[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Compact scope suggestions

Posted: 1/4/2010 9:18:30 AM EDT

I've ordered a Ruger Hawkeye Compact .308 rifle in stainless finish & laminated stock. I'm interested in getting a quality compact scope for it,preferably in a silver or stainless finish. These rifles are very short and compact so I don't want a scope that's longer than its 16.5" barrel.

I was thinking of a 2x7 or 3x9 power or something in that range. My budget is probably around the $200-600 range. Any suggestions?
Clint

Posted: 1/4/2010 9:47:45 AM EDT

[#1]

Depends on how compact you want to go. The Nikon Prostaff 3x9x40 is shorter than most 3-9 scopes. If you really want to go compact, you might consider a Weaver Classic V-Series 1x3x20. Only weighs 8.5 ounces. I'm planning on getting one and a pair of Warne QD rings for my Mini-14.

Posted: 1/4/2010 11:17:00 AM EDT

[#2]

What about a Nikon? Good glass for the $$$ IMHO. Don't discount a nice fixed 4x, either.

Posted: 1/4/2010 11:25:42 AM EDT

[#3]

Quoted:
The Nikon Prostaff 3x9x40 is shorter than most 3-9 scopes.

I love my Prostaffs. Great scopes for the money.

Posted: 1/6/2010 6:47:04 PM EDT

[#4]

How would a Leupold VX-3 compare to the Nikons?

Posted: 1/6/2010 9:00:39 PM EDT

[#5]

Quoted:
How would a Leupold VX-3 compare to the Nikons?

better than a nikon prostaff but too pricey IMHO. YMMV

i suggest a good bushnell or a trusty prostaff 3-9x40

Posted: 1/7/2010 8:40:02 AM EDT

[#6]

Quoted:

Quoted:
How would a Leupold VX-3 compare to the Nikons?

better than a nikon prostaff but too pricey IMHO. YMMV

i suggest a good bushnell or a trusty prostaff 3-9x40

I've got the Prostaff 3-9x40 on my deer rifle. Good scope.

Posted: 1/9/2010 1:41:57 PM EDT

[#7]

How would a compact pistol scope work on a rifle? Would the extra eye relief create a problem?
Clint

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