30-30 scope suggestions

[qajaq59]

Weaver K or Nikon Prostaff fixed 4x, or a Bushnell Banner 1.5-4x32mm.

I'd say any of them would do fine.

 

[Sweden]

Dr. I am looking to spend ~250 for similar project, what you got in mind?

 

[Nicodemus38]

for a fixed power scope, get a wide angle view made for 30-30 used to be a line called "golden antler', works good out to 120-150 depending on what load im shooting.
however a variable power would be nicer at dusk like conditions.

 

[seniordep2010]

Get a Tasco 3-9x40 for an inexpensive deer scope, I've got one on my Marlin 30as 30-30 with a side eject that I will be taking whitetail deer hunting in the morning. It's no more than $50 at wal-mart but hey, it sure does its job.

 

[lefteyedom]

I use a Williams Foolproof receiver sight on my 35 Remington Marlin 336. It never fogs up and works like a dream,

 

[Cocked & Locked]

I use a Williams Foolproof receiver sight on my 35 Remington Marlin 336. It never fogs up and works like a dream,

How does it do just about 5 minutes before dark when a nice buck walks out at about 70-100 yards? I have rifles with receiver sights too...my sights get lost in the dark then, as does the deer.

For me, receiver sights are fine during the daylight hours, but dusk and dawn gimmie the scope.

So for serious hunting, I prefer these sights






instead of these sights

 

[CajunBass]

A few months ago I ordered a couple of Simmons "8 Pointer" scopes from Natchez Shooters Supply. 3x9x40. They were $19.95. I figured "What do I have to lose?" I ordered two to make the shipping worthwhile.

I was surprised when I got them. They seem to be as good as any scope I've ever owned anyway. I admit I've never owned a really good scope, so I'm under no illusions that "They're just as good as your......(insert top of the line scope brand here). But they're not bad for $19.95.

I put one on my 336W that I'll be using this year. Rifle sighted in just fine. Yes, it's more magnification than a 30/30 needs, I'd actually rather have a 1.5x4, but I had this, so I'll use it and see how it does. Nothing says I have to turn it up higher than 3 or 4.

http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=SN800722&src=tpCtg

I expect it to do what I want it to.

 

[qajaq59]

For that kind of money you could use them one season and toss 'em out.

 

[AKElroy]

You can't beat a 4x Nikon Prostaff.

I like the scope, but isn't it paralax adjusted for a .22lr? It sells with 3/4" weaver dovetails---

 

[RyanScalf]

Well I have a Redfeild 2X7 scope on mine.
they're pretty old though, 70's?
but they go for like 100 bucks on ebay in pretty much perfect condition.
I absolutely love mine. You can see through it even at night.
great scope.

 

[Art Eatman]

I'll just sorta casually note that 3X is plenty good for Bambi at 350 yards, since that's where my 3x9 was set when I shot. And 4X doesn't really have enough field of view at ten feet--which was a real bummer.

The big advantage of a scope over irons is at first light and last light. It keeps you from shooting stump deer and cactus deer--and people deer.

 

[millertyme]

I have Weaver K4 atop mine. plenty accurate out to 100 yards. Especially with the new Hornady LeveRevolutions

 

[T.R.]

My Glenfield 30-30 has a Simmons 2X - 7X scope. Its named Pro Hunter and was purchased a few years ago. This is a tough scope that has endured hunts in sub-zero weather. Simmons bought Redfield a few years ago. Meade Instruments is the parent company. Affordable quality and durability best describes Simmons scopes.

30-30 with new 160 grain Hornady LeverRevolution Ammo is very close to 300 Savage with 180 grain ammo. In other words, 225 yard shots can be taken with a good steady rest. I prefer to crank my scope to highest power on long shots. But typical hunts I leave it on 4X.

30-30 is a KEEPER!

Good hunting to you.
TR

 

[Daniel B]

I have a Leupold Scout Scope on my .30-30. I initially setup this rifle for hog hunting. However I think the 1895G I recently purchased will take that role.



I have yet to get this setup out in the field to try it on warm targets. But for fast shots at close range 50yds. If you throw it on a hard rest, sand bags, or prone at 100yds you can still group pretty tight groups.

Balance is still pretty good with the scout setup.

 

[Fred Fuller]

Most folks seem to me to use too much glass on most rifles. I like a 2.5X in fixed power for a .30-30, or a low powered variable in 1-4X or 1.5-4.5X. The lower powered scopes have wider fields of view, and you aren't likely to 'lose' a deer in the scope at really close range.

Another advantage of the straight tube scopes to me is they mount lower on the rifle.

JMHO, YMMV,

lpl

 

[tomt]

A 30-30 is in the near future, what about a Holographic Red Dot Sight?

 

[countertop]

IMO a 30-30 doesn't need a scope because it's not accurate beyond iron site distance.

I guess you have perfect vision. Not all of us do. frankly, I can drill thumb tacks all day with a scope on my Marlin 336, but without it I couldn't hit the side of a barn.

I have an old 4x Weaver that I got off of ebay for $30. Its worked very well for me for about 5 years.

 

[Zeke/PA]

On my Grandson's Marlin 336 resides a 4X Nikon Prostaff that has served him well in the deer woods for a couple of years now.
Relatively inexpensive, ($125.00) and very good quality, it holds zero and the optics are excellent.
For the 336, mounts and rings can be had for around $20.00.

 

[Dr. Tad Hussein Winslow]

I am looking to spend ~250 for similar project, what you got in mind?

Sweden, glad you asked.

This one:

http://www.nikonhunting.com/riflescopes-omega-omega-muzzleloader-165-5x36.html

http://www.google.com/products?q=ni...esult_group&ct=title&resnum=5&ved=0CCQQrQQwBA

PM me with questions - have two of these and love them. The "Slugmaster" is the same scope except with a little shorter parallax-free setting - for the .30-30, you'd want the Omega over the Slugmaster for a longer setting.

 

[countertop]

Here's a cheap 2.5x Weaver on Ebay for $26

 

[Yellowtail3]

I've just put a Nikon 2-7x32mm on my 336, replacing a Bushnell 1.75-4x32 Trophy. The Nikon is brighter, but... i'm not sure I really like it better than the Bushnell.

 

[scythefwd]

Yellowtail3, if you decide to get rid of that bushy, it is one I have been looking at and I might make you a reasonable counter offer on it (you first have to decide to get rid of it and secondly need to set a price )

 

[Yellowtail3]

Yellowtail3, if you decide to get rid of that bushy, it is one I have been looking at and I might make you a reasonable counter offer on it (you first have to decide to get rid of it and secondly need to set a price )

thanks, mr. scythefwd... but I've got the Bushnell on my muzzleloader now, so I think I'll hang onto it. Killed two deer with the muzzleloader last week. I'm no longer a fan of iron sights, esp. at dawn/dusk (prime time!)

I've had that Bushnell for about... six years, and have been very happy with it. I recommend one. I think they're about a hundred bucks at Dicks, or thereabouts.

 

[scythefwd]

Yellowtail3, let me know how it holds up. That is the exact same application I am looking at it for

 

[Yellowtail3]

I can tell you right now - the Bushnell is fine for a muzzleloader. I had it on a CVA .50 for four years before I bought the Marlin.