User Panel
User Panel
User Panel
|
Posted: 2/28/2017 10:40:57 PM EDT
I'm picking up a 455 to use as a trainer for my match rifle to be able to shoot more. What have you guys used on rimfire? My match rifle has a Bushnell XRS with the G2 tree reticle in it, I'd like something like that. I'd also like to stay around the $300 range if at all possible. Which leads me to the Athlon Midas BTR, Primary Arms ACSS R Grid, and Cabelas Covenant. It seems like the Athlon's are hit or miss, some love them and some say they are junk. Havent seen much on the other two.
Thoughts? |
|
|
|
USA
|
Posted: 2/28/2017 11:17:51 PM EDT
[Last Edit: SteelonSteel]
[#1]
Nightforce
Or US Optics (Grin. I put an old Tasco 6-24x on my surplus 40x and my 452 varmint has a Nikon 4-12x. ) |
|
|
USA
|
Posted: 2/28/2017 11:22:58 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Zardoz]
[#2]
I have a Vortex Diamondback HP 4-16x42mm on my .17hmr standard.
It allows me to see well enough to do this at 100yds with relative ease: 
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/1/2017 9:11:39 PM EDT
[#3]
That looks good. I'm thinking now of repurposing an SWFA 3-15 for the time being and see how it does.
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/7/2017 2:12:37 AM EDT
[#4]
I'm running an Athlon Argos, it's a bit over your budget at about 350 but probably within range.
I like the argos cause it focuses down as short as about 25 feet, which is awesome for a .22. My vortex wouldn't focus under 50 yards, so being able to focus down that close is nice for a scope that goes out that far too. |
|
|
|
WA, USA
|
Posted: 3/9/2017 12:26:48 AM EDT
[Last Edit: BLDTYLRY]
[#5]
Athlon Argos BTR 8-34x56 on both of my precision 22LR's. As stated above, being able to focus down to 15yds and out well past 300yds: the Argos is a great optic at an excellent value.
|
|
|
TX, USA
|
Posted: 3/13/2017 12:28:34 AM EDT
[#6]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BLDTYLRY:
Athlon Argos BTR 8-34x56 on both of my precision 22LR's. As stated above, being able to focus down to 15yds and out well past 300yds: the Argos is a great optic at an excellent value. https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8694/29437103775_29725fdcea_c.jpg Can you provide info on your tripod please? |
|
|
WA, USA
|
Posted: 3/14/2017 10:33:42 PM EDT
[#7]
Manfrotto MT055XPRO3 055 Tripod, Manfrotto 322RC2 Grip Action Joystick Head, and Shadow Tech Pig Saddle.
|
|
|
FL, USA
|
Posted: 3/18/2017 4:06:45 PM EDT
[#8]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BLDTYLRY:
Athlon Argos BTR 8-34x56 on both of my precision 22LR's. As stated above, being able to focus down to 15yds and out well past 300yds: the Argos is a great optic at an excellent value. https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8694/29437103775_29725fdcea_c.jpg |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/19/2017 12:16:20 PM EDT
[#9]
I have a Kahles K624i on mine to match my other rifles.
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/20/2017 7:21:15 PM EDT
[#10]
Is the Athlon usable at max magnification or does it lose a lot of clarity? I'm really thinking about getting the 6-24 version but I might be interested in going with higher power.
|
|
|
|
WA, USA
|
Posted: 4/9/2017 11:16:17 PM EDT
[#11]
25 moa DIP Picatinny Rail that slides over the top of the weaver
|
|
|
|
Posted: 4/13/2017 9:47:30 PM EDT
[#12]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TeeRex:
I have a Kahles K624i on mine to match my other rifles. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/222979/IMG-0210-161635.jpg |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/15/2017 7:14:22 AM EDT
[Last Edit: bravo5two]
[#13]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By crashburnrepeat:
I'm running an Athlon Argos, it's a bit over your budget at about 350 but probably within range. I like the argos cause it focuses down as short as about 25 feet, which is awesome for a .22. My vortex wouldn't focus under 50 yards, so being able to focus down that close is nice for a scope that goes out that far too. ETA - My CZ got a new chassis and Athlon scope 
|
|
|
|
AZ, USA
|
Posted: 5/21/2017 4:08:31 AM EDT
[#14]
Weaver T36.
|
|
|
PA, USA
|
Posted: 4/18/2018 1:40:52 PM EDT
[#15]
Weaver V-16 4x16 scope is what you are looking for. Japanese glass for just over 300
|
|
|
|
Posted: 4/30/2018 8:47:56 PM EDT
[#16]
I use a SWFA 10X on top of a DIP 20MOA rail. Works great out to 300.
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 6/14/2018 12:26:45 AM EDT
[#17]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Jolrit:
Weaver V-16 4x16 scope is what you are looking for. Japanese glass for just over 300 |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 6/14/2018 10:33:00 AM EDT
[#18]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bravo5two: Thanks for pointing out this scope and the super close parallax capability! Would be a good optic for my CZ 455. ETA - My CZ got a new chassis and Athlon scope
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y102/Bravo5two/IMG_6452_zpsluptd0zp.jpg |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 6/14/2018 11:28:56 AM EDT
[#19]
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 6/24/2018 3:11:25 PM EDT
[#20]
Originally Posted By HuntinBuddy80:
I'm picking up a 455 to use as a trainer for my match rifle to be able to shoot more. What have you guys used on rimfire? My match rifle has a Bushnell XRS with the G2 tree reticle in it, I'd like something like that. I'd also like to stay around the $300 range if at all possible. Which leads me to the Athlon Midas BTR, Primary Arms ACSS R Grid, and Cabelas Covenant. It seems like the Athlon's are hit or miss, some love them and some say they are junk. Havent seen much on the other two. Thoughts? 
I went Athlon Midas, good deal can be dad. track well, glass is very good, love the reticle. the turrets are a little soft, but the glass quality and price make up for it. Left my 32X Mueller for the Midas. |
|
|
|
Win a FREE Membership!
Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. One new winner* is announced every week!
You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers.
AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types.
From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm.
Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more.
Copyright © 1996-2024 AR15.COM LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited.
AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own.
Attached File