Author Topic: What Scope for a .223 Contender??? (Read 811 times)

Lawful Larry · « **on:** July 29, 2004, 06:35:43 AM »

I want to get a .223 Rem. barrel for my Contender, but don't know which power scope to put on it. I am thinking of maybe a 3 or 4 to 12 power, but am not sure. What do you guys use for you varmint .223 Rem. set-up? Also what brands did you favor?

Your inputs will be greatly appreciated. :wink:

Thanks,
Lawful Larry

grodon of the north · « **Reply #1 on:** July 29, 2004, 07:36:26 AM »

Hi Larry,
I put a Burris 3x9x40 w/ Ballistic-Plex reticle on my 223 carbine and couldn't be happier. :-D With a fairly mild handload and a 100 yd zero it's nearly dead on at 200 and 300 yds. using the respective ticks. (on 9x) Just like advertised :-) An added bonus is that with 22 LR chamber adapter impact is right on @ 50 yd. using the 300 yd. tick. (on 3x, changing magnification changes point of impact :? ) Makes the caliber adapter more useful as I can shoot .223 or 22 lr without any scope adj.
I know this is the Handgun forum but I believe burris makes handgun scopes w/ the B-Plex reticle also. Good shooting, G.

xphunter · « **Reply #2 on:** July 29, 2004, 10:15:52 AM »

I would go with the Burris 3-12 LER w/Bal Plex.

Bob C · « **Reply #3 on:** July 29, 2004, 10:20:15 AM »

Mine is a 14" .222, and is set up for similar purposes as you describe. I have a 7X Burris, and really like the whole arrangement, barrel and scope.

Bullseye · « **Reply #4 on:** July 29, 2004, 11:32:02 AM »

I have a 2.5-7x T/C on mine and it is powerful enough for me.

Keith L · « **Reply #5 on:** July 29, 2004, 12:01:19 PM »

Mine is a .222 also and the 2.5-7 TC works great. I have never seen a 3-12 pistol scope in the flesh, and wonder how hard it is to get the target in the scope. Hard enough with the 2.5-7. Sometimes I have to back away from the scope a couple of times before I get things lined up well.

xphunter · « **Reply #6 on:** July 30, 2004, 02:22:42 AM »

Larry,
I guess the question I should have asked is what distances and what kind of varmints do you intend to use this barrel for?

Lawful Larry · « **Reply #7 on:** July 30, 2004, 08:17:23 AM »

Thanks for all the responses to my question. As to the purpose of the set-up, it will be for ground hogs. We have an abundance of whistle pigs in our neighborhood. The ranges will be in the 100 to 200 yards.

I am not sure if they have the 3-12 range in a handgun scope, but thought that would be a good range to operate in. The 3-9 would sound good. Especially if it is a Burris with a ballistic plex reticle. But if Burris has one like Xphunter stated, I may go with that set up.

I also plan on getting an extended forend with a Harris bipod. That should give me plenty of control with the higher power scopes. :wink:

LL

KYODE · « **Reply #8 on:** July 30, 2004, 08:37:13 AM »

yep burris has the 3x12, and i reckon they quit makin the 3x9 model. they are super nice, imo!
something you could try, before layin down the cash.......a riflescope(maybe one ya already have). thats what i shoot on my 14" .223. i kinnda like it after trying it. it does give a wide field of view. you just have to be careful......possibly shoot low recoil loads, and adjust for different shooting positions.
i shoot blue dot powder and 40 gr nosler bt's at around 3000-3100fps with great accuracy, and much less muzzle blast. recoil is less with this load, and does make the short eye relief easier.

xphunter · « **Reply #9 on:** July 30, 2004, 09:35:25 AM »

They no longer make the 3x9 or the 2 1/2x7. You can not get an old 3x9 or 2 1/2x7 modified for the Ballistic Plex reticle. The new 2x7 & 3-12 LER's can be purchased with BP or you can send it in and have it added for $50 if memory serves me right. Of course you would want one with and Adjustable Objective. You may not need 12x for 200 yards whistle pigs, but it sure is nice. I have several Burris 3-12 LER's with Adjustable Objective & Ballistic Plex Reticle. One even has target turrets.

SD Handgunner · « **Reply #10 on:** July 30, 2004, 07:49:01 PM »

I've used both the older 3x9x Burris LER Handgun Scope and the newer 3x12x Burris LER Handgun Scopes on Super 14 .223's for Prairie Dogs on a few different occasions. For me personally I would opt for the 3x12x Burris LER Handgun Scopes. I think they are the most user friendly of the higher magnification Handgun Scopes available, and offer a crisp, clear sight picture.

Good hunting with whatever you choose.

SD Handgunner

MF · « **Reply #11 on:** July 31, 2004, 06:57:15 AM »

Don't overlook the Weaver 2.5-8x. I've got them on my barrels and I really like them and they're priced right too!