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Offline HappyHunter

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Need scope recommendation for AR-15
« on: October 27, 2003, 01:53:32 AM »
I need a scope recommendation for a Bushmaster Varminter.

This is a flat top AR-15.

I was thinking approx. 4-16 power.

Any suggestions will be helpful, I am new to ar-15.

Can't break the bank but do not want junk either.

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Need scope recommendation for AR-15
« Reply #1 on: October 29, 2003, 08:42:12 AM »
HappyHunter,
Nothing tricky about scoping a flattop! I think you can find what your're looking for in the $300 price range from Bushnell, AO and the whole nine yards! Tasco and Simmons have fine scopes in this price range as well.
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« Reply #2 on: December 25, 2003, 04:53:34 PM »
Savage,

Went with a Bushnell Elite 4200, 4 x 16- 40mm with AO.  Very nice scope, hope to be mounting it on my new Varminter withing a week.  Thanks for your reply.  

I found the deal thru my local gun club for a total of $320 with shipping.

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« Reply #3 on: February 04, 2004, 04:45:44 AM »
You may be suprised, but the best deal in optics is BSA. Very clear, sharp image. I have a 6X24X40 on a 6.5 swede. I paid $109.00 for it new. It also has AO.

Granted it's too much scope for an ar15 but BSA makes good optics.

I am personally going to get a 4X20 scope for my Bushy. It comes with the handle mount for $40.00.  I can't remember the brand name right now.

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« Reply #4 on: February 04, 2004, 12:08:40 PM »
pasquot,

I have seen the BSA (I think it is  called the platnium?) It is a great scope...but you are correct I feel it is too much for the AR-15.   I have had great results with my Bushnell and do recommend it to others.

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