I am in the market for a spotting scope. Will shoot out to 600 yds.
Obviously, I'll want to see holes in the target out to as far as possible, but I don't really expect to be able to see holes in the paper out to 600, 500, or maybe even 400 yards. I would expect to spot holes out to 100, 200, 300 yards - is this a reasonable expectation?
Also, what kind of scope can I get for a moderate amount of $. I definitely can't afford a Leica or some other scope that costs an inordinate amount of $. Definitely can't get one that costs even $600 or $500 or $400. Am I gonna be able to get a good "mid-range" scope for $300 or so? (am not expecting a Swarovski or Leupold either).
If so, what do you recommend. I'm interested in the usual - clarity, resolution, brightness, and of course - magnification. 45 degree canted eyepiece would also be nice -
Problem is that there are tons of scopes out there in mail order catalogs and on websites, but it ain't the same as being able to touch, feel, and see the scope first hand before making a buying decision.