Best Scope for 300 WM for Deer and Hogs

[ronangelia7]

           With a new CZ550 300 WM on the way. I have to figure out the best scope for the money. I need a scope that sets low as possible,can take the recoil with no problem,clear, water proof,reasonably priced and of course hold zero. Most hunting here, especially hogs will average a 60 to 70 yard shot off the shoulder. I hunt usually around creeks,heavy brush. I need a scope with a good eye relief and able to get on target quickly for a possible follow up shot,or in case a hog charges. I never seen that happen,but have heard of it.. I have been using a rifle with lyman peep sights. This works well at close range,but in poor light is difficult. It would be nice if the scope were capable of a 200 yard shot if  ever necessary. Right now I am looking at the differant leupolds VX 2 and VX 3 and Burris. Any comments or suggestions appreciated.Happy New Year
                                                                     Ron

[Redhawk1]

A Leupold VXII 1X4X20 or a VXIII 1.5X5X20 sounds like it would work for you listed needs. Even consider a Leupold VXII 2X7X32mm.

[ronangelia7]

          I have a Leupold Var X III 3.5 x 10 x 50. I have always found them to be good scopes. Best warranty in the industry. Guys at the local gunshop yesterday were saying Nikon is better for the money. I think I will stick with Leupold and not worry about it. Are the vx III scope worth the 100.00 to 150.00 dollars more than the vx II. Money is getting a little tight this time of year. Do not want to go cheap on optics. thanks

                                                                                                     Ron

[Redhawk1]

          I have a Leupold Var X III 3.5 x 10 x 50. I have always found them to be good scopes. Best warranty in the industry. Guys at the local gunshop yesterday were saying Nikon is better for the money. I think I will stick with Leupold and not worry about it. Are the vx III scope worth the 100.00 to 150.00 dollars more than the vx II. Money is getting a little tight this time of year. Do not want to go cheap on optics. thanks

                                                                                                     Ron

In my opinion, yes. But is it really a necessity, that will be up to you.

[Dennis17]

     In my opinion, best scope for the money and have one sitting on my .300 Win. Mag. is a Bushnell Elite 3200. It's tested at 1000 rounds of .375 H&H and can be bought for under $200.00. I say "best for the money" only for the heavier recoil guns though. I would feel confident with this scope or either a Burris Fullfield II and any other Burris from this model on up in price. Burris makes tough scopes. Lots of scopes that I would trust but the line gets thinner and thinner the more recoil you are talking about. Any of the Bushnell Elites, Burris Fullfield II's and up, any Leupold or Zeiss. Swarvorski's and such are not considered only because I refuse to work two jobs in order to have the money to purchase them.