picking up a b14 hmr in .308-

Its been a LONG time since I've done anything past 400 yards and would like to get back into the game up to about 1000 yards. What I'm looking for

Mrads
Usable but not overly busy reticle
Durable
Locking/capped/zerostop

I've got a lot of experience with Schmidt and bender 3-12 from back in the day. I'm still excellent at range estimation and calculating/applying Hold overs so I only need minimal help. There's a ton of good options on the market today. Can you guys steer me in the right direction?

U.S. Optics are solid.  Awesome quality glass.  Although I think the cheapest Foundation series comes in at $1999 (starting price) and has a wait time after ordering.

Under $2k - Vortex Razor gen2, Athlon Cronus, Bushnell Elite Tactical, Trijicon TenMile / Accupower, or Sig Tango6.

All are LOW Japan optics, track and hold zero well, mil/mil, FFP.  Pick which one you like the reticle and features of the most.

If it were me, I’d 110% go with a Razor gen2.

I definitely looked at those. From the pictures I don't like the reticle design- how is it real world?

I agree with the others...tough to get better then a razor 2 for the money spent...

I would look at the Leupold Mark 5.  Half the weight of the Razor.

Bushnell DMR 2 open box from cameraland ny ~$900

Bushnell XRS 2 ~$1600

Razor 2 4.5-27 ~$1800

All great options.

Nightforce NX8

If you shop around and wait for a deal you can get a lot of scope for $1500-$2k.  That price range is packed with options and usually closer to the $1500 side on the second hand market, and some being even less.  The Razor Gen 2, Bushnell XRS, Leupold MK5, Eotech VUDU, Steiner TXi, Razor AMG, and Burris XTR III.  Up that a few hundred more and you start getting into the Khales, ATACR, and maybe a good deal on a S&B price range.  

Check out all the reticles on the manufactures websites and see what you prefer.  The Christmas tree type reticles, or more hashmarks.

I would recommend the Leupold Mark 5 3.6-18×44, the Nightforce NX8 2.5-20×50, or the Burris XTR 3.  All 3 are excellent in the glass department, have capped windage, and zero stop. The turrets rank Leupold, Burris, then Nightforce. Leupold did something right with the mark 5 series when they designed the turrets. They all can be had in your price range and outrank the Vortex razor gen 2 in weight with ease. If you are interested, I am selling a Burris XTR 3 3.3-18×50 SR2 MIL reticle, new in box for $1500. It has a very usable and useful reticle. A 2 revolution turret which will get you to 1000 without losing yourself in the dials.  I sent a XTR 2 1-8 in for repair and they couldn't repair or replace it so they credited me its value to use one of their other products. I got the 1-8 for a steal of a deal so I don't have a lot of money into the XTR 3. Less than the asking price. The XTR 3 is still covered in plastic and just arrived today. Midway is asking $1750 for the exact model. Best of luck in your search. 👍

If by “back in the day” you mean military, then you need to start contacting optics companies or get on ExpertVoice.com and get professional discounts.  Leupold offers 45% off MSRP to qualified veterans and current MIL/LE.  Other companies like NightForce also do special pricing like that.  ExpertVoice has companies like Vortex, Steiner and Leica, and all three of those are premium companies that have tactical scopes in your price range through their site.  

I’d heavily push you towards, Vortex Razor Gen2, Bushnell Elite DMR or XRS, NightForce NX8, Steiner T5Xi or Leupold Mark5.  

Also, have you already bought the .308?  Was there a reason you went with that caliber versus a 6.5mm option?

Anyone have any feedback on the Trijicon Tenmile ? Looks like a strong competitor for the money.

I just picked up an Athlon Cronus BTR 4.5-29x56 with the APRS MIL reticle and am very pleased. Super clear glass for the money. I plan on spending some time behind it directly and will report back.

Does it have to be new? You can pick up some top tier scopes within that range used.