You guys are killing me.
What don't you understand about the original post? The man asked "What scope do you like in the $1300 range for 700-1000yd target bench-rest work and possibly some hunting?" Why is that such a hard question? Here is my answer: the Nightforce and Leupold scopes that I have handled in this price range were very impressive. I don't think you can go wrong with either one. I am currently waiting on delivery of a NXS 3.5-15x56 with NP-1R reticle that will be used on a long-range target/varmint rifle. Prairie dogs get real hard to see at long distances - especially on hot days. IMHO, good glass is the best place to spend your budget if you are serious about long-range shooting. Those of you knocking the original poster's budget - have you done any shooting at the ranges he's talking about? It's not easy, and it's certainly not like shots on deer at 100 yds. Your average hunting scope will not get you to 1000 yards. The Burris Fullfield II is a fine scope for the money - my dad has one on a .22-250 and I've shot it quite a bit. That said, I don't think it's quite up to the task of a 1000yd shot. I don't even think it's up to the task of a 400yd shot. Coyote at 200 yards? No problem, but thats not what he was asking, now was it?
Erud
What don't you understand about the original post? The man asked "What scope do you like in the $1300 range for 700-1000yd target bench-rest work and possibly some hunting?" Why is that such a hard question? Here is my answer: the Nightforce and Leupold scopes that I have handled in this price range were very impressive. I don't think you can go wrong with either one. I am currently waiting on delivery of a NXS 3.5-15x56 with NP-1R reticle that will be used on a long-range target/varmint rifle. Prairie dogs get real hard to see at long distances - especially on hot days. IMHO, good glass is the best place to spend your budget if you are serious about long-range shooting. Those of you knocking the original poster's budget - have you done any shooting at the ranges he's talking about? It's not easy, and it's certainly not like shots on deer at 100 yds. Your average hunting scope will not get you to 1000 yards. The Burris Fullfield II is a fine scope for the money - my dad has one on a .22-250 and I've shot it quite a bit. That said, I don't think it's quite up to the task of a 1000yd shot. I don't even think it's up to the task of a 400yd shot. Coyote at 200 yards? No problem, but thats not what he was asking, now was it?
Erud