Best 500yds scope.$400 and under

[I6turbo]

On another site there was a NIB Weaver 36X Target Scope for $385 shipped. They usually sell for some over $400. I almost bought it because that scope comes highly recommended among long distance shooters. But, I dilly-dallied too long and someone else jumped on it. When you see target pics along with the gun that shot the group (Cooper) it's always with a Weaver 36X scope. These are highly coveted scopes and well worth the money. SWFA has them on occasion and the prices are good. Saw a used one for $320 recently. Let us know what you buy.

Sniper66, you're still in luck -- even better luck. Until Midnight tonight you can get the T-36 with a Sunshade for just under $300 delivered. As you no doubt know, that's a great deal, super rare to see it that low.
https://www.natchezss.com/weaver-cl...pe-with-sunshade-36x40mm-ao-3-3-09-matte.html

You can also get the excellent (discontinued) Grand Slam 4-16x44 for a bargain right now too.

 

[cdb1]

Honestly, I'd just as soon have a 3-9X40 Burris FF-II priced at $200 as anything else priced $400 or less. I don't see anything significantly better until you get over $500. And that includes the $300-$400 Leupolds.

I very much like the Fullfield II but I do see noticeably better through the $300-$400 Leupold’s.

I also had a 2-7x35 Fullfield II on a Marlin 336 for several years and it didn’t seem inferior in any way to the 3-9x40 that was on my 30-06.

 

[Peakbagger46]

Thanx for the replies everyone. Some really good options given.

I really like this one but gonna check out the Diamondback Tactical, SWFA and Athlon scopes too.

Be carful about the lower end Vortex stuff. I had a diamondback and the optics were kind of terrible, even at the price point.

 

[BigBob1]

Another vote for the Super Sniper from SWFA. Also, check their used list while on the site, maybe deals there that fit your need.

Yes I have a few SWFA scopes they are built to last. The Fixed 10x or 12x are probably the best bang for the dollar and they are clearer than the variable power models.

Athlons are decent for the money too.

 

[CptnAwesome]

Depending on how much recoil you are planning on, one of these might work. Decent glass, mil-dot reticle, 30mm tube, on sale for $299.99. Only drawback is short eye relief. Works great on my Stag Model 6.
https://www.sportsmans.com/hunting/optics/scopes/rifle-scopes/vortex-viper-rifle-scopes/p/p12654

Decided to go with the this one. Vortex Viper 6.5-20X44. Always wanted a Viper and couldn't pass on the price with no tax and free shipping. Every other website I checked was selling them for $400+. Looked through one at Cabelas and was very happy with it. Did notice the shorter eye relief though. Should be in in a few days

 

[I6turbo]

Decided to go with the this one. Vortex Viper 6.5-20X44. Always wanted a Viper and couldn't pass on the price with no tax and free shipping. Every other website I checked was selling them for $400+. Looked through one at Cabelas and was very happy with it. Did notice the shorter eye relief though. Should be in in a few days

I currently have that scope on my 527 Varmint. To my eye it's a nice scope, pleasant to the eye to sight through, and a good value at the price you paid. It was my first side-focus scope and I've found that I'm a fan of the side focus vs. A/O, would be happy if all of my scopes were side focus.

 

[Walkalong]

Another Viper 6.5-20x44 on a varmint rig. Bought the fine cross hair dot when they were closing them out. Very nice for the sale price.

 

[CptnAwesome]

Ready to go! Medium rings are a little higher than I like so in I'm switchito low. I'm happy with it. Glass is bright and clear.