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7/16/2008 5:54:46 AM EDT
I'm a newbie to the M1a and just purchased my first one.

It came with a Springfield Mount and 6X40mm scope attached. The sights were set to a BSZ of 250 yds. and the Scope is zeroed at 200yds. It's a pretty good shooter with AE ammo.  2 moa groups with the scope last night at 200 yds.

The scope in question has a built in range finder/bullet drop comensator but did not come with a manual or instructions. I purchased the rig used.

Does anyone have any experience with this scope and can give me a few pointers?

Much appreciated.
7/16/2008 7:13:31 AM EDT
[#1]

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I'm a newbie to the M1a and just purchased my first one.

It came with a Springfield Mount and 6X40mm scope attached. The sights were set to a BSZ of 250 yds. and the Scope is zeroed at 200yds. It's a pretty good shooter with AE ammo.  2 moa groups with the scope last night at 200 yds.

The scope in question has a built in range finder/bullet drop comensator but did not come with a manual or instructions. I purchased the rig used.

Does anyone have any experience with this scope and can give me a few pointers?

Much appreciated.


I bet if you call or email Springfield, they would send you a manual.  

ETA:  not trying to be rude, I just don't have any personal experience with their scopes, but have heard great things about their customer service.
7/16/2008 7:43:11 AM EDT
[#2]
Good idea.

I checked their website hoping to download a manual but didn't see one.

Customer Service may be a good option.
7/16/2008 6:48:07 PM EDT
[#3]
IMHO their scopes are mediocre at best. They flex quite a bit plus the clarity leaves a lot to be desired. However, if your just plinking it should serve you purposes just fine.
7/16/2008 7:16:16 PM EDT
[#4]
Look here.

Link
7/17/2008 4:04:59 AM EDT
[#5]
Thanks Kamron!

Please take pity on a newbie to range finding scopes.

I printed this document out and read it. I understand how the scope works, in theory.

The way it is set up. Should the scope be zeroed in at 100 yds. since the scope is segmented from 200 to 700 yards?
7/17/2008 11:49:46 AM EDT
[#6]
The manual says to zero at 100 meters.
7/17/2008 7:03:01 PM EDT
[#7]

Quoted:
IMHO their scopes are mediocre at best. They flex quite a bit plus the clarity leaves a lot to be desired. However, if your just plinking it should serve you purposes just fine.


That's quite a bit different from everyone I've ever talked to that had them. Heard nothing but good about their optics and the clarity of the glass. I know mine is clear and stays true. Just how are you flexing these?
7/19/2008 7:50:11 AM EDT
[#8]

Quoted:

Quoted:
IMHO their scopes are mediocre at best. They flex quite a bit plus the clarity leaves a lot to be desired. However, if your just plinking it should serve you purposes just fine.


That's quite a bit different from everyone I've ever talked to that had them. Heard nothing but good about their optics and the clarity of the glass. I know mine is clear and stays true. Just how are you flexing these?


+1, while they aren't my first choice, the two I own have held up very well.  I have one 6x on a M1a and a 4-14x on an AR50.
7/19/2008 12:53:02 PM EDT
[#9]

Quoted:

Quoted:
IMHO their scopes are mediocre at best. They flex quite a bit plus the clarity leaves a lot to be desired. However, if your just plinking it should serve you purposes just fine.


That's quite a bit different from everyone I've ever talked to that had them. Heard nothing but good about their optics and the clarity of the glass. I know mine is clear and stays true. Just how are you flexing these?


I've heard about issues with the variables (reticle shooting loose, bubble level shooting loose etc) but the fixed 6x seems ok. I have the 6x and its been fine for years.
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