v8stang289
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I know the "which scope" thing is played out a lot here but I haven't seen much info on the 2 scopes I'm considering.
I'm shopping for a scope to go on a Rem 700 SPS Tactical in .223
Main uses will be paper and steel within 400 yds and possibly out to 600 yds one day. The budget is $600 firm
I currently have 2 options I'm considering.
#1 Leupold VX-2 6-18x40 with target turrets
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/178734/leupold-vx-2-target-rifle-scope-6-18x-40mm-adjustable-objective-fine-duplex-reticle-matte?cm_vc=wishList
#2 Vortex Viper HS tactical 5-15x44
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/18...us-1-10-mil-adjustments-mil-dot-reticle-matte
I realize I can get by with less magnification but I don't particularly want to.
I like the side focus on the Viper compared to the front focus on the Leupold. Also the Leupold is a 1" tube and will allow me to use the rings I already have vs. the 30mm on the Vortex will require me to get new rings. The Leupold has 56 MOA of adjustment compared to the 75 MOA on the Vortex, but with the vast majority of shots being inside 400 yds I don't believe that will factor in.
Both Manufacturers have an outstanding warranty and CS from what I understand.
I have a VX2 in 3-9x40 and I like it very much, which is why I'm considering the Leupold in this case.
Do any of you have experience with either of these scopes? Or is there any reason you would choose one over the other?
Or should I be looking at something else entirely?
Thanks in advance!
I'm shopping for a scope to go on a Rem 700 SPS Tactical in .223
Main uses will be paper and steel within 400 yds and possibly out to 600 yds one day. The budget is $600 firm
I currently have 2 options I'm considering.
#1 Leupold VX-2 6-18x40 with target turrets
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/178734/leupold-vx-2-target-rifle-scope-6-18x-40mm-adjustable-objective-fine-duplex-reticle-matte?cm_vc=wishList
#2 Vortex Viper HS tactical 5-15x44
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/18...us-1-10-mil-adjustments-mil-dot-reticle-matte
I realize I can get by with less magnification but I don't particularly want to.
I like the side focus on the Viper compared to the front focus on the Leupold. Also the Leupold is a 1" tube and will allow me to use the rings I already have vs. the 30mm on the Vortex will require me to get new rings. The Leupold has 56 MOA of adjustment compared to the 75 MOA on the Vortex, but with the vast majority of shots being inside 400 yds I don't believe that will factor in.
Both Manufacturers have an outstanding warranty and CS from what I understand.
I have a VX2 in 3-9x40 and I like it very much, which is why I'm considering the Leupold in this case.
Do any of you have experience with either of these scopes? Or is there any reason you would choose one over the other?
Or should I be looking at something else entirely?
Thanks in advance!