help me pick out some optic's

xtreme43s10 · Dec 6, 2009

well i just picked up another rifle remington 700 in 300 win mag, and would like some advice on some good optics for it. I've been looking at the leupold VX-3, and bushnell elite 4200 series scope's. I'm not dead set on those, but would like something that can handle the recoil and abuse of hunting. this is going to be a hunting rifle and i really don't have any plans to shoot 1000 yards with this rifle as i have others better suited for that. also what's everyone using for ring's and bases ? i was thinking about just picking up a 2 peice base and rings from leupold, are there any out there better? i don't mind spending a little bit more money as i would like to just but everything once.

armed ferret · Dec 7, 2009

Leupold in Talley LW's at your preferred height.

3rdRcn · Dec 8, 2009

I have the Leupold VX3 on my Anschutz with Talley rings and like the setup. I liked the VX3 enough that I took the Mark2 off my SPS and put the VX3 on it as well. I bought the fine duplex with target turrets and side focus. I also have the Mark4 with the TMR reticle on badger hardware that has worked out pretty well.

Slimjim · Dec 8, 2009

Dont forget to look at the super sniper line of scopes if you're looking for a fixed. They do have a variable scope out now also. Great scope for the money.

xtreme43s10 · Dec 8, 2009

well got a good deal on a Leupold VX-3, so just need some ring's and base's I've been looking at the talley set-up and they look nice, I've also read that a one piece base might be better as they help strengthen the receiver. what's everyone one's thoughts on that ?

armed ferret · Dec 8, 2009

if your receiver is flimsy enough that a one-piece base makes a noticeable difference, you've got bigger problems.

go with the talley LW's (lightweights, one-piece base/ring unit) and don't look back.

PoPo3 · Dec 9, 2009

I really like the Burris tactical rings. They go for about $45 off of optics planet with free shipping. I use them on my hunting rifle as well as two tactical rifles and never had a problem. I have had good luck with EGW bases. Can't say that I have ever heard a bad thing about the talley LWs. I hear they are a good setup.

3rdRcn · Dec 10, 2009

+1 for the Talley set up, also take a look at the Leupold and Badger stuff. It really depends on what you are trying to spend.

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