Anybody have any recs for $1000 scope to go on a Remington 700? I was originally looking at the Leupold VX3 6.5-20, but it lacked a lot of clarity at the higher power. I'm now leaning towards the Swarvoski 4.5-12, but am open to any suggestions.

What are the specifics on the rifle and the intended use; the question is wide open and 500.00 may be all the glass needed.

There are plenty of guys with knowledge here, but also check out the Sniper's Hide forum under optics. That question gets asked frequently for various price ranges and they have a for sale section you could use to find a deal.

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I am surprised you guys are shooting from the hip not knowing any specifics on the rifle or the intended use. I could pick a different scope for each rifle.

700 5R 24"
700 SPS Varmint 20"
700 SPS 223 Sporter
700 BDL 30-06
700 SPS SS 243 Sporter
700 Classic 375 H&H

TXNative - So what would you suggest for each of the 6 guns you mentioned and why? I can see justification for some different models, but would be interested to hear your thoughts.

It's a Remington 700 VLS in .308. Ultimately it will be used for deer hunting, but I want to set it up to shoot long distances (for fun).

I like the review on the Vortex.

Go with the Z3 Swaro in your price range.

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I like Leupold and Zeiss, have heard very good comments on Vortex, Nightforce and many other scopes. I do choose scopes that look balanced on each rifle, the exception would be the 20mm tube scope on a dangerous game rifle where other factors are more important than scale.

I do prefer CDS turrets (MOA over load specific) because they are low profile and I shoot multiple loads in each rifle and prefer not to spend money on turret caps.

I am no expert, this is how I would scope these rifles and was only pointing out the lack of information.

700 5R, 308, 24" - Long range hunting, target, VX3 30mm, 4.5x14x40 side focus CDS.

700 SPS, 223 Varmint 20" - Inexpensive rifle, walking varminter, toss up between VX3 2.5x8 CDS or 3.5x10 CDS.

700 SPS 223 Sporter - Inexpensive rifle, walking varminter/deer rifle for stunt shooters like me. VX3 2.5x8 or same in CDS

700 BDL 30-06 - Classic, spit-shined stock, white line spacers and ebony forend, deer/elk, owner buys off the shelf 165gr ammo and rarely takes a shot beyone 250. Vari-X III, 3.5X10 duplex. Just looks at home on this rifle, 3.5x10 over 2.5x8 because longer length is more forgiving on long action.

700 SPS SS 243 Sporter - Long range, all-weather hunting rifle, VX3 3.5x10 CDS pushing 105 Amax on thin skin game.

700 Classic 375 H&H - Dangerous game, fast target acquisition and long eye relief, VX3 1.5x5.

Edit, since Rabb slipped in a post while I was typing a novel.

I detest tall turrets on hunting rifles, that is just my opinion. A 3.5x10 CDS would be right at home on top of a VLS 308. I have run 9X to 750 and would have no problem running a 10X to 1000, especially if long range is "for fun".

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It all depends on your preference, youll get lots of different opinions on this. Definitely don't drop $1000.00 on the vxIII you mentioned. I have a Remington vtr .308 for long range work as wekk as hunting ans have it topped with a 10x super sniper side focus....love it.

I'm going to vote for the Zeiss 4.5-14x44. It retails for around 800 with the standard reticle. Its a nice blend of magnification and FOV, and it's super clear, as are most Zeiss products. I have it on my 7mm Mag and it fits nicely. Not too long or too bulky.

I do have to say that I am not a fan of a large objective. The Zeiss is the largest at 44mm. My Nikon Monarch is 42mm and everything else I have is 40mm.

Cody
Fightin Texas Aggie c/o 04

Rabb, any decision yet?

I spent a lot of time yesterday reading up on the Vortex PST FFP. Seems like a really nice scope. It has more features than I need now, but maybe I'll learn to use them. Not sure I really need FFP as opposed to SFP, but may get it just to check it out. My only condern is that the crossharis may be too fine on lower powers, but the illumination seems to correct that issue.

Search the videos of the Z3 with the BRH reticle. Impressive stuff.

Shepard

Zeiss for me.