Scopes and Such

[sniperdude411]

I was looking recently in the local gun store to find out if it would be right to convert my .222 into .223, and the salesman (a Vietnam sniper) suggested that I get an H&R rifle, MOA accurate, with scope mount, for $169.

So I looked into that, and after figuring sales figures for my farmstand (If you happen to drive past Lancaster, be sure to stop here mid july to mid-august), I found that I could buy that rife with a good scope.

So I checked-out scopes, and found this one that I liked: http://www.riflescopes.com/products/...riflescope.htm
specs:
Specifications
Weight (oz): 17.5
Length (in): 13.5
Eye Relief (in): 3
Field of View @ 100yds (ft): 29 - 10.5
Exit Pupil (mm): 13 - 4
MOA: 1/4
Lens Coating: Fully Coated
Warranty: Limited Lifetime

Is this a good scope? If not, please suggest a better one; I have $300 to spend on a scope and rings, and I don't know squat to what makes a good scope.

[ak-dave]

sniperdude411,

BSA is good bang for your buck. I use a BSA 6-24x40 Mil-Dot with Illuminated reticule on one of my ARs. The Panther is a good chose. Bottom line is that it is not a $1100 scope and it is not a Tasco either. With optics you pretty much get what you pay for. :)

[Bill]

A 50mm objective lens is better for lowlight shooting, but 40mm isn't bad by any means.

[Bluesman]

After shooting 'Expert' with one with NO MAGNIFICATION AT ALL, I swear by red dots. It is simply a matter of breathing and squeezing. You dam' near can't miss, and we had first-time s******* getting some GREAT scores after zeroing their sights.

Simply excellent.

[Bill]

They let you qualify with red dots?

LOL...what is the world coming too?

[Bluesman]

Fight like you train, right? We'll take 'em into the situation where we need 'em, and we'll have the know-how and confidence to use 'em to best advantage.

But, I know what you mean: it DOES feel like cheating. ;)

[Bill]

Probably because it is cheating. ;)

I hope they're still training you how to zero with and hit with iron sites.

Good forbid your batteries should die in the middle of a firefight. ;)

[sniperdude411]

Wow...

AK Dave is more of a help than M21...
Thank's for the help AK Dave; M21 I still need to hear from you on optics.

[Shek]

Probably because it is cheating. ;)

I hope they're still training you how to zero with and hit with iron sites.

Good forbid your batteries should die in the middle of a firefight. ;)

Zeroing with your iron sights is always the first order of business. However, I wouldn't recommend a M68 for anything other than reflex shooting or for shooting 200m or shorter. After 200m, the MOA of the dot begins to obscure the target. I'd want a scope that allows you to adjust for windage and elevation and do range-E so that you can do the appropriate windage/elevation adjustments (unless your super high speed and buy a spotting scope).

[sniperdude411]

Zeroing with your iron sights is always the first order of business. However, I wouldn't recommend a M68 for anything other than reflex shooting or for shooting 200m or shorter. After 200m, the MOA of the dot begins to obscure the target. I'd want a scope that allows you to adjust for windage and elevation and do range-E so that you can do the appropriate windage/elevation adjustments (unless your super high speed and buy a spotting scope).

Or you could get a fire control system.