Running yote optic..
- Thread starter bigbuck28
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Check out the Burris Tac30 1-4. It is the best low power variable that I have used (compared to Vortex PST, Leupold VXR, Leupold VX3i,Leupold VX6).
It can be used with both eyes open like a red dot but then gives you 4x magnification for calling or ID that a RDS won't.
I've posted previously that I thought the VXR 1.25-4 would be a better choice, but after using both side by side, I can't tell a quality difference in resolution day or night, the Burris has a bigger tube by 4mm, the heavy circle reticle is fast, and it can be used at night without the illumination if you're using a light. The Burris also has some BDC drops in the reticle.
Plus it's around $200 cheaper than the other options.
The VX6 is better quality, but unless it's a duty rifle, not worth the extra $600-$800 in my case for a short range hunting gun.
It can be used with both eyes open like a red dot but then gives you 4x magnification for calling or ID that a RDS won't.
I've posted previously that I thought the VXR 1.25-4 would be a better choice, but after using both side by side, I can't tell a quality difference in resolution day or night, the Burris has a bigger tube by 4mm, the heavy circle reticle is fast, and it can be used at night without the illumination if you're using a light. The Burris also has some BDC drops in the reticle.
Plus it's around $200 cheaper than the other options.
The VX6 is better quality, but unless it's a duty rifle, not worth the extra $600-$800 in my case for a short range hunting gun.
mbaysinger89
Active member
Sounds like from 0-50 a shotgun is needed along with the 204 and you'd probably be gtg.
AWS
Custom Accessory Maker & Retired PM Staff
I'd go with one of the 1-4 variables. I use them on my combo guns and on 1x with both eyes open they even work for flying birds.
16ga x 16ga/6.5x58R Leupold 1-4x20mm scope
5.6x52R/12ga
Alpen Optics makes a great 1-6x24 with either an illuminated dot or w/o a very nice reticle for fast shooting, much like a Geran #4with a dot in the center. I've been shooting there 1.5-6x24mm(discontinued) with the same reticle but the objective bell is too large to mount low on the combo guns. This straight tube 1-6x24mm looks like it might be my next purchase.
http://alpenoptics.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Store_Code=alpen&Screen=PROD&Product_Code=4065
Alpen Reticles
http://alpenoptics.com/RScope-apex-reticles.html
16ga x 16ga/6.5x58R Leupold 1-4x20mm scope
5.6x52R/12ga
Alpen Optics makes a great 1-6x24 with either an illuminated dot or w/o a very nice reticle for fast shooting, much like a Geran #4with a dot in the center. I've been shooting there 1.5-6x24mm(discontinued) with the same reticle but the objective bell is too large to mount low on the combo guns. This straight tube 1-6x24mm looks like it might be my next purchase.
http://alpenoptics.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Store_Code=alpen&Screen=PROD&Product_Code=4065
Alpen Reticles
http://alpenoptics.com/RScope-apex-reticles.html
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TripleDeuce660
Active member
I have a 1.5-5x20 vx3. Have made some great shots on running dogs and jacks.
crowslayer17
Member
I shoot running coyotes all the time under 100 yards and have never felt over powered with my Bushnell 2.5 x 10 4200. Wide open country here so usually set around 3x.
450 Dakota
Member
I really like the Leupold dot for running shots. Just put that dot out in front and pull the trigger, kind of like shooting birds with a shotgun. You can get it in the VX 2 2-7 and 3-9 or have the reticle changed by the custom shop. $75 ish.
gary paugh
New member
I run a nikon 1.5X6X42 on my 6.8, great scope.