Burris vs Leupold Scopes?

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gm223

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I want to add a long range scope to my .243, to use on Prairie Dogs at 300-600 yards and I would appreciate any thoughts or experience with one of the following:
Burris Black Diamond #200934 B.MilDot 6x24x50
or
Leupold VX-III 57185 V.Hunter 8x25x50

Any preference in reticles: MilDots or bullet drop vs. Fine Duplex?
 
Both of your choices are excellant as are both brands. I've owned both. Some years ago because I owned more rifles with Leupold scopes than with Burris, I decided to go with all one brand. Only because thats the kind of person I am.....So that every thing "feels" the same. Yes, maybe odd, but, this takes the blame off the product and places it squarely on me as to any poor shooting. Just my personal practice.
 
I have never owned a Burris,but do know that they are good scopes from shooting buddies that do.I have no complaints with Leupold as those scopes top all but one of my rifles.
 
I have owned both brands of these scopes. I can only state that when I looked through both scopes side by side the Burris had a brighter image, but you can't beat the Leupold warrenty. I would suggest that you look through both and pick the one that looks the brightest and clearest to you. I think that everyones eyes preceive the light and light transmission a little different.

On a personal note, I would choose an Elite series Bushnell, 3200 or 4200. I have a B&L 4200 6-24x40 on my 22-250. I have had no problems with it. It is bright and clear and I can see 22 cal. bullet holes in paper at 300yds with no problem. The turrents are finger adjustable and repeatable.

John K
 
I would also give the nod to Burris the ballistic mildot and ballistic plex are awesome for holdover reference. I've got an 8x32x44 signature and although it is long, it is a fine scope. I think most people are diehard Leupold fans and for good reason, but I feel like Burris and Bushnell are just as good if not better, especially for the money these days. As a matter of fact the quality of scopes in production today are for the most part good ones as long as you stay away from the low end models.
 
Leupold, I've used scopes from Tasco to Bushnell, and it's just my humble opinon, but by far, the best I've used is Leupold.... From my $1,200 Leupold Vari-X III Tactical 8.5-25x50 to my "cheapo" Leupold rifleman 3-9x40, they are top quality optics that I will recommend to anyone. Spend the extra money for the best.
 
Had seven Leupolds. Now have seven Burris. Burris warrenty is just one word "Forever". Why did I swap?. Because I shoot about 3000 rouds a year out to 1000 yards, And I won't them to hit where I am aiming. I also won't to see what I am aiming at. Now when I find something that can do that better than Burris, Thats what I will use.

Do a search you will learn a lot about Burris scopes.

Ronnie
 
I've been doing a lot of research into this area of shooting for a few years now. The new VH reticle by Leupold should be just fantasic for long-range VARMINT shooting, especially with the 10/20 mph. AVG. holdoff lines/dots. the one disadvantage i can foresee for the pr. dog shooter that wants to stretch it is that you only have about 44" of total drop (for the lower stadia line which will get you out to about 5-600 yds.
I have several Ballistic Plex reticles in Burris scopes and find them excellent for their application, but i also have a Ballistic Mil-Dot setup in a Signature 6-24X, and i believe this i one of the finest affordable trajectory compensating reticles available these days. With 6 reference marks below the main x-hair, i've found it to be excellent also for long-range varmints. If i were to go for a TCR again on a rifle, i'd probably opt again for the Ballistic Mil-Dot, as it incorporates the best of both worlds in one affordable package with the Mil-Dot system for windage/additional elevation, and lower reference marks for downrange zeros. One big advantage is that the BMD wil give you 101" of total drop which just might be a consideration when those 2 dogs sitting one behind the other on a hillside that're reflecting that late afternoon sunshine on a calm day you've ranged at 695 sit there thumbing their noses at you.
 
I have several of both Leupold abd Burris, Both are great scopes, but you will get twice the bang for your buck with Burris. There is only one thing I really hate about Leupold, is that you spend big bucks for a scope and you do not even get a cheap lens cover with it.
 
I had a burris once, and had problems with it. The AO kept "locking" up, and the cheesy daylite collector fell apart inside the scope. With that being said, I'd like to have a burris without the above two features and with a ballistic plex. Get a Leupold. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif
 
I have 2 burris black diamond scopes and, have had problems with the reticle turning, and have had a lens crack. I sent them back 3 times, for a changing point of impact (with posi-lock) and finaly got to the point I talked with the pres of burris, he told me that there was nothing wrong with my scope, even though it had been back 3 times and refused to do anything further with my scope. It is mounted atop a custom sendero 338rum, that will punch one hole with 200gr CT ballistic silvertip at 3400fps (no problem with gun)
however they still have the best reticle for elevation drop in a 22-250 or other flat shooting caliber. and still own both. maybe I got a string of lemons. so your guess is as good as mine
 


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