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Posted: 12/11/2005 11:06:51 PM EDT
ive been coyote hunting lately and ive been looking into getting a decent scope for my rifle.  im wondering what you guys recommend. maybe like a lower end leupold or nikon? in 3-9x
Link Posted: 12/12/2005 5:07:54 AM EDT
[#1]
I'd check the EE.  I picked up a leupy Varix-III 1.5x5 for dog hunting.  I like the lower settings for thick brush country.  Just a thought.

As they say, you only pay for quality once!
Link Posted: 12/12/2005 3:59:51 PM EDT
[#2]
I have been hooked on the Leupolds.  Their VXI scopes are a cheap way to get into one and the glass on them is pretty good.  Even the cheap once have a lifetime warranty and are made in the US.  For a lower power scope you may want to look at a 2-7X.  I am become a big fan of the 4.5-14X.  You have the 4.5X for close up and the 14X for hunting clear cuts or longer shots.  Where in WA are you?  I am near the WA/ID border.

IDHunt
Link Posted: 12/12/2005 5:12:18 PM EDT
[#3]
Link Posted: 12/12/2005 5:17:53 PM EDT
[#4]
A 3x9 is what I use when I go to AZ.  I wouldn't go with any more magmification than that.  When they come in the are often close.

Go Go Varmint is a good board for coyote hunting.   Unlike the majority of people here, those people actually shooting living things on a regular basis.
Link Posted: 12/12/2005 5:21:08 PM EDT
[#5]
i have a bushy 16in. m4 profile. and not more than $300. i already have a aimpoint so i kinda want some power
Link Posted: 12/13/2005 5:34:10 PM EDT
[#6]
Burris 3-9x 40mm is $200 and there's a promo that includes a spotting scope or binocs
Link Posted: 12/13/2005 9:36:23 PM EDT
[#7]
Mueller 4-16X50 with illuminated reticle is what I have on my varmint rig.  The higher power makes the longer shots easier and the ill. reticle is great for dusk/night.  Great scope for about $200.

Seydou
Link Posted: 12/14/2005 11:29:13 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 12/14/2005 11:52:52 AM EDT
[#9]
I second the recommendation for a burris 3-9. I have 3 of thier scopes. I also own very high end scopes costing 4-7 times as much and they compare favorably. I am always pleased when I look threw a burris and remember I didn't spend 1000+ on the thing.
Link Posted: 12/14/2005 1:21:57 PM EDT
[#10]
Leupolds are nice. You can get a new 3-9 for $200. I have yet to see anything comparable for that price. American made too!
Link Posted: 12/14/2005 1:32:19 PM EDT
[#11]

Quoted:
Leupolds are nice. You can get a new 3-9 for $200. I have yet to see anything comparable for that price. American made too!



Would these happen to be the Leupolds at Wal*Mart?

I noticed they had a 3x9 for $200 and marked down to $150 at our local Wally World.

WIZZO
Link Posted: 12/14/2005 1:53:39 PM EDT
[#12]
Nah, got one for $180 at a sporting goods store and two more at a gun shop for like $230. I averaged a little. Wally World probably has good deals though.
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