nod:
In the less than $250 price range, what scope do you have and really like?
No Kahles, Leopold, etc., as these aren't in my price range. I need a lot of light gathering in dark woods for 50 to 200 yard shots.
I am thinking of going with the BSA Catseye 3.5-10X50 IllumReticle that the American Rifleman covers this month.
I was impressed that it could "shoot the square" that good.
However, I am still open to other suggestions. Thanks!!
About the "artwork"...I haven't grown up.
:cheer: :cheer:

hooker · 04-23-2002, 06:56 PM

papa, I got a good Tasco 4x16x50 mm. Adjustable objective, and target turrets. Got it mounted on a REM. .308. It is clear, and holds its zero. Gave 120$ for it.

Double D · 05-02-2002, 03:14 AM

Pappa,

I am probably in the minority as I have a burris 2.75X fixed power scope and it is VERY bright. Great glass, holds zero (when Ihaven't shot the base loose, obviously not the scopes fault). MidwayUsa.com has the burris 2-7X Compact Scope for about $234. I have the Leupold QRW rings and love them but that willl add another $50 to the tab. The glass is great and it carries a lifetime warranty and the ranges you describe would be perfect for that scope plus it's smaller size will save you some carry weight. I know that there are much cheaper optics out there, and the Tasco EXP is compeling, but ultimately they are just cheaper. have you thought about checking a PAWN shop for a high dollar scope at a middle to low dollar price? May be some good deals out there.

Adirondack Bill · 05-03-2002, 01:11 PM

For what you want to spend I would recomend the Simmons
Aetec 2.8x10x44 You can get it from Cabelas for 159.99. I have two of them that I've been using for about 5 years. Very nice optics.

tonto · 05-05-2002, 12:12 AM

Aetec 2.8x10x44 with illuminated reticle.
i got mine from ebay like $168.00
i use it on a bolt .270 and so far no problems, I love the optics during lowlight, unless you are putting it on something bigger than a 7mm Magnum I think you will love it. i bought a BSA cateye for my dad for Christmas, but i can't report anything as yet as I believe i will have to set it up on his rifle when i get home for a visit. ornery ole feller won't give up his $35.00 bushnell
The Aetec i use in the cold wet of Northern Ny state for deer, and down here in central florida no problems yet, i even took a spill in some blue clay and the scope stayed dead nuts zero- i like it

04-22-2002, 08:42 PM	#1
pappa Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Dade City, Florida Posts: 23	Big Game Scopes :guitar: :smash: :target: :nod: In the less than $250 price range, what scope do you have and really like? No Kahles, Leopold, etc., as these aren't in my price range. I need a lot of light gathering in dark woods for 50 to 200 yard shots. I am thinking of going with the BSA Catseye 3.5-10X50 IllumReticle that the American Rifleman covers this month. I was impressed that it could "shoot the square" that good. However, I am still open to other suggestions. Thanks!! About the "artwork"...I haven't grown up. :cheer: :cheer:

05-02-2002, 03:14 AM	#3
Double D Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: SOCAL Posts: 28	Pappa, I am probably in the minority as I have a burris 2.75X fixed power scope and it is VERY bright. Great glass, holds zero (when Ihaven't shot the base loose, obviously not the scopes fault). MidwayUsa.com has the burris 2-7X Compact Scope for about $234. I have the Leupold QRW rings and love them but that willl add another $50 to the tab. The glass is great and it carries a lifetime warranty and the ranges you describe would be perfect for that scope plus it's smaller size will save you some carry weight. I know that there are much cheaper optics out there, and the Tasco EXP is compeling, but ultimately they are just cheaper. have you thought about checking a PAWN shop for a high dollar scope at a middle to low dollar price? May be some good deals out there. __________________ Double D Keep 'em hot and keep'em coming!

05-03-2002, 01:11 PM	#4
Adirondack Bill Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: New York Posts: 29	For what you want to spend I would recomend the Simmons Aetec 2.8x10x44 You can get it from Cabelas for 159.99. I have two of them that I've been using for about 5 years. Very nice optics. Last edited by Adirondack Bill; 05-09-2002 at 05:55 PM.

04-23-2002, 06:56 PM	#2
hooker Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: King, Noth Carolina Posts: 107	papa, I got a good Tasco 4x16x50 mm. Adjustable objective, and target turrets. Got it mounted on a REM. .308. It is clear, and holds its zero. Gave 120$ for it.

05-05-2002, 12:12 AM	#5
tonto Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: florida Posts: 93	Aetec 2.8x10x44 with illuminated reticle. i got mine from ebay like $168.00 i use it on a bolt .270 and so far no problems, I love the optics during lowlight, unless you are putting it on something bigger than a 7mm Magnum I think you will love it. i bought a BSA cateye for my dad for Christmas, but i can't report anything as yet as I believe i will have to set it up on his rifle when i get home for a visit. ornery ole feller won't give up his $35.00 bushnell The Aetec i use in the cold wet of Northern Ny state for deer, and down here in central florida no problems yet, i even took a spill in some blue clay and the scope stayed dead nuts zero- i like it