rdavidsonjr
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Several recommending the vortex viper I would like to hear how it compares on optic brightness and clarity compared with a Leupold vx 2&3. Also what type recticle are available?
Several recommending the vortex viper I would like to hear how it compares on optic brightness and clarity compared with a Leupold vx 2&3. Also what type recticle are available?
1Hobie said:1. Why are you trying to take game at up to 800yds? Are you positive you can make a clean kill at that range?
2. It doesn't matter how much you spend on a high end scope if you expect it to make any shot count. Do you already have long range experience in calculating wind drift, ambient temp. and a sundry of other variables?
silverstang23 said:I'm looking to get to 800 yards under $1,200. I'm thinking I want a 308. I'm mostly a sport shooter but want something to take hog and deer hunting with friends.
1Hobie said:Here's a ballistics chart that shows a 32 ft. drop at 800yds. using factory ammo. You will have to be able to hold over that much and most scopes don't have that much adj. available. http://gundata.org/ballistic-calculator/
Unlicensed Dremel said:Well, first off, I don't understand the "want something to take hunting .... with friends" part because no one hunts at 800 yards - no one with any ethics, that is, and almost no one period, youtube vids notwithstanding.
Unlicensed Dremel said:Chambering. You can do a lot, LOT better than .308. .308 win is fine of course, but many chambering choices are better past about 600: Take your pick: .260 rem, 6.5x55, 6.5-.284 norma, 7mm WSM, 7mm RSAUM, .280 rem, .280 rem AI, 6.5-'06, 7mm-08...even .270 Win beats the hell out of .308 win in drop and drift, all other things being equal (if you can achieve that, meaning equally accurate rifle build and ammo).
Can someone explain to me the difference on the viper scopes???
I mean I find viper pst 6.5-20 50mm scopes with a 30mm tube from $400 then go to a similar 6-24x50mm with a 30mm tube and be up to $750-$1000
http://www.opticsplanet.com/vortex-riflescopes-vpr-m-06fp.html
http://www.opticsplanet.com/vortex-viper-pst-6-24x50-rifle-scopes.html
http://www.opticsplanet.com/vortex-viper-hs-6-24x50-riflescope.html
What are the major differences to a newb on these three, are they both adjustable for elevation and windage on the fly, ie you can dope the scope for the shot?? Other differences??
The differences are first focal plane, target turrets, objective size, power range, and illuminated reticles.
Unlicensed Dremel said:all you need is a credit card and internet connection to dial up Midway USA(and patience til they're in stock), so I stick by my advice on chambering. Though .308 isn't terrible choice, of course.*