Author Topic: Scope for .223 (Read 719 times)

Catahoula · « **on:** July 07, 2003, 07:44:05 AM »

I've got a new 13" .223 barrel on the way. What scope magnification are the 223 shooters using? Shots in my area are usually limited to 200 yds max. I'd prefer a fixed power scope. Any recomendations? I've got a 1.25-4 on my 30-30, like it a lot, but would like a little more power for the 223. Thanks.

jlk · « **Reply #1 on:** July 07, 2003, 09:21:18 AM »

I have a Burris 7x on mine and I love it.

JoeRobbins · « **Reply #2 on:** July 07, 2003, 01:17:27 PM »

Burris 3-12X A/O ballistic plex on T/C Super 14 SS.

I used this last weekend to make some 220 yard shots on PDs. Measured with a laser rangefinder. It was too windy to connect any longer.

Joe

opossum · « **Reply #3 on:** July 07, 2003, 02:50:44 PM »

I had a 4 power replaced it with a 2 x 7. The higher power is great for paper punching the lower for hunting.

Geno · « **Reply #4 on:** July 07, 2003, 03:53:12 PM »

Bushnell Trophy 2-7X is pretty hard to beat for the money, works great on mine

KYODE · « **Reply #5 on:** July 07, 2003, 04:32:01 PM »

and if you want to spend the money, the 3x12 burris is top notch. too bad they are so expensive, i love em.
i have a 4x12 simmons riflescope on my .223 barrel. but it's not for everyone. try it you may, or may not like it. i do fine with it so far for my use. i shoot blue dot powder with 40gr noslers,which eases the recoil a little. it doesn't whack my nose anymore

securitysix · « **Reply #6 on:** July 08, 2003, 04:49:41 AM »

I've got a 2.5-7x Simmons on mine. I only use mine for punching paper, though.

Catahoula · « **Reply #7 on:** July 08, 2003, 10:34:47 AM »

Thanks for the input. I'll probably end up with a 2-6X Bushnell. May consider a 7X Tasco Custom Shop. Have a chance to buy one at a pretty good price. Not sure though. Never been a big fan of Tasco products.

MF · « **Reply #8 on:** July 08, 2003, 03:12:58 PM »

Don't forget to look at a Weaver 2.5-8x! I've got two of 'em and am very happy with them. Clear, and they won't break the bank either. My .02 :grin:

fast*eddie · « **Reply #9 on:** July 09, 2003, 10:51:27 AM »

I have a 2 X 6 Bushnell on my 223 and 7-30 waters barrels. Both barrels are 14 inchers. The farthest I have shot a chuck is 180 yards using a fence post as a rest.