Hunting Rifle Scopes
Using a rifle scope is a common situation these days and the rifle scope market is getting bigger and bigger that is why before choosing a rifle scope, the buyer must do a little research and find out which scope is the most suitable for his rifle. Rifle scopes are available in just about any configuration of power and size a hunter can imagine. The most common scope is the very popular 3x-9x with a 1” tube with varying sizes of the front objective lenses. Some of the scopes models have an adjustable objective also known as the AO which plays an important part in correcting for parallax at different ranges.
The reasons why people use scopes are many, one of them is that some older people can’t focus their eyes on the iron sights like they did when they were younger and using a scope will eliminate this inconvenient. Another reason would be that some hunting activities impose for a very efficient look at the game and the magnification advantages offered by scopes will help the hunter get a better look.
Choosing the proper scope can be a difficult thing to do but with a little documentation nothing is impossible. For just about all hunting situations, a 3x scope is plenty low even at a close 10 yard shot the hunter is able to see plenty of the critter in the scope lenses. Choosing a scope depends greatly on the hunting terrain and the distance from which the hunter will make the shot. A 9x scope is in most cases plenty high for zooming in on far game at decent ranges. Anything that is above 12x is totally unnecessary (at least in our opinion).
When choosing the right scope, a hunter must assess its needs and decide whether he needs the relatively low price of a scope or the flexibility of a variable-power scope which comes at a bigger price. Speaking of price, you literally get what you pay for, a less expensive scope won’t be very accurate and efficient even if you have a very expensive rifle and ammo, the reverse situation is also valid, even if you own a very expensive scope installed on a very cheap rifle you won’t get the desired results. A good scope is between 200$-250$ but this isn’t the limit because you can spend for a scope even thousands of dollars, totally unnecessary in our opinion because at the 250$ range you can get high quality scopes that will do the job right.
One of the most debated characteristics of a scope is the size of the objective or shortly put, the lens. The larger objective will gather more light thus creating a brighter view especially in a low-light environment. The larger the objective means, the higher the scope must be installed on the rifle and this will create a higher line of sight making the shooting position more awkward. The adjustable objective of a scope will allow better focus at a variety of ranges but requires serious adjustment depending on how far the distance is from you and the target.
All things considered, there is no such thing as the best scope because when choosing a scope a hunter must take into consideration many factors, like the rifle, ammo and many others. The trick is to find the most suitable scope for your gun and ammo that will do a good job for you (without spending your entire paycheck).
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We will now offer you some of the best scopes available on the market:
Leupold VX-7 Riflescope
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100 years as America’s optics authority has culminated in Leupold’s VX-7 rifle scopes with their new assisted lift and lock windage and elevation adjustments and fast-focus eyepiece. Power selector rings are matched to the ballistic aiming system to instantly select the magnification to custom match the reticle to the projectile. European-quality optics feature Intercoat/Balancecoat coatings and an ion-assist coating for ultimate light transmission, resolution and color fidelity. Rock-solid construction is enhanced with argon/krypton gas for thermal shock resistance and durability - ultimate waterproof/fogproof protection. One-piece aircraft-grade aluminum tube.
Euro Diamond Riflescope
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Feature over feature, stunning Euro Diamond Rifle Scopes deliver optical performance virtually identical to higher priced, ultra-premium scopes. Engineered with a proprietary light management system, precision-ground optical glass, Euro Diamonds provide a level of sharpness well beyond what the human eye can process. When matched head-to-head under real-world conditions - lousy light, bad weather - Euro Diamond scopes flat outperform high-end scopes costing hundreds of dollars more. Euro Diamonds get a boost in optical performance from proprietary, ultra-sharp, ultra-bright and glare-free HiLume multi-coating. It’s got all the proofs - waterproof, fogproof and shockproof. Factor in internal focusing, ergonomic adjustments, up to 4” of eye relief, a 4:1 magnification range, an expansive field-of-view and a streamlined lighted reticle system, and it’s clear Euro Diamonds have everything it takes to elevate your shooting to the next level.
Nikon Monarch EER Riflescope
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Nikon Monarch UCC RifleScope 2.5-8×28 EER is a super rifle scope for that every hunting need you 
might have. Nikon Monarch UCC Scope 2.5-8×28 EER has fully multicoated lenses for unsurpassed light transmission/contrast which have 95% light transmission. Nikon 2.5-8×28 EER Monarch UCC Rifle-Scope with Extended Eye Relief has One-piece main-body tube construction plus 1/4-minute click reticle hand turn adjustments. Monarch UCC Nikon 2.5-8×28-ERR (Extended Eye Relief Riflescope is a versatile Nikon rifle scope developed to satisfy the needs of the most demanding hunters, varminters and competitors. Ultra-rugged recoil-proof construction, combined with an ideal power range and Nikon’s legendary optics make it a highly desirable variable for the heaviest guns around, including scout rifles and other forward mounted applications.
Burris Fullfield II Riflescope
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Burris has taken the popular Fullfield scope to the next level with the introduction of the Fullfield II. This scope is even more forgiving for eye position and is shorter, lighter and even stronger than the original. The magnification ring and eyepiece have been made into one solid unit requiring only two seals rather than three. Changing magnification is as easy as turning the eyepiece. Like the originals, they have a one-piece main tube and eyepiece with the steel-on-steel adjustment system. The European-style diopter system is easy to use and requires no locking mechanism. Some models are available in the proven Ballistic Plex reticle, which is calibrated perfectly to short magnum cartridges.
Nikon ProStaff Waterproof Riflescopes
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Nikon Prostaff Scopes are serious optical instruments. Nikon optical system boosts light 
transmission up to an industry-shaking 90%. Nikon Prostaff 3-9×40 Riflescope is designed for centerfire rifle hunting of big game and varmints. Nikon 3-9×40mm ProStaff Rifle-Scope is available in matte black, silver and Team REALTREE camouflage. Nikon Pro-Staff Rifle Scope is 12.3 inches long and weighs 13.1 ounces, and is adjusted to be parallax free at 100 yards. At 100 yards this Nikon rifle scope has a field of view of 33.8 feet when set on 3x and 11.3 feet when set on 9x. This rifle scope is already at home on a record number of American big game rifles. Nikon 3-9 x 40 Pro Staff Waterproof Riflescope has what it takes to fit most hunting styles: enough power for the longest shots and a wide field of view for thick brush or timber. Hunt as hard as you want, you’ll not find a similar scope with as many features in this price range: extremely bright, high-resolution sight pictures, even when hunting in the least desirable conditions, precise, repeatable 1/4-MOA click reticule adjustments and generous, consistent eye relief.