Cheap scope feasibility

[xsn10s]

Leupold discount is substantial. I think I can get it below $200.

Let me know what you find out. I could use my vet discount.

 

[Ken61]

A bit of wisdom I acquired over the years.
"Only a rich man can afford a cheap scope"
"Cry once"
If your vision is not really good, buy good optics--once.
IMUO

 

[Sako28]

I have a Winchester M255 22 mag. I bought a Bushnell 3.5-10×36 RF scope. $80 on Amazon. It actually is decent. Fit and finish along with glass are OK. Will work great for coyotes and skunks in the yard. The neighbors dogs too.....

 

[xsn10s]

Hmm last one. 10% military discount so about $180 plus shipping. https://www.primaryarms.com/primary...-scope-with-patented-cqb-acss-reticle-pac2-5x

 

[ButterBean]

A bit of wisdom I acquired over the years.
"Only a rich man can afford a cheap scope"
"Cry once"
If your vision is not really good, buy good optics--once.
IMUO

And here's the third contestant on I didn't read the Original Post

Does anyone have good experiences with cheap scopes? I was looking at the monstrum tactical 1-3 G3 scope. I just thought it was a cool little scope at $140, much like the Nikon P223 3X. Thinking about getting it for my brothers AR. Does anyone have any other scope recommendations < $200?

Also, I know the adage you get what you pay for. I have NF, Bushnell DMRs / LRHS, SWFA HDs so I know what I'm giving up. Just looking for a functional, beater scope.

 

[ButterBean]

look at the SWFA scopes. $299.00 for many of their fixed power. they usually have a big sale on Black Friday.
Turrets are good on these scopes. Glass for this price range is good.
Made in Japan by Light Optics Works.
https://www.swfa.com/swfa-ss-12x42-tactical-30mm-riflescope-3.html?___SID=U
Just how much 'beating' does the scope need to withstand?
The variable power scopes are more, but they are built to last.

And the 4th contestant on I didn't read the entire Original Post

Does anyone have good experiences with cheap scopes? I was looking at the monstrum tactical 1-3 G3 scope. I just thought it was a cool little scope at $140, much like the Nikon P223 3X. Thinking about getting it for my brothers AR. Does anyone have any other scope recommendations < $200?

Also, I know the adage you get what you pay for. I have NF, Bushnell DMRs / LRHS, SWFA HDs so I know what I'm giving up. Just looking for a functional, beater scope.

 

[basinman]

Black Hound Optics at blackhoundoptics.com. Use "basinman" as the discount code and save an additional 5% and get free shipping. Lifetime transferable warranty and lots of extras included. You won't be disappointed.

 

[jeb405]

I only read about half the replies but I did not see anyone mention a mount, usually needing some offset AR mounts are hard to find much under $100. Much easier on bolt guns to get away with cheap rings than on an AR. Mac at the Military Arms Channel has a code (watch a recent video) for Primary Arms and when you use it for a magnified optic purchase you get a free mount. Just if you are interested, not sure about limitations on the deal.

JB

 

[xsn10s]

I'm pretty sure that PA 2.5X Prism ACSS includes the mount. I've never handled one but my understanding is they're pretty tough.

 

[orkan]

I have a early Primary Arms 4-14 FFP I'd send you for free if you covered shipping.

 

[freddogs]

I've used a couple Sig Saur 3-9 scopes on a couple rifles and they worked fine. They were less than $150. They can not communicate with other devises but I don't need them to.

 

[Deleted member 48126]

I have a early Primary Arms 4-14 FFP I'd send you for free if you covered shipping.

Yeah that would be awesome! Thank you!!

 

[ButterBean]

I have a early Primary Arms 4-14 FFP I'd send you for free if you covered shipping.

My hat is off to you Good Sir

 

[LVJ76]

And the 4th contestant on I didn't read the entire Original Post

Does anyone have good experiences with cheap scopes? I was looking at the monstrum tactical 1-3 G3 scope. I just thought it was a cool little scope at $140, much like the Nikon P223 3X. Thinking about getting it for my brothers AR. Does anyone have any other scope recommendations < $200?

Also, I know the adage you get what you pay for. I have NF, Bushnell DMRs / LRHS, SWFA HDs so I know what I'm giving up. Just looking for a functional, beater scope.

And you are just getting started. In 4 pages of this thread and only four? That's not bad, however you do have about 50 more to go