Try or sell? HELP!

[WSMDRT]

I just aquired a brand new Leupold VX-3 2.5-8x32 Duplex Pistol scope....

I have a Rear Grip Rem 700 chassis pistol that will be in 7mm-08(just dropped off barrel for muzzle brake install). I have done all testing with rifle scopes to this point.

I have not shot this pistol with a brake or any other pistol like it with a brake. I know specialty pistol guys tend to like rifle scopes. Do I even give this a try or sell as new and get equal value rifle scope for this project?

I realize this could be preference thing and I may never know until I try it. I have other barrels I could try scope on but none with muzzle brake until 7mm gets back to me. Or do I wait to try with braked 7mm-08. I use burris signature rings with inserts which are great at not leaving scope marks but I also would not sell as new never mounted if I took to the range and tried it to see if I like pistol scopes.

 

[Orange Dust]

I personally think it is easier to "Get on" a target with a pistol scope and both eyes open, but it also may be less precise than using a rifle scope. You on your own with this one buddy. You will have to endure the pain yourself to decide what's best for you.

 

[WSMDRT]

I don't like the idea of not being able to easily dial...but that is totally a rifle crutch. It is quality glass...which is my biggest reservation.

 

[Orange Dust]

Is this a toy or are you planning to actually hunt with the thing?

 

[WSMDRT]

Only hunt planned for now is a hog hunt, off bipod, likely within 100 yards. Other than that see how far I can ring some steel.

 

[Orange Dust]

I think you will like the pistol scope better hunting. However, in this case I have a 50% chance of being wrong so take it with a bunch of salt.

 

[Wedgy]

Maybe @Ernie will chime in I have pistol scopes on mine but don't shoot past 200 yards.

 

[FEENIX]

Maybe @Ernie will chime in I have pistol scopes on mine but don't shoot past 200 yards.

Yep, he's the man!

 

[WSMDRT]

Yeah that's where I have ended up with rifles...there is no do it all. Sacrifices must be made somewhere.

 

[Ernie]

I can get on target with hunting with a rifle scope way faster than I can with a LER/pistol scope.
Since you have a muzzle brake, you will be able to almost see a full field of view, which will be way more than a full FOV with any pistol scope.
Your glass, reticle, turrets will be better, and more more internal adjustment than a pistol scope.
Nothing wrong with trying that pistol scope though, if you want.
Since you have already done your testing to this point without a brake, just imagine a 50-70% reduction in felt recoil...You are going to love it.
What bullet do you plan on shooting the most?

 

[Ernie]

The reason more people are moving to riflescopes on specialty handguns, is because of the limits that handgun scopes inherently possess compared to riflescopes.
A long eye relief handgun scope of all makes have:
Limited field of view at higher magnifications
Critical sight picture at higher magnifications
Not enough internal adjustment for long-range shooting
Lower quality level of optics compared to what is available in rifle-scopes
Fewer reticle options than rifle-scopes
Poor target turret systems
Not enough magnification for precision shooting at long ranges
No variable powered scopes with the reticle in the First Focal Plane

 

[WSMDRT]

Thanks ernie I'll think I'll post it here for sale or trade and see what i get....barrel at Smith.... chassis going for hydro.... new pics to come... when its all back together.

You guys have been great with info and wisdom charting these waters.

 

[Ernie]

What brake are you getting?
Which rifle scope are you using or are you going to use?

 

[WSMDRT]

Just posted the leupold...we'll see if trades come available.

3 port self timing from Hanks Precision
Hank's 3 Port Self-Timing
I went with this because of small diameter barrel(factory barrel .640@14") and .865 OD brake.

I think rifle scope in the 3-15, 4.5-14, or 4-20 range. Exposed turrets make me feel good but a good set of capped target turrets work too.

Wish i could spare one of my Sightron SIIIs but i don't think the project is at that level yet.

Anything entry level you'd recommend?
My rifle scopes now include sightron SIIIs s-tac, vortex hst order 6.5-20 viper, burris xtr ii burris signature hd, and some old bushnell tacticals. If the right trade come along i could move things down to free up something decent.