So I have a "sporterized" .30-40 Krag rifle. Pretty much no collectable value because it's not in original condition, but it's still alot of fun to shoot, and I might consider hunting with it (haven't been hunting since 2009 but in case I go again this might be a good rifle to take).
It's currently wearing a modern Bushnell 3-9X40 scope with a matte finish. This scope works fine but it doesn't look like it "fits" the gun. I know looks aren't that important but for some reason this just bothers me. I feel like a vintage gun should have a vintage looking scope, probably something with a glossy finish too.
I don't know much about older scopes. I'd like to find one on ebay or someplace similar that will have the right look/feel for this rifle, but also be functional. It doesn't have to be anything too fancy, I doubt I'll ever shoot this rifle much past 200 yards, but I do want something solid/reliable. I'm just not sure where to start. I'm hoping you guys have some suggestions as to what to look for, what to avoid, etc. I'm hoping for an older but functional scope, but would also be ok with a new scope that has a vintage look.
Thanks in advance
It's currently wearing a modern Bushnell 3-9X40 scope with a matte finish. This scope works fine but it doesn't look like it "fits" the gun. I know looks aren't that important but for some reason this just bothers me. I feel like a vintage gun should have a vintage looking scope, probably something with a glossy finish too.
I don't know much about older scopes. I'd like to find one on ebay or someplace similar that will have the right look/feel for this rifle, but also be functional. It doesn't have to be anything too fancy, I doubt I'll ever shoot this rifle much past 200 yards, but I do want something solid/reliable. I'm just not sure where to start. I'm hoping you guys have some suggestions as to what to look for, what to avoid, etc. I'm hoping for an older but functional scope, but would also be ok with a new scope that has a vintage look.
Thanks in advance