Lightweight scope options!

[AlpineAssassin907]

Recommendations for a Kimber hunter 6.5 & 308

 

[wilydawg]

How about the SWFA 2.5-10x32?

Weighs under 10 ounces...

 

[AlpineAssassin907]

How about the SWFA 2.5-10x32?

Weighs under 10 ounces...

Hey thanks for replying. I love SWFA, I mainly use the 6x MQ. I have no experience with the 2.5-10x32.. I have heard they have bad eye relief? I will need to look into that model more. That is extremely light

 

[TN2shot07]

I have a vx3 2.5-8 on a model 7, no complaints

 

[WRM]

Leupold fixed 6. Smaller size objective is a great deal.

 

[Bater]

If your shots are closer or you're not planning to dial go with whatever blows your hair back. If dialing then reliability of the internals matters a lot.

 

[AlpineAssassin907]

Leupold fixed 6. Smaller size objective is a great deal.

I have thought about the Leupold 6x42!! Thankyou for that

 

[turley]

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[Viper*6]

The Leupold VX3 2.5-8x36 is a good choice. For a couple more ounces the VX3 3.5-10-40mm would work.

 

[WRM]

I have thought about the Leupold 6x42!! Thankyou for that

I like the 36mm because it's usually about $100 cheaper. That's $25 a MM!

With a fixed, you are already getting better light transmission due to less "stuff" in the tube. I just never wanted to cough up the extra dough for the bigger one.

With either--lifetime wty.

I want to try their 2.5 on some lever guns.

 

[sndmn11]

Hey thanks for replying. I love SWFA, I mainly use the 6x MQ. I have no experience with the 2.5-10x32.. I have heard they have bad eye relief? I will need to look into that model more. That is extremely light

I would stick with that scope!

 

[Gone4Days]

I have a very lightweight Kimber 308. I use a Nightforce SHV 3-10x42. It is 22 oz, which is 2 oz over what i really wanted but the durability and reliability is important and worth it.

 

[eoperator]

trijicon accupoint 3-9x40 dot reticle 13oz 12" $575

 

[mtwarden]

the vx3 3.5-10 is a good option (as is the 2.5-8)

if you have the scratch, I'd also look at the Swaro Z3 in 3-9x36 or the 3.5x10x42, 12 and 12.7 oz respectfully

 

[magshooter1]

the vx3 3.5-10 is a good option (as is the 2.5-8)

if you have the scratch, I'd also look at the Swaro Z3 in 3-9x36 or the 3.5x10x42, 12 and 12.7 oz respectfully

Excellent advice right here IMO. My Ruger M77 RL .257 Bob wears a Z3 3-9x36. Have the Z3 3.5-10x42 on a Win. 70 Lightweight .270 Win.

 

[hunting1]

I have a VX3 3.5-10 with B&C reticle on my Kimber Montana and like it. My Waypoint is wearing a Weaver 3-10 Grand Slam Tactical and if you can find one is a great lightweight scope that so far is repeatable and passes on my Waypoint. The SWFA 3-9 is awesome if they ever return.

 

[josef]

If youre looking for lightweight then Leupold is definitely the answer. Just keep in mind that weight and durability are very closely correlated.

 

[SDHNTR]

If you need light, the ONLY one that works for a general hunting scope is the Trijicon Accupoint 3-9x40. A FAR better choice than any Leupold.

 

[mtg]

Hi, I know this is a bit old. I’m wondering what the OP decided to buy, also any recent recommendations or changes in recommendations regarding new options in 2024?

Thanks!

 

[mtwarden]

I've since moved from Leupold & Swaro (based on some of the drop testing done by members of this site) to the Trijicon Accupoint in the 3-9x40—13 oz, available in a few different reticles (mine are both green/mil dot) and by all accounts one the tougher/more reliable lightweight scopes.