Jaegermeister
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I'm getting a new muzzleloader this spring once the Winchester APEX comes out. I need to scope it on a budget so I've narrowed my choices down to a Tasco World Class 3-9 40mm or a Bushnell Banner in the same specs in matte black. They seem to be in the same price range.
I'll also look at some 2-7 power in that range as well.
Which would be the better choice? I know Bushnell recently purchased Tasco. Before you bash Tasco, I have a World Class 1.5 to 5x on my Remington 870 Wingmaster with a Hastings Paradox cantilever barrel. It is a great scope that has stood up to severe pounding from slugs -- lots of slugs.
I also have a cheap Bushnell Sharpshooter on my Ruger 77/22 that is 15 years old and still going, even after being dropped on the scope. I was going to upgrade it once it died, but it keeps on ticking.
Based on my experience, both Tasco and Bushnell are looking good. Tascos being stocked at Natches and others again.
I have a Simmons on my H&R Ultra Varmint that is a 6 to 18x. It was more than $125 but it is not that bright. I'd rather not go the Simmons route.
Any other options?
I posted this in rifles because you folks should have a good working knowledge of optics.
Thanks
I'll also look at some 2-7 power in that range as well.
Which would be the better choice? I know Bushnell recently purchased Tasco. Before you bash Tasco, I have a World Class 1.5 to 5x on my Remington 870 Wingmaster with a Hastings Paradox cantilever barrel. It is a great scope that has stood up to severe pounding from slugs -- lots of slugs.
I also have a cheap Bushnell Sharpshooter on my Ruger 77/22 that is 15 years old and still going, even after being dropped on the scope. I was going to upgrade it once it died, but it keeps on ticking.
Based on my experience, both Tasco and Bushnell are looking good. Tascos being stocked at Natches and others again.
I have a Simmons on my H&R Ultra Varmint that is a 6 to 18x. It was more than $125 but it is not that bright. I'd rather not go the Simmons route.
Any other options?
I posted this in rifles because you folks should have a good working knowledge of optics.
Thanks