Overwhelmed by scope choices

[diesmech]

First post on Rokslide. I am putting together a new medium range hunting rifle. I have a Tikka T3X 7mm prc with a 24 inch barrel and a side baffle muzzle brake. I have been stewing over optic choices for days. I have considered a Burris Eliminator 6, a Leica amplus 6 3-18, a Leupold vari x 6 4-24, a Zeiss v4 6-24, and a few others. I like the idea of the burris eliminator but am worried about glass quality. I own several leupolds but have heard their quality is declining. I have never owned a zeiss or a leica. I am open to any and all suggestions, ideas, brand recommendations or whatever you may have to throw my way. Thank you

 

[1000yards]

I suggest you read through the field evaluations.

 

[Marbles]

We will make more trouble rather than be of any help.

On a 7 PRC Tikka I would go for something heavy like an NF ATCR or S&B PM II.

If you really care about glass, then S&B is the only brand I would consider, but that is because durability/zero retention are my top priorities. That judgements is based on reputation, not extensive personal experience.

 

[bigmoose]

Take a look at SWFA or Trijicon for a good solid hunting scope.

 

[thinhorn_AK]

Get a trijicon or a nightforce.

 

[glock233]

All bad choices for durability. SWFA 3-15 or Maven Rs1.2.

 

[glock233]

Unbelievable deal in the classifieds if you like MOA and SFP. Includes the rings.

SWFA SS 3-15x42 MOA SFP


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[ActivelyDying]

Pm sent

 

[Boarmaster]

If medium range means 50-300 yards or less then I would consider a variable in the 2-12 or some variation of that with a objective from 40-50mm in a set n forget scope. That will narrow it down. Also staying in that power and Obj range will possibly let you afford a better quality scope. It will give you all the scope you need for that medium range. No need for twisting turrets at that range either.

 

[jimh406]

Not a believer, but I think you should still look at the drop tests.

 

[jayhawk]

I’d go with the Leupold or Zeiss. Both reputable brands with good products and service. Anything under 400yds doesn’t need twisting turrets, or mil dots or whatever kind of overcomplicated reticle. K. I. S. S.

 

[BluMtn]

Here is your answer.

WTS Thread 'Trijicon credo hx 2.5-15x56'

Feb 16, 2026

Brand new in box. Never been mounted. Put the battery in it and that’s all.
$1000 located in SC

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[Rich M]

Problem w that credo is that you can get a S&B for just a couple hundred more.

 

[Sully_44]

I’d stay away from companies that put all their money toward marketing, and go with a company that focuses more on qc and durability. Go look at the field evals to see those trends.

 

[Chris in TN]

Why are we shooting a 7PRC at medium ranges?

 

[Q_Sertorius]

SWFA 3-9x for dialing FFP. Trijicon AccuPoint 3-9x for illuminated, non-dialing SFP. End of discussion unless you need to brag to your friends about how much money you spent.

 

[Ramem7mm]

Nightforce Atacr First Focal Plane.

 

[zekepa]

You don't have a location listed. I'm on the east coast hunting mostly forest, shooting less than 150, for this use case I went with SFP Trijicon Accupoint 3-9 for me, I also do some crop damage control shooting where shots could be 75 to further than I should be shooting Gun currently has a SFP Credo HX 4-16 will be changing that to the S2H 3-18 FFP when I get the scope.

The post from Cameraland in the link below really helped me make my decision.

Another SFP vs FFP post | Page 2 | Rokslide Forum

 

[Laelkhunter]

Where will you be hunting?? The Burris has electronics in it which makes it illegal in some states. Burris would be at the bottom of my list anyway.

 

[Marbles]

Why are we shooting a 7PRC at medium ranges?

I figure just point in the correct direction scope wise and don't say anything about cartridge choice unless asked.