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10/8/2011 5:15:45 PM EDT
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Just bought a Blaser R8.
I got the .338 Win Mag and the Zeiss Conquest 3.5-10X44.

I am also ordering a .308 barrel and need to get a scope for it.
Id like to get a nice scope for it, I will use the .308 more than the .338.
I am open to a S&B, Leica, Nightforce etc.

Id really like a lit reticle.  

Any advice or suggestions?  

Perhaps 2.5-10X42?  Even lower magnification would work as this is not
going to be used for distance, Ill have the .338 for that.  Most likely a 30 mm tube...

Whats out there for a quality scope, lit reticle and not weighing a zillion pounds?
10/8/2011 5:26:50 PM EDT
[#1]
Have you looked at a Leupold VX-R?
10/8/2011 5:37:03 PM EDT
[#2]
Many threads dealing with scopes.



Here is one. http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_10_23/648082_Ok__so_I__ve_got_the_gun__now_I_need_scope_advice___.html

May help.



I have a Nikon Buckmasters BDC on the way ( They have a rebate going where get a new digital camera) (Look at Cabelas for info).



I am a cheap, and I run Simmons, Bushnells, and some Nikons. Most of my shots are under 200yds.

I have a Simmons scope that is 20+ years, and has never lost zero from when I sighted in 20 years ago. It is mounted on a 30-06, so not the same recoil you will have with the 338.



Definitely a quality set of rings is a must.
10/8/2011 5:38:02 PM EDT
[#3]
The  Leupold VX-R has potential but I just feel for the same money
as a Leupold or a little more you can get a MUCH nicer piece of glass.
I have a couple Leupold scopes and while they have never let me down they
have never blown me away either.....

I would go for Leupold before Trijicon though....

I just looked at the Leica Magnus and have to say that has SERIOUS potential!
10/10/2011 11:17:25 AM EDT
[#4]
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Contacted Leica and for some reason
the Magnus is not being sold in the US or Canada....

I don't know if I should try to get one shipped from overseas
or get a S&B or perhaps a Nightforce.

I really want a lit reticle and just feel for a little more than a Leupold, Zeiss
etc I can get a much better piece of glass...