Bushnell Elite vs Burris Fullfield ll

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Do any of you guys have either or both of these scopes? I'm kicking tires now, but would like your opinions on the 3200 Elite 3x9x40 compared to the Fullfied ll with Ballistic Plex reticle.I will be using the scope for hunting coyotes primarily.Any and all help is welcome. Thanks in advance. HP
 
I have a 3200 elite 4x12x40 on my ar and I really like the scope....I would buy another....I also have a banner bushnell on my .17 and for a cheap scope it works real well.....go to the store and look through them and see what works for you......good luck.....stump
 
The 3200 optics are better than the Burris...
Burris Stands behind their product with a warranty that is the same as Leupold, even though the people in the customer service are anything but that.
You should also look at the Leupold VX-1 2.5-7 and 3-9, which is made in USA. The Fulfield is made off shore and I believe the 3200 is also made offshore.

Good Luck
Doug
 
I use the Elite 3200 3-9x40 on my AR setup for predator hunting. I've had nothing but good results using it. The optics are clear and the scope holds its settings. It's a very good scope for the money. MI VHNTR
 
I have a Burris Fullfield Ballistic Plex 3x-9x, its OK, but, I also have on another .223 a Leupold 3x-9x and the optics on it are much better than the Burris. The Leupold is the VX-III. I just ordered another rifle (Rem Model 7, .223; thanks to "Me" /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grinning-smiley-003.gif) and I am topping it with a fixed power (4x) Leupold. I would spend the extra few bucks and go with Leupold. You can't go wrong there.
 
greg223, you're going to really like the M7 223 for a calling rifle. It's a nice light, easy to carry predator rifle. Accurate too. I took my M7 223 and gave it a matte black DuraCoat finish for hunting/metal protection purposes. Congrats on your new rifle. MI VHNTR
 
i have both the bushnell seems to have the better optics.the burris is also a great scope if you go to the higher end like the euro the optics are just as good.we do a lot of shooting,these scopes don't move.the leupold is the one to avoid they have problems holding zero.
 
I've been shooting a Burris Fullfield II on my deer rifle for about a year and am happy with it. imo the optics are clear for the money. My scope has the electro dot reticle instead of the ballistic plex. To me, the b-plex looks too easy to pick up the wrong cross hair on a hurried shot. I tried the ill. b-plex...way too fuzzy for my middle aged eyes.

I like the illuminated reticle on my Mueller better than the Burris...more adjustment levels and easier to adjust. On the other hand, the Burris optics are a little more clear than the Mueller.
 
i have the full field and love it. mine is the 3-9 by 40. mine has the b blex. i have even used it night calling and worked great. by the way leopold and burris's glass come's from the same company. i would go the burris route.
 
Worst part about the burris is the magnification adjustment. If you use a scope cap the entire cap turns when you increase the scope power. With the Bushnell you turn a ring behind the eyepiece. Minor gripe, but it irritates me just the same. Other than that, I have no problem with the Burris.
 
I have both bushnell 3200 and ff2 burris. Both are 3-9x40. I think the bushy elite has better optics. My burris is the electro dot as well and I have no complaints with it, but I just think the elite gives a better sight picture. The ff2 gets some rough and tumble action and it has never moved poi. But then neither has my elite. My ff2 is USA made, whereas most fullfields are made in the Phillipines now. The elite series are made in Japan. Both imports, pick your country.
 
I own both and recently bought another Elite 3200. To me, the Elite optics are slightly better. I do like the Ballistic Plex for my .270 though. For other calibers that the BPlex isn't useful for, I'd go with the Elite for sure.
 
I have the exact two scopes you are considering and my vote goes strongly towards the 3200 Elite.

I do not have a good thing to say about the ballistic plex , though take that with a grain of salt. I like heavy "hairs" in my scopes.

I ordered the two scopes the same day, the Burris to get the "free" spotting scope, the Elite to get the "free" travel bag. The spotting scope is functional, the bag is awesome, if a bit too big.
 
I have the Elite 4200 in 2.5-10 x 40 and it is fantastic. Rugged, great resolution, and Rainguard is a God send that has saved more than two hunts. I put it on my 30.06 and am 100% pleased.

Also, put an Elite 3200 in 4-12 x 40 on my .204 Ruger-it's awesome also.

Rainguard rules! Even bought their Legend phase coated binos because they also have Rainguard.

Oh, by the way some models are available with the "Firefly" reticle.Never tried it but if you hunt in very low light conditions often it is worth a look.
 
My take has been that the eiltes are Bush's best glass and the fullfield is Burris's inexpensive to mid glass. With that said I would not ever put a simple 3-9 on any rifle I own. They will serve you fine, but I like the option of going with high X at closer range if the need be. At the range I can never get enough X. I like to stick with 14x or more, AO, and 50mm lenses. I also normally just go with a $100 scope for my coyote guns like a simmons.
 
I looked through my FFII 3-9x40 and my Elite 3200 3-9x40 and I prefer the glass on the Elite. And like Azhunter stated, Rainguard coating is PRICELESS! Two of my deer rifles have 3200s for that reason. And I have those Legend binocs too!!!
The FFII w/B-Plex reticle is great on my muzzleloader because I know exactly where it will hit out to 225yds with the different reticle subtensions.

Overall, I would buy another Elite before a Fullfield.
 


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