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Posted: 5/1/2022 8:16:54 AM EDT
Shooting a custom 700 .308, currently has a very old NF 5.5x22x56. Mil-Dot reticle with MOA adjustments and second focal plane. Lately I've been using the rifle for the occasional PRS-style shoots from 100 - 625 yards. I'm thinking about switching to a FFP mil/mil scope that be more conducive to using holdovers. That said, I'm not sure I want to spend 2500+ on a Razor HD or similar. The rifle itself is pretty well-used and has 18" barrel, so not an ideal PRS set-up to begin with. I was thinking about a Vortex PST GenII, but I'm not sure if I'll be disappointed going from NF to PST. Any suggestions on a scope for this application? The one I'm considering:
https://www.eurooptic.com/Vortex-Viper-PST-Gen-II-5-25x50-EBR-7C-MRAD-FFP-Riflescope-PST-5259.aspx |
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Posted: 5/1/2022 8:30:26 AM EDT
Originally Posted By Mike92GT: Shooting a custom 700 .308, currently has a very old NF 5.5x22x56. Mil-Dot reticle with MOA adjustments and second focal plane. Lately I've been using the rifle for the occasional PRS-style shoots from 100 - 625 yards. I'm thinking about switching to a FFP mil/mil scope that be more conducive to using holdovers. That said, I'm not sure I want to spend 2500+ on a Razor HD or similar. The rifle itself is pretty well-used and has 18" barrel, so not an ideal PRS set-up to begin with. I was thinking about a Vortex PST GenII, but I'm not sure if I'll be disappointed going from NF to PST. Any suggestions on a scope for this application? The one I'm considering: https://www.eurooptic.com/Vortex-Viper-PST-Gen-II-5-25x50-EBR-7C-MRAD-FFP-Riflescope-PST-5259.aspx I have had good luck with a Bushnell Elite Tactical DMR and a Athlon Kronos. Both track repeatably and optics are good enough. Got each for $1,000 used, as in mounted and thats about it. Look for a used last gen Vortex Razor. |
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Posted: 5/1/2022 8:37:31 AM EDT
Thanks. This Razor is a bit more affordable, but still about 800 more than the PST I linked. I think this is an older model?
https://www.eurooptic.com/Vortex-Razor-Gen-II-3-18x50-EBR-7C-MRAD-Riflescope-RZR-31805.aspx |
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Posted: 5/1/2022 8:48:32 AM EDT
Originally Posted By Mike92GT: Shooting a custom 700 .308, currently has a very old NF 5.5x22x56. Mil-Dot reticle with MOA adjustments and second focal plane. Lately I've been using the rifle for the occasional PRS-style shoots from 100 - 625 yards. I'm thinking about switching to a FFP mil/mil scope that be more conducive to using holdovers. That said, I'm not sure I want to spend 2500+ on a Razor HD or similar. The rifle itself is pretty well-used and has 18" barrel, so not an ideal PRS set-up to begin with. I was thinking about a Vortex PST GenII, but I'm not sure if I'll be disappointed going from NF to PST. Any suggestions on a scope for this application? The one I'm considering: https://www.eurooptic.com/Vortex-Viper-PST-Gen-II-5-25x50-EBR-7C-MRAD-FFP-Riflescope-PST-5259.aspx First, what do you want to spend? No use recommending anything until we know your limit. That PST would work but other options from Athlon, Burris, Bushnell and even buying used is a good option. |
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Posted: 5/1/2022 9:55:33 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Mike92GT]
Good question. I hadn't really set a budget for this. I'm perfectly fine spending money on a nice scope, I'm just not sure it's worth it to spend a ton on this particular rifle since it's older and not ideally set up for PRS type shooting. Probably try and stay around 1500. I'll most likely sell the old NF, which should offset it some.
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Posted: 5/1/2022 9:56:35 AM EDT
I’d go with a used a Bushnell DMR II.
I have several of them and the Gen II Razor you linked to. After having both even if they were the same price I’d go with the DMR II. I don’t really notice much difference in the glass and I HATE the zero stop reset on the Razor. |
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Posted: 5/1/2022 8:09:21 PM EDT
Quote History Originally Posted By Mike92GT: Good question. I hadn't really set a budget for this. I perfectly fine spending money on a nice scope, I'm just not sure it's worth it to spend a ton on this particular rifle since it's older and not ideally set up for PRS type shooting. Probably try and stay around 1500. I'll most likely sell the old NF, which should offset it some. Under $1500 is a good place. I would be looking for used Bushnells or Razor IIs. You can find the 4.5-27s for that now. The Burris XRII can be found under that new. Just get a scope with a good Christmas tree reticle for holds, FFP is a must, good knobs with a zero stop and a locking windgae is nice. Look here and also over at Snipers Hide in the PX for deals. |
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Posted: 5/2/2022 11:50:46 AM EDT
I get a bit of a discount on this one and can get it for 1500. Any reason not to pick it up at that price? It seems to be what I'm looking for. A little less magnification than my current 22x NF, but 18x should be enough for me I think. My local range goes out to 625 max.
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Mike92GT: Thanks. This Razor is a bit more affordable, but still about 800 more than the PST I linked. I think this is an older model? https://www.eurooptic.com/Vortex-Razor-Gen-II-3-18x50-EBR-7C-MRAD-Riflescope-RZR-31805.aspx |
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Posted: 5/2/2022 4:21:49 PM EDT
Quote History Originally Posted By Mike92GT: I get a bit of a discount on this one and can get it for 1500. Any reason not to pick it up at that price? It seems to be what I'm looking for. A little less magnification than my current 22x NF, but 18x should be enough for me I think. My local range goes out to 625 max. Yeah 18x is enough for PRS matches but you can find the 3-18x used for about $200 less than that price usually. Just something to think about. Look at Snipers Hide for some good used deals. |
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Posted: 6/4/2022 8:51:34 PM EDT
athlon midas tac 5x25.
About 800 retail, and about 85-90% the scope my nightforce ATACR is. Crazy good scope for the money |
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Posted: 6/5/2022 11:33:31 AM EDT
I ended up going with the Razor HD 3-18x50 with Seekins 1" height rings and a throw lever. Haven't shot it yet but I really like the set up thus far. Of course the scope went on sale for $250 less a week later, but such is life.
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Posted: 6/5/2022 11:37:22 AM EDT
That NF really has a mil reticle with MOA adjustments?
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Posted: 6/5/2022 11:45:50 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Millennial]
You can find used Razor HD Gen II used for $1300-1600 if you look patiently enough. They’re tough and have awesome warranties so you shouldn’t about buying a good condition used one. If you only want to shop at retailers, you can get the Razor HD GenII 18x at $1699 and the 4.5-27x for $1799, and that’s with no coupons or anything.
ARFcom EE Snipershide r/gunaccessoriesforsale I got a Razor HD Gen II 4.5-27x from eurooptic last week for $1272 before tax/ship... |
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Posted: 6/5/2022 11:53:26 AM EDT
Yes, it's a very old NF from 2002. I don't think FFP and Mil adjustments had really caught on by then.
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By raverill: That NF really has a mil reticle with MOA adjustments? |
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Posted: 6/6/2022 10:22:23 AM EDT
Strike Eagle 5-25 is a great value and has all the modern functionality to get going.
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