Economical 600 yard scope for an AR?

[cobber]

Assuming it can shoot 600 yards. Maybe something more along the lines of 300 yards.

Not looking for tactical stuff, but rather a plausible hunting scope.

Oh, and not crazy-expensive. Something versatile, thinking small game up to Bambi-size. (No rat terriers )

Have been looking at the Nikon stuff, but there's so much to choose from...

 

[Bersalover]

Tagged, looking for the same info

 

[tradertator]

Really depends on what you define as "economical". I've had good luck with my Leupold Mark AR on my SPR build.

 

[cobber]

Economical = sub $250 including rings if possible...

I know Nikon has a bunch in this range.

 

[SEIndSAM]

Economical = sub $250 including rings if possible...

I know Nikon has a bunch in this range.

Call Alan at A&A, he is an INGO advertiser. He has fixed me up on 3 different scopes and I have been very pleased with all three.

 

[DarkRose]

I've heard good things about Mueller and the lower end of the Vortex line, I've got a BSA that hits that price point. I'm not a fantastic precision shooter by any means, but after several range sessions, I'm already looking to upgrade to clearer glass. It's good for the price, but I don't think mine would be clear enough much past 200.

 

[KLB]

Call Alan at A&A, he is an INGO advertiser. He has fixed me up on 3 different scopes and I have been very pleased with all three.

This!

Or just PM him, 42769vette.

That is if he does not see this thread first.

 

[42769vette]

Do you plan to dial or hold for range? If you want the option of dialing,

The thing you will need that is most often looked over and forgot about is tracking. Folks assume every scope tracks, and in real like less than 50% do. Tracking is basically the adjustement on the turret doing exactly (not close to) what it says it does. If a scope doesnt track properly then basically everytime you want to dial the turrets then you just un sighted in your rifle.

AO/PA is a 100% must have for you.

To be right honest with your options are very limited with your intended budget because its on a ar15. Trustworthy mounting for the ar15 is not cheap. You will have 70-80 bucks in a burris pepr cantilever mount leaving your scope budget an 170-180 The only scope in your pricerange on the market that tracks and has ao is

priced at 179
Vortex Optics - Crossfire II 4-12x40 AO V-Plex

You can get the same scoppe in a bdc reticle (money well spent) but it will cost you 189 wich breaks your budget.

 

[cobber]

Do you plan to dial or hold for range? If you want the option of dialing,

The thing you will need that is most often looked over and forgot about is tracking. Folks assume every scope tracks, and in real like less than 50% do. Tracking is basically the adjustement on the turret doing exactly (not close to) what it says it does. If a scope doesnt track properly then basically everytime you want to dial the turrets then you just un sighted in your rifle.

AO/PA is a 100% must have for you.

To be right honest with your options are very limited with your intended budget because its on a ar15. Trustworthy mounting for the ar15 is not cheap. You will have 70-80 bucks in a burris pepr cantilever mount leaving your scope budget an 170-180 The only scope in your pricerange on the market that tracks and has ao is

priced at 179
Vortex Optics - Crossfire II 4-12x40 AO V-Plex

You can get the same scoppe in a bdc reticle (money well spent) but it will cost you 189 wich breaks your budget.

Well, rings separate then.

 

[42769vette]

Well, rings separate then.

With rings seperatly I would look at this option for 199

Vortex Optics - Crossfire II 4-12x50 AO Dead-Hold BDC

I think since this is a hunting based scope the 50mm bell's extra light gathering will come in handy, and I think the 4-12 zoom range is where I would want to be. If you go much higher your lowest zoom setting would still make close range shots dificult.

For me a scope that doesnt track is not worth my time to even sight in. these scopes track perfectly all accross the internal travel, not just in the center.

 

[LarryC]

I installed a Vortex Crossfire 2 on my LR 308 6X18 X 44 and am very satisfied with the scope. Actually more than pleased for the money. I have shot using much more expensive scopes and this one compares very favorable with any I have seen under $600. Although I don't expect to need it the warranty is better than any I have seen. Clarity is excellent, focus works great - good reticule, no issues at all.

 

[cobber]

Waiting on my income tax refund.

Any thoughts on the 2-7x32 Crossfire II?
Vortex Optics - Crossfire II 2-7x32 Dead-Hold BDC

 

[42769vette]

Waiting on my income tax refund.

Any thoughts on the 2-7x32 Crossfire II?
Vortex Optics - Crossfire II 2-7x32 Dead-Hold BDC

Bad idea in my opinion.

The big issue is you need ao or pa

 

[jrh84]

I have the Crossfire II 4-12x40AO on my CZ452. I can't recommend it enough. I hate to admit it, but the glass is noticibly better than my 2 Burris Fullfield II 3-9x40's, and I love those scopes. I used to scoff at "scope snobs," but the Vortex is turning me into one.

Running the Vortex through a box test at 50 yards, it passed with flying colors, and dialing up and down for range between 25-150 yards (we're talking .22LR...12ish MOA elevation if I remember right), it comes right back to 0. If you want custom uncapped turrets made, I think they are available from Vortex. I sincerely doubt you'll dissapointed with a Crossfire II, especially if you are used to similarly priced scopes like I was. The 4-12x40AO sounds like it'd be a good fit for what you're trying to do with it.

I bought mine on a whim on a trip back to Missouri last year (and soon realized I paid too much for it), but the next Vortex I buy will be from 42769vette, if for no other reason than the support and sound advice he gives on here.

 

[42769vette]

I bought mine on a whim on a trip back to Missouri last year (and soon realized I paid too much for it), but the next Vortex I buy will be from 42769vette, if for no other reason than the support and sound advice he gives on here.

I look forward to hearing from you and appriciate the honest review

 

[DarkRose]

I installed a Vortex Crossfire 2 on my LR 308 6X18 X 44 and am very satisfied with the scope. Actually more than pleased for the money. I have shot using much more expensive scopes and this one compares very favorable with any I have seen under $600. Although I don't expect to need it the warranty is better than any I have seen. Clarity is excellent, focus works great - good reticule, no issues at all.

Been looking at one of those myself, unfortunately I'm in the market for a 30mm tube to fit my existing mount. GRRRR

Have heard great things about them!

 

[dragun762]

my vote would go to Nikon. reasonable price, proven reliability, and I believe a lifetime warranty. I read good reviews about the midrange Bushnell's too.

 

[BKExpress]

Bought a few scopes and some rings from Alan. Great guy to work with. He will point you in the right direction. Also, IMHO get the best possible scope and rings your budget will allow. Sell something if you have to. The investment is well worth it. And, if you want to be anywhere near accurate at 600 you must pay for it. Again, it's money well spent.

 

[throttletony]

I've been very pleased with Vortex as a company and can recommend their products and service to anyone!!
You might consider going a few dollars over and getting into the Vortex Diamondback line. Also, the Nikons are not a bad options by any means.
You'll need some pretty fine crosshairs for shooting at 600 yds.

Edit: Try some of these scopes side by side if you can, then decide

 

[avboiler11]

My SPRgery has a Weaver GS Tactical 3-10x40 mil/mil.

Great optic that works well at all ranges, including 600yd.