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chrisroth

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I just bought a new rem model 7 this spring and shooting 52 gr mhpt. in it. It shoots great but I have problem seeing the fine cross hair in my simmions scope I have on it now.
I want to purchase a new lepould scope in 4.5 x 14 power. I like the looks of the heavy duplex cross hair I can get with tthis scope.
Will the heavy duplex hurt me shooting groundhogs or crows . Most shots should only be within 300 yrs. Would like input on anyone else using this cross hair or their thoughts on it.
Thanks so much for anyones time.
Chris Roth
 
I think you would be okay with the regular cross hairs on that scope out to 300, but I have the fine ones on mine. It helps me on those longer prairie dog shots. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif MP
 
I have duplex in mine and would hate to have it any thicker.Maybe for large animals heavy would be okay.The 50mm lets alot of light in but down side mounts higher.
 
Standard duplex will do just fine, I have that same setup on two of my rigs and they work great out to 300 yards or more.
 
I'd go with the standard duplex reticle. The heavy duplex might be too thick and can block out too much of the target especially on small game and target shooting. My opinion /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif Wishbone
 
Might look at the specs in the Leupold catalogue. I shoot a 3.5-10 with heavy Duplex a lot. On ten-power, the center crosshairs are .6" at 100 yards (1.2" at 200, 1.8" at 300, etc). This is plenty fine for my use.

When the power is cranked down, the crosshairs are exceptionally visible in low light and for thicket use.

I love the heavy duplex on coyotes. For prairie dogs, I prefer the fine duplex.

When it comes to deer, elk, antelope, moose and the Afrikan beasties I prey upon, the Leupold Heavy Duplex is the only choice - period.

Steve
 
For the targets you are talking about, I would opt for the standard duplex. The heavier ones tend to cover up too much of the target at long range for me therefore not affording pin-point accuracy of shot placment. I have worked with many optics in the past where the heavy crosshairs nearly cover up a small target at long range. I would rather go with the one that affords best of both worlds than have a one sided system. Another one I like is the ones available in the illuminated reticle Leupold optics. This system is a good choice as it offers both day and night use if needed.
 
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I have 3 Tasco TS scopes (Two 24X, one 6-24X) with fine crosshairs and 1/8-inch dot. LOVE "EM!!!

Combo of fine crosshairs and small dot is best of both worlds. Food for thought.
 
I have several Leupold`s in 3 x 9. All have 1 has fine cross hairs and 1 has heavy duplex, the rest have the standard duplex. I would be happier if all had the standard duplex. I would recomand the standard duplex.
 
chrisroth: For small targets like you list I find the fine crosshair and leupold target dot to be of help in regard to target size.I find with p-dogs that the fine crosshair and leupold target dot a advantage over the standard or heavy plex. On the Leupold VX-II 6x18x40 A.O. the fine crosshair covers .1" inch @ 18x@ 100 yards.The dot covers .2"inches@ 18x and 100 yards.I understand three size dots are available .0017,.0024 and .0030.This information came from a request from premierreticles .com I needed info for the above Leupold VX-II and they sent me the subtension value for the scope I ordered from my local gun shop. Hope this helps you with your thoughts about a scope. Michael
 
I will agree with with Wishbone on having the standard duplex, I have had Leupold scopes for over 30 years now and have used the "fine" "standard" and "heavy", the fine works good with a lot of light and target shooting, the "standard" works real good in very low light and the "heavy" is good for getting your eye to the center of the reticles quickly.
Just have to try them all and decide for yourself.
 
I will agree with with Wishbone on having the standard duplex, I have had Leupold scopes for over 30 years now and have used the "fine" "standard" and "heavy", the fine works good with a lot of light and target shooting, the "standard" works real good in very low light and the "heavy" is good for getting your eye to the center of the reticles quickly.
Just have to try them all and decide for yourself.
 
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