Looking at a new rifle, what to do for scope??

[Slopeshunter]

Hey everyone, so I've been thinking of picking up a Savage 12FV in .204 Ruger. Problem I'm having is what scope to put on it? I do not want to sink alot of money into the scope. This rifle will only be used for varmints and coyotes. Maybe at the top end I'm thinking of a Bushnell 3200 Elite 5-15X40, but truthfully that's really more than I'd like to spend ($390 up here).

Anybody have any recommendations of scopes I may want to look at in my price range for my applications??

I know that Tasco scopes are cheap, but have never used one. Maybe there's a reason why they're cheap.

Any input is appreciated.

 

[blygy]

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My buddy had the same gun with the same scope but he ended up swapping it out for a Ziess Conquest.

 

[britz]

I just purchased a Nikon Buckmaster 6-18 new on Ebay, but I dont' think I'm going to purchase another scope on ebay just because of the risk of getting screwed. Check out theopticzone who is a sponsor of the site. I think Highly of the Buckmaster for the money.

 

[Slopeshunter]

Thanks for the replys so far. Had never really considered looking at ebay, will have to look into it further.

Anyone have any opinion of Simmons scopes? I see that they make a 6-18 with mildot reticle??

Thanks again.

 

[Iron Worker]

Couple of words about Simmons

They Suck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Slopeshunter]

They Suck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tks Iron Worker!

 

[blygy]

The Savage package guns come with the simmons.. My buddy bought one and he had to buy a new one within 2 boxes of shells.. It was a 300 win but if they won't stand up to that I would think one good drop or bump might do them in to...

You might get away with them on a 204 but personally I stay away from the Simmons.

The Bushnell Legend maybe a better choice than a Simmons.

Bushnell Outdoor Products

 

[magicofmt]

I bought the package Savage with a Simmons in 223 cal. and it works great so far. 500 rounds and no problems. Not as clear as my Lupy's but 1/10 the cost. My 100 yds target finding a load it likes.

 

[mkg]

You might also want to look at Weaver scopes

Mike

 

[varmit1]

Slopeshunter

I had a 6X18 Simmons scope on a triple duce magnum. I had it leaning on a desk and it fell over. The 1 inch tube broke in between of the rings.The aluminum tube was oxidized and had air pockets in it. I sent this back to Simmons for repair or replacement due to the air pockets in the metal. Approxmately three months later they replaced it with a 3X9. Needless to say I have nothing made with the Simmons name on it.
varmit1

 

[dogdinger]

in all fairness...

i have to say i had a couple rifles with simmons scopes in the past and all worked well.....the glass was not as clear some scopes but they held zero very well.....my preference was the 4-12....

killed 12 coyotes this winter with a stevens mod#200 in 22-250 with a bushnell banner 3.5X10 scope...i think all the scope mfgs are making fairly good quality stuff these days.....not everyone can afford NF scopes...AJ

 

[Tyler Kemp]

If you can find a Simmons 6.5-20x Whitetail Classic they are generally pretty good. I have one I mount on whatever gun needs a scope at the time, took a bigtime fall during hunting and held zero and is fine internally although the outside has some big scratches and gouges. The crosshair may be thick for a 204, although there is one with a mildot reticle that might be better.

That all said, I would advise getting a higher dollar scope if you can afford it.