Budget Scope for Western Hunting?

[thall145]

Hello, looking for a budget scope ($500) for western hunting. Would prefer a MOA scope with hash marks for hold over in case situation doesn't offer time to dial. Any recommendations appreciated.

 

[gr8fuldoug]

Element Helix 4-16x44 FFP - APR-2D MOA reduced from $459.99 to only $299.99

 

[3gunyotehtr]

Burris Fullfield 3x9

 

[Luke S]

Trijicon Huron would be about the price range you want if you shop around. I really like mine in 2.5x10 and I'll probably look for a 3-9 at some point

 

[bhhad25]

I’m interested in the same thing. Any thoughts on the Venom 3-15 for this use?

 

[Luke S]

FYI I just ordered a 3-9 Huron. I might be up for selling my old 2 5-10 Huron... need to think about it. They just seem to work. Adjusting is solid, they don't seem to lose zero.

 

[Lionheart]

You would be amazed what a search of this topic would reveal…

 

[bhhad25]

You would be amazed what a search of this topic would reveal…

Thanks for all your help. God forbid someone have a discussion on a discussion forum

 

[Kyguy]

99% of the replies you will get on here are going to be one of these:

The Trijicon Huron 3-9x40, which you can find on sale for under $500, generally.

Save more money and get a Trijicon Credo or Accu-point 3-9x40

Save more money and get a SWFA 3-9 if you can find one

Save even more money and get a Nightforce of some flavor or the Maven RS 1.2.

If you want different options, join other sites for more varied opinions. Just telling it like it is.

 

[BLJ]

99% of the replies you will get on here are going to be one of these:

The Trijicon Huron 3-9x40, which you can find on sale for under $500, generally.

Save more money and get a Trijicon Credo or Accu-point 3-9x40

Save more money and get a SWFA 3-9 if you can find one

Save even more money and get a Nightforce of some flavor or the Maven RS 1.2.

If you want different options, join other sites for more varied opinions. Just telling it like it is.

You forgot the SWFA 6x and 10x.

 

[Kyguy]

You forgot the SWFA 6x and 10x.

I figured he was looking for a variable, so apologies! lol

 

[nm.otter]

6x MQ Gen2 would be (and actually was) my first choice. Acquiring one does require a certain amount of patience.

 

[Lionheart]

Thanks for all your help. God forbid someone have a discussion on a discussion forum

Welcome. No need for snarkiness. My advice was well intentioned.

 

[easternoregonballistics]

Ive had good luck with vortex diamondback tacticals. The 4-16 ran well on a 300 PRC and now sits on a 7 PRC. Its the lightest scope vortex offers with a christmas tree reticle under 1500 bucks or so

 

[hunt25]

Have a Bushnell Banner 3-9x40 on my savage axis 2 I know its not the best scope but it works pretty well for me.

 

[BLJ]

Product Description

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https://www.eurooptic.com/athlon-ares-btr-gen2-25-15x50mm-dd-sf-30mm-aplr4-ffp-ir-moa-riflescope-212013

I’ve had good success with both of these.

And there is good customer service from both places available on this forum.

 

[jdl25]

No love for Leupold VX5? It is hard for me come to grips with this. I have nothing meaningful to add, sorry.

 

[06 SB]

Someone asked about the Venom 3-15. I have one on a mid to long range AR. I was surprised by the clarity and quality of the scope. It weighs a lot though. So do the larger Athlons. Do you have any weight concerns?

A Burris with the E3 reticle would be a good suggestion. The suggestion from CameraLand is trustworthy as well but I have never used an Element scope.

 

[HairyScandinavian]

99% of the replies you will get on here are going to be one of these:

The Trijicon Huron 3-9x40, which you can find on sale for under $500, generally.

Save more money and get a Trijicon Credo or Accu-point 3-9x40

Save more money and get a SWFA 3-9 if you can find one

Save even more money and get a Nightforce of some flavor or the Maven RS 1.2.

If you want different options, join other sites for more varied opinions. Just telling it like it is.

That's about right. We have three Hurons and a couple NF. For less expensive options id definitely look at the Huron and Ascent. They're solid.