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    Modillo is offline 4-Pointer
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    Default optics

    hey my simmons 3x9x32 on my 7mm rem mag savage model 110 has finally worn out and i was wanting some help with finding a new wide angle scope(any thing bigger than 32 mm) that has better light pick up qualtiy. another simons would be fine but i was wanting son=mething differnt if ya know what i mean. the simons i have now i had to sight bore sight back in and now i aimed a particuler target and i hit way left. and then i notined that my scope is not in the condition it used to be. any sugestion on an afordale scope.
    modillo
    ps i just may have iron sight put on it lol i know i can hit thing with that

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    Default Re: optics

    It depends, what do you consider to be affordable? Do you want to stay under $200, $300, or ?

    For just over $100 you can get a Simmons 3-9x42 Whitetail Expedition. This is Simmons top of the line scope. SWFA Sample List

    For just under $200 you can get the Burris Fullfield II 3-9x40 with free 20x spotter.

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    Default Re: optics

    I really like Nikon optics. I have a Nikon ProStaff 3-9X40 on my .22 Mag and it is an awesome scope. It's about $150. Double that ($300) and you can get a Nikon Monarch.

    In my opinion, because of personal experience, optics are one thing you CAN'T go cheap on. I've already busted one scope on my .30-06 which was a cheap Simmons. I've had two pairs of 10X42 Simmons and Tasco binoculars go junk on my, because they were cheap. Get good, quality optics and you'll be happy in the long run, with optics that hold up well.

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    Default Re: optics

    Another option might be the Sightron SII. I have been reading great things about these scopes and was considering putting one on my 30-06.

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    robk is offline 10-Pointer
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    Default Re: optics

    i have a nikon buckmaster 3x9x40 which has 88%light transmission and i have also been looking at the bushnell brand as well since i have been using their yardage pro 500 for about 5 years and never had a problem with it. i am also looking for a new or newer scope for my blackpowder after this season. the one i have now is just not clear enough for me
    rob k

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