Scope options for 300-1000 yard target shooting?

[Danny Treacy]

Hi,

I’m looking for a good scope for use on a .308. Not for stalking, only target use.

I know there are lots of newish brands that are now offering very good optics such as Vortex, Delta, Sightron, Athlon etc so looking for some recommendations please.

This could be used for PRS shooting at some point so it would need to be in FFP and have mils and be good enough to have accurate repeatable tracking.

I’m looking to spend around a grand and happy to buy second hand if that gets me more glass for my money.

Thanks all.

Danny.

 

[Dalua]

'Scope? For Target-rifle?

 

[Dr. Strangelove]

@suburban bushwacker has a very nice Delta Stryker HD for sale, it’s MRAD and FFP, and is the 4.5-30x56 model.

 

[Eric the Red]

The Arken 7-35 is exceptional value for what it provides - and well within your budget. I remain of the opinion that buying better glass secondhand (at the same money) is the way forward, but the gap is definitely closing.
I'd recommend something like an IOR Recon as a S/H option. Rare, but worth every penny.

 

[nun_hunter]

@suburban bushwacker has a very nice Delta Stryker HD for sale, it’s MRAD and FFP, and is the 4.5-30x56 model.

I have the same scope and it is definitely capable for the OPs needs. It also functions well in low light and works really well with a rear add on NV so very versatile all round.

 

[Bowland blades]

'Scope? For Target-rifle?

FOR A RIFLE for target shooting . TR is just one of many events within target shooting like FTR ( which i suspect might now have more more interest now ?)

 

[Bowland blades]

Leopold , S&Bender , Nightforce have always been popular in FTR and tactical events

 

[Danny Treacy]

The Arken 7-35 is exceptional value for what it provides - and well within your budget. I remain of the opinion that buying better glass secondhand (at the same money) is the way forward, but the gap is definitely closing.
I'd recommend something like an IOR Recon as a S/H option. Rare, but worth every penny.

I read that the Arken gen ii has a very unforgiving eye box, so I’m leaning more towards the Delta.

 

[purdeydog]

Pm2. Love mine. Had it 12 years now. Never missed a beat.

 

[Tarquin]

IOR

 

[Dalua]

... like FTR ( which i suspect might now have more more interest now ?)

Not from me it doesn't! It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that Swing...
Mk4

 

[sy247]

I've got an IOR which I rate highly. Its SFP and MOA but they do options that meet your requirements. When I change it I will make sure I get a scope with 1/8 MOA clicks instead of the 1/4 MOA I have at the moment. Not sure how that translates to mils but something to keep in mind.

Nightforce seem to be a popular option at the more wallet friendly end of F-Class.

 

[welshwarrior]

Not from me it doesn't! It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that Swing...
Mk4

Nice ping incase the recoil didn’t tell you you fired the round

 

[disco_ike]

Vortex 5-25x56 either Venom or PST will do you fine for those distances.

 

[Nocturnal Kiwi]

DNT 7-35. Has better PRS reticle than the Arken

 

[Stalker-of-the-deer]

There's an ior on Ebay at the monent that looks an absolute steal tbh.

I've got a crusader on one of my rifles and its phenomenal

 

[jcampbellsmith]

Try this link and put in your criteria.

https://www.opticswarehouse.co.uk/optics/optical-sights/rifle-scopes

They don't do every brand, to see Kahles you will need to look elsewhere. At your price point I like the Vortex Strike Eagle, but there are a lot of good budget scopes around now, so take your time and see what is available around £500 - £600.

Best regards

JCS

 

[Danny Treacy]

There's an ior on Ebay at the monent that looks an absolute steal tbh.

I've got a crusader on one of my rifles and its phenomenal

Do you have a link for this one? I couldn’t find it. Thanks

 

[rocketdogbert]

I’ve personally shot a Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25x56 FFP out to 1000 yds with .308.

Very capable scope, used for about £550.

You don’t need ultra clear glass of a NightForce or S&B if you’re only shooting in good light, target shooting

 

[Stalker-of-the-deer]

Do you have a link for this one? I couldn’t find it. Thanks

Looks like it sold last night!