Thread: new scope on a modest (low) budget

Originally Posted by Micky Duck

loopy all the way.......even if you decide to upgrade to flasherer model later on the loopy will still be there and still be reliable forever and a day. they do all I will ever need a scope to do and lets face it .a scope is just a fast way to aim precisely......if you normally shoot less than 300 yards you really dont need all the expensive bells and whistles.

Got it in one.

Optic clarity is the NOT only important thing. VX-1 are certainly not the best to look through but they ARE rugged, they DO hold zero and adjust where you tell them and the warranty is GOOD. Don't plan on buying too many scopes over your lifetime. Even if you do get a top of the range one in years to come that VX-1 will still be there on your spare rifle, ready to go on the .22, lend to a mate when he needs one. Nikon are essentially the worlds best camera lens manufacturer with excellent "glass" but their pedigree has yet to be proven for hunting telescopic sights.

VX-3 is a bit better and if you can get one for $400, great.

Don't forget good rings. I'd rather spend less on a Redfield 3-9 and get good Leupold, Weaver or Burris rings than have a new VX-3 in Alluminium gun shop specials.