Riflescopes .. what to get ? ( yes this crusty old topic - again )

@N @newton 10 months ago

Greetings all ,
New year - new choices , new decisions
So - I need a good riflescope
but
WHAT to buy ?
The application .. bit of plains hunting - longest shot about 300m , bit of target and sport shooting out to about 400 / 500m
The Budget .. very little :(
So more on the entry / budget level - I am not averse to something previously used in VG condition

My homework ( what I think I should get - approximations )..

1.) Magnification = 3x - 15x
2.) 30mm tube
3.) 50mm objective

Solid build /good glass / good parallax etc etc - all the normal good stuff as default
I am not too worried about size or weight

Now to turrets - capped / exposed / tactical ?
Do you compensate and hold over or do you "dial" ?

I think I like exposed turrets and especially "zero-stop" = more for sport shooting ( gongs )

The brands / manufacturers (in the budget range ) - that seem to have good solid reputations ?

ARKEN
HAWKE
ELEMENT
LYNX

Who have I left out ? ( I am trying to stay mainstream for warranty and support )

Do they have any hidden "gotchas" / faults / drawback ?

Before I go visiting gunshops to look at what stock they have I would appreciate input by those that have experience in this area.

Thank you

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Thanks for all the suggestions

Has anyone heard of / know about / have used these guys ?
That sell used scopes

Dooierus Optics

Looks good IF genuine

Like Ds J, I would strongly recommend Lynx due to well-founded reputation for excellent local support. Their scopes are very good vaue for money, especially second hand because for reasons I don't fully understand, people don't like buying them used.

I would also consider Vortex - I have heard a few stories of truly exceptional after-sales support.

Have a look at Futurama.co.za. They have an extensive range of scopes with all the specs and prices. That will give good info to influence your decision. You do not have to buy there, so do visit your LGS and look at glass quality and other features.

Look for Cyclops videos on Youtube. He gives sound advice on scope choices.

Our LGS has moved to Arken as a standard seller for everyday folks.

I am a Lynx fan, firsty because it is a Saffer brand, and secondly they have good service reviews.