Trumpet Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 Ok, So I need an affordable scope for my SPR-ish/3-gun build (18" WOA barrel). I currently only have access to a 200 yard range. This will be primarily for casual target shooting with the possibility of shooting 3-gun (if I ever get the time, etc.). I'm limited to Amazon as I have a $200 gift card there. So, I figure add another $200 and I can get something pretty nice (yes I know "pretty nice" is all relative). I do want a 30mm tube though. So, I'm thinking..... Burris 4.5-14 MTAC Burris 1-4 MTACVortex Viper PST 1-4 Vortex Viper HS-T 4-16 Vortex HS 2.5-10x44 Weaver Super Slam 1.5-6 with illuminated Ger#4 retOther recommendations? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael1778 Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 I'm partial to the Vortex Viper PST 1-4x, of that group. In particular the version with the capped turrets, not the "tactical" ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatland Shooter Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 The Burris MTAC is well within your price range. Its a nice scope with excellent glass and a nice bright illumination. Do a little research on the forum and you will find many like this scope. Since you are limited to 200 yards, the doughnut rectical might be just right for what you need. In my case, the donut covered a little too much of the target at longer ranges. Up to 150 yards its a perfect 3 gun scope (again, just my opinion) but as soon as I needed to hit targets much beyond 200 yards a less busy rectical was needed. I picked up several Burris XTR 1-4 scope and I'm quite happy with them. Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shakman Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 +1 for the 1-4 MTAC. It'll do you nicely for your 200 yard range. I used one for my first year of 3-gun and it served me well out to 500 yards at our home range. I've since graduated to something a bit nicer, but I kept the MTAC since I liked it so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 If you only have a 200 yd range available and think you might shoot three gun sometime, I'd suggest not getting one of the higher powered ones as a 1X6 or the Weaver Super Slam would be all you would need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 If you only have a 200 yd range available and think you might shoot three gun sometime, I'd suggest not getting one of the higher powered ones as a 1X6 or the Weaver Super Slam would be all you would need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishsticks Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 I'm partial to the Vortex Viper PST 1-4x, of that group. In particular the version with the capped turrets, not the "tactical" ones. +1 Mine has been 100% reliable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trumpet Posted May 2, 2015 Author Share Posted May 2, 2015 (edited) Does the dot on the MTAC obscure too much of the target for "precision" work? Also how is the MTAC 1.5-6? How would it compare with the Weaver? Edited May 2, 2015 by Trumpet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blairmckenzie1 Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 anything Vortex. Good glass, good warranty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shakman Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 I had the 1.5-6 MTAC also for a little while, but sold it shortly after picking it up. The glass wasn't nearly as clear as the 1-4, and the 1.5 was just enough to throw me off a bit for close-in stuff. The 6x was nice, but the eye relief and the edge distortion ruined it for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naim Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 (edited) I've gotten to try a few scopes in the past couple of years. It took me a long time being on a small budget. I have found that the reticle makes a big difference. My preference is to a bdc style reticle or at least something that gives you more info than just crosshairs. Maybe something else to think about before making your purchase. With that said I have a viper pst 1-4. It's a great scope for the money. And you can't beat the warranty. Edited May 4, 2015 by naim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 Take a look at the Primary Arms 1X6. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
striped1 Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 there is a vortex 1-4 in the classifieds for 425 with mount and switchview. good deel. totally unafilliated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bagdrag Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 Burris MTAC 1-4, but isn't there an affordable Vortex 1-6 that is coming out "soon"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
attakmint Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 (edited) Burris MTAC 1-4, but isn't there an affordable Vortex 1-6 that is coming out "soon"? Vortex Strike Eagle? Edited May 4, 2015 by attakmint Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ropsitos Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Big fan of the mtac. Had one for about 2 seasons. Only thing I don't like is the reticle for is like 2.25 MOA, and it common at our home range to have 6" plates at 200. The dot pretty much covers the plate. Completely workable just maybe not ideal. Also not great for trying to shoot groups at 100 to check loads. I end up using the cross on the reticle with the cross on the target. The bdc is totally workable and I made good use of it at fnh making hit out to 400, even though my load doesn't match the bdc. Strelock is your friend and will help you know where to hold. I am also a big fan of the big outer ring for close stuff. I would like to get a 1-6x and move the mtac to the 9mm practice rifle but I haven't found anything in that mag with reticle features I really like Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiggenF15 Posted May 10, 2015 Share Posted May 10, 2015 (edited) +1 on the MTAC. I really like the horseshoe reticle for the short range 3 gun. I keep the rifle sighted at 100 yds so I can move the horseshoe up and use the hash marks for the longer range shots. Edited May 10, 2015 by BiggenF15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EDA Posted May 10, 2015 Share Posted May 10, 2015 +1 on the vortex viper pst Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trumpet Posted May 16, 2015 Author Share Posted May 16, 2015 Well, after assessing what I most likely going to do with the rifle, I went a different direction. I ended up with one of these.... http://www.natchezss.com/3-12x44-black-matte-illum.html At that price I couldn't afford to NOT get it (at least that's what I'm telling myself). Now....what affordable mount? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikelax73 Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 +1 for vortex. Good glass for less money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiggenF15 Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 Well, after assessing what I most likely going to do with the rifle, I went a different direction. I ended up with one of these.... http://www.natchezss.com/3-12x44-black-matte-illum.html At that price I couldn't afford to NOT get it (at least that's what I'm telling myself). Now....what affordable mount? Interesting choice, given your initial parameters. Are you going to use some kind of offset sights for short range targets? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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