Best scope under $1k

[Echo]

I recently got my hands on a browning x-bolt in 6.8 western. I live in Montana and plan on using this as my ‘go to’ gun for deer, elk, antelope, etc.

I’d love some recommendations on scopes at $1k or less for this set up. I’m leaning towards the VX-5hd 3 - 15 x 44. I like Leupold and have experienced good success with their CDS system. But, that’s also all I really know. Open to other ideas. Thanks in advance!

 

[Northpark]

Under $1k. Leupold vx5, Zeiss conquest V4 are the top of my list for a hunting rifle.

 

[AZ_Hunter_2000]

NF SHV or Trijicon Credo. Can save money if you’re open to a demo.

 

[slm9s]

Vortex Razor LHT 3-15. Great optics, perfect power range, well done illumination, tracks well, and a great warranty if you ever need it. I have 5 and have had no issues.

 

[Deerhunter6250]

I recently got my hands on a browning x-bolt in 6.8 western. I live in Montana and plan on using this as my ‘go to’ gun for deer, elk, antelope, etc.

I’d love some recommendations on scopes at $1k or less for this set up. I’m leaning towards the VX-5hd 3 - 15 x 44. I like Leupold and have experienced good success with their CDS system. But, that’s also all I really know. Open to other ideas. Thanks in advance!

I like the one you picked out. Any Leupold or Zeiss you cant go wrong.

 

[ChrisAU]

Trijicon Credo, Bushnell LRHS2, SWFA, NF SHV…take your pick

 

[Gone4Days]

Trijicon Credo, Bushnell LRHS2, SWFA, NF SHV…take your pick

This is the list.

 

[JGRaider]

Longer range shooting requires wind holds on the reticle IMO. LRHS and don't look back.

 

[BCD]

Isn't the SHV REALLY heavy?

 

[Ram94]

Isn't the SHV REALLY heavy?

Depends which SHV you are talking about. The 3-10x42 is around 22oz

 

[jjjones7]

Bushnell LRHS-2 4.5-18 x 44 G2H reticle

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These and it isn’t particularly close IMO

 

[VinoVino]

For the weight, Swarovski Z3 3-10 with a BRH reticle made my list.

 

[hereinaz]

Razor LHT has worked well for a buddy. I set it up and used it.

 

[manitou1]

If dialing a lot I would go with the Bushnell LRHS. Then again, my VX5s have served me well for several years too. My Bushy's heavier, but dang it is a well built scope (LRTS).

 

[AZ_Hunter_2000]

Interesting to see how fast (generic) Rokslide opinion went from must having “drop tested” scopes to run what you want.

 

[XLR]

Nightforce SHV and Burris RT25 are the two that I have experience with and have been pretty impressed with! The RT25 is a little cheaper but the glass is nice!

 

[KoolBreeze]

Think I'm going to try a Minox All-Rounder 2-10x50 which is just a tad North of $1k, if I can ever find them back in stock on this side of the pond.

 

[Grundy53]

Nightforce SHV

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[505Wapiti]

Isn't the SHV REALLY heavy?

it isn't heavy if you don't mind the feeling of mounting a brick on top of your rifle, LOL. I have an SHV 4-14x56 C522 on my 6.5 killsmoor... it is heavy but I love it.

 

[ChemE]

I like Zeiss scopes and I thing the Z4s are best in class, best scopes for the money anywhere.