deye243 wrote:mine have I can no longer use my sons rifles without changing focus .
Bosbefok wrote:I hate batteries in anything. I think you need to replace batteries if you have an illuminated reticle? I would say that it is not that important.
sandgroperbill wrote:It depends on what you're hunting, where, from how far and with what.
A big bore for short range would be best served by a low magnification, something small used at range against small targets would benefit from higher magnification, etc.
A very common and popular all rounder is 3-9. If you're going to be hunting a lot in low light, then a larger objective may be useful.
Target work would be best served by a target scope, where as most hunters want something light and "set and forget".
Personally, my go to hunting rifles both wear 3-9, one 40 and the other 42.
Edit: I know you said you plan to hunt mostly during the day, but you'll likely find yourself hunting around dusk, perhaps even spotlighting, so include this in your considerations.
ursus wrote:If I may ask another one. Are scopes for daylight hunting different from those for the dark? I was under the impression that setting the spotlight on top of it is the only difference.
ursus wrote:Continuing with the stupid questions: what kind of magnification should I get for my first scope. I plan to hunt mostly during the day.
bladeracer wrote:ursus wrote:If I may ask another one. Are scopes for daylight hunting different from those for the dark? I was under the impression that setting the spotlight on top of it is the only difference.
Quality of the glass dictates how well it works in low light. Cheap Chinese stuff generally sucks in anything less than good daylight.
ursus wrote:After reading this thread I am leaning towards Leupold VX, Nikon Prostate or Vortex Diamondback. I will probably lean towards the bigger objective - over 40 mm, maybe even 50mm. These brands seem to have what I am thinking of for under $1000.
sandgroperbill wrote:ursus wrote:After reading this thread I am leaning towards Leupold VX, Nikon Prostate or Vortex Diamondback. I will probably lean towards the bigger objective - over 40 mm, maybe even 50mm. These brands seem to have what I am thinking of for under $1000.
Make sure you take a pair of latex gloves with you when you go to check the Nikon Prostate...
brett1868 wrote:I'm not a fan of illuminated reticles and as a rule I remove the batteries from the scopes so they don't corrode. For me it's just another thing to remember batteries for or to turn off. When spotlighting I have a HID light and have no problem seeing the cross hairs. Occasionally if the mood strikes I'll sit in the paddock corner and use a thermal sight which is very effective on pigs & giant bunnies.