Author Topic: Weaver on a Handi (Read 542 times)

06shooter · « **on:** April 01, 2005, 03:55:47 PM »

Anybody use Weaver fixed powers on their handi's? I am considering a new 4x on my 357. I have an old steel 4x that contributed to the venison in the freezer but have not used a newer model. How do they rate compared to the competition?

Chainsaw · « **Reply #1 on:** April 01, 2005, 04:03:48 PM »

I have newer Weaver scopes that are variable low power V-3's and had a V10 that I would compare equal in clarity to my Leupold VariX III low power variables. I like the Weaver Classic scope line, and think they are a great value in todays optics market. The ones that I have all appear to be made by LOW (light optical works) in Japan. I highly recommend Weavers..............Chainsaw

Mac11700 · « **Reply #2 on:** April 02, 2005, 11:32:49 AM »

Good scopes for the money...but just a tad short on eye relief for my taste...but on a 357 it should be just about right...

Mac

tanoose · « **Reply #3 on:** April 03, 2005, 03:32:41 AM »

I just put an old weaver V4.5 on my new 45/70 handi rifle its 33 years old and i sent it to weaver in el paso a few years ago they cleaned it changed all the o rings and resealed it. Clarity is about the same as my Leupolds The charge was $50-60 . I am a big fan of Leupold but last november i bought a scope that is much clearer then all my leupolds Its a zeiss conquest 3x9 40mm. I have no problem using cheaper priced scopes as i have 3 cabelas pine ridge scopes that i have never had any problems with and i just love the Bushnell trophy scopes

06shooter · « **Reply #4 on:** April 03, 2005, 10:26:57 AM »

Thanks for the input guys. I may go ahead and get a Weaver, I have a tough time bucking up for a Leupold. Looking through my Bushnell Trophy and a VX1 I had a hard time telling any difference. I definitely would not pay what Leupold wants for price/quality difference.

McMarlin · « **Reply #5 on:** April 05, 2005, 03:19:37 PM »

I have had nothing but good luck with old weavers. Right now I have a K6 on my handi heavy 223, K4 on my Ruger 30-06, and a really old G6 on my old Marlin 39. I swear, I'd rather buy an old used Weaver for $75 or less than pay 3 to 4x that for a new anything. You can't beat a pawn shop/gun show Weaver.