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Offline wtroger

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Scope For the 45-70
« on: March 20, 2007, 04:30:31 AM »
I'm looking at the Bushnell Banner model 71-1436 1.75 x 4 x 32 scope for the 45-70 handi has anyone used this scope and if so did it stand up to the recoil. I have had that issue before where each shot the scope moved up the target. Right now I have one of the no name cheap 4x China made scopes on there and the only reason it is there is because it doesn't move. It isn't a very clear scope so I would like to improve the optics. But hate to buy something that won't stand the punishment. By the way I do use the cantilevered mount on the gun so I think the longer eye relief would be a benfit.
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Re: Scope For the 45-70
« Reply #1 on: March 20, 2007, 06:24:19 AM »


I use the Leupold 2x7x33 VX-1's on all my 45-70's...It doesn't move...and hold up well to the heaviest recoil..I'm sure some here use the Bushy's on them...

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Re: Scope For the 45-70
« Reply #2 on: March 21, 2007, 04:35:52 AM »
I put a Simmons 2.5x20 shotgun scope on mine. They are being sold by CDNN Sports on their website for $19.99. which is less than 1/2 price when they were sold retail.If I recall correctly Quickdtoo had originaly posted the information about these scopes.They have plenty of eye relief and so far it is  standing up to the recoil of  my heavy reloads. 2 1/2 x is all the magnification I need out to 150 yds or so.
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Re: Scope For the 45-70
« Reply #3 on: March 21, 2007, 05:24:55 AM »
First, let me say I am NOT a Bushnell fan....HOWEVER, I have had a Trophy 1.75x4 x32 on my 870 Wingmaster shooting 3" mag Copper Solids for 7 seasons....It has been thru all of the usual punishment a shot gun would put a scope thru INCLUDING being dropped 20+ feet to the ground from my treestand. Still holding zero! and I lost a turret cover several years ago at the range so one turret has been exposed for years! I put one wrap of electical tape on it during the season...I just can't give it up!

Maybe I just got a good one...can't say for sure but of all the scopes I've looked thru..NOTHING is clearer or brighter!

Just my $.02

Ken
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Re: Scope For the 45-70
« Reply #4 on: March 21, 2007, 05:48:38 AM »
CDNN still has the shotgun scopes on sale..

http://cdnninvestments.com/simmonsscopes.html

Ken,  Give Bushnell a call and order a new turret cover, they'll probably just send ya one if you sweet talk em!!

(800) 423-3537

http://bushnell.com/customer_service/contact.cfm?section=Hunting

Tim
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Re: Scope For the 45-70
« Reply #5 on: March 21, 2007, 05:59:28 AM »
I just put a Bushnell Trophy 3-9x40 scope on my 45-70. This thing is very clear and bright. I have had one on my muzzleloader for about 8yrs with no problem. Look at www.budsgunshop.com they have the best price going on the Bushnell Trophy.

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Re: Scope For the 45-70
« Reply #6 on: March 21, 2007, 06:45:15 AM »
Nick, you're new here and don't know it yet, but The Optic Zone, a GBO sponsor, has an even better price on the Trophy, you'll be hard pressed to beat Jon's prices and service. ;) From what I've seen of Bud's shipping costs, I'll not be dealing with them, $16 for a CVA forend is ridiculous!! ::)

Tim

http://theopticzone.com/detail.aspx?ID=3320
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Re: Scope For the 45-70
« Reply #7 on: March 21, 2007, 10:26:12 AM »
Man, I wish I would have known about those guys before I purchased mine. Thanks for the link Tim, I'll know for next time.

Thanks
Nick :)
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Re: Scope For the 45-70
« Reply #8 on: March 22, 2007, 09:58:08 AM »
I have Bushnell Banner 3X9X40 on mime and it had held up very well.  I think most scopes fail due to improper mounting.  I only use Burris Signatire rings and never have had a problem.
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Re: Scope For the 45-70
« Reply #9 on: March 22, 2007, 10:48:58 AM »
I have a bushnell 4x32 that has been mounted 1.5" high on two handis.
Now it is on my 30-30.
Works good in the woods.
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Re: Scope For the 45-70
« Reply #10 on: March 22, 2007, 02:58:16 PM »
Bushy Elite 3200 in 3-9X-40 with med Burris Sig Zee rings ;D

Mc ;D
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