Best scope under $300

[Artyboy]

I've heard wonderful things about Russian scopes. Apparently they really know how to build em and the price isn't half bad. If they're price to quality with scopes is consistent with their ammo then I can believe that.

[newracer]

Check out Mueller scopes. I have an Eraticator on my CZ 527 in .204 Ruger and their new APV on a 10/22. Both are great.

www.muelleroptics.com

[Artyboy]

http://www.kalinkaoptics.com/ I've never used their stuff but some guys from other forums have recommended them.

[BadShot]

All I know is from the folks that I have spoken with over the years who rely on their optics in real world situations, mostly contractors and a few active snipers. The one thing that came out as a true-ism is that you should expect to pay about 2x what you paid for the rifle for glass. These guys are shooting $1500-4500 rifles and forking out $2500 or more for high end S&B optics or the likes. There are several mid range manufacturers.. Leupold, IOR and Night Force come to mind.

The point is, that the more you pay the better the optic will be, and it is very noticable. Going from my little Elite 3200 to the NightForce was like night and day. Much sharper imaging and finer adjustments. This isn't to say that for the more casual shooters that the Bushnell, Burris and lower end Leupold and Nikon optics aren't going to fit the bill. But just remember, Pay Once, Cry Once.

[michael_aos]

I'd have to agree.

I've been using a Nightforce for the last ~2yrs. Decided I'd try a Leupold for a little less $$$.

I'm spoiled. This thing sucks compared to the Nightforce.

Mike

[Delphi]

Ya i'm actually thinking about dishing out a grand or so for a Karl Zeiss.... thats what i figure too if i pay once for a good one, i'll never have to pay again. I guess i'll have to sleep on it for a while, and save up some cash.

[westy1970]

Leatherwood ART Scopes are great and under $300.00. The instructions suck, but the video is good.

[<MADDOG>]

Listen to the "you pay for what you get".

The higher $ scopes are that way for a reason, and as I'm sure RYAN50BMG sent you a Nightforce link, there is a reason why. Save your deniro and get a quality scope, and not one that HK clone will beat to death inside 50 rounds.

But to address your question, try the "Supersniper" 10X42 ($299.95) on www.swfa.com. I had a couple before I learned my lesson, and while no Zeiss, NF, or S&B, they didn't break and were repeatable.