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Support Equipment For PCP/HPA/CO2 and springers ,rams => Scopes And Optics Gate => Topic started by: liv2ryd on July 23, 2013, 01:01:47 AM
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So, I've picked out and bought my riffle, now I need a scope. This is my budget. Here are some parameters to base the decision off of:
20-100yrds
Mostly plinking and small game
Mounting on a magnum Springer
Weight is not really that important since I'll not be carrying the riffle long distances.
I wear glasses (if that has any effect)
I was looking at the following:
Leapers/UTG
Bushnell
Hawker (stretch the budget a little but..,.,)
Please tell me why you would choose what you recommend.
Joel
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Hawke VARMINT for that price point
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I would say what Motor said, if you want to lean a little farther into the budget the Nite eye's are on sale nearly 100 dollars off the original price and they are GREAT glass.
heres the link:
http://www.eabco.com/store/rifle-scopes/hawke-nite-eye-scopes-closeout-w/digital-illuminated-reticles/ (http://www.eabco.com/store/rifle-scopes/hawke-nite-eye-scopes-closeout-w/digital-illuminated-reticles/)
I'm going to be ordering one myself I just found it out from the bargain gate and I really like the half mildot version a lot the way it is setup.
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The upper priced Accushot Leapers scopes have been very good to me on Magnum Springers. If you can, purchase a "glass etched" reticle...just 1 less thing to worry about in it's life. Don't know what rifle you have purchased. I'd say that if you use Picatinny/Weaver mounting setup, or a good 1pc mount, you'll help keep your scope happy. Be aware of droop also. The closer you keep the scope to "optical center", I believe, the better off it'll all be.
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THERE'S A 4X16X56MM SWAT A/O LEAPERS SCOPE ON OPTIC PLANET FOR 159.00 SHIPPED[ NOW THATS A GREAT SCOPE]
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Just saw this, I think it is for one day only...RWS 4-12X50 CI Air Rifle Scope with Illuminated Reticle...
http://www.airgunsdaily.com/?utm_source=AirgunsDaily+Email+Newsletter&utm_campaign=c910def076-Daily_Deal&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_987d4b68bb-c910def076-380086309 (http://www.airgunsdaily.com/?utm_source=AirgunsDaily+Email+Newsletter&utm_campaign=c910def076-Daily_Deal&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_987d4b68bb-c910def076-380086309)
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I'll second the hawke varmint. I love mine. But if weight is not a concern, my centerpoint 4-16x44 is a great scope and at $54 from Walmart is tough to beat. Only downside I have found is the weight is a bit hefty.
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THERE'S A 4X16X56MM SWAT A/O LEAPERS SCOPE ON OPTIC PLANET FOR 159.00 SHIPPED[ NOW THATS A GREAT SCOPE]
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I found a hawke varmint 4-16x 44mmAO 1/2Mil-dot for $151 shipped to my door. So, that's my purchase. We'll see how everything works out.... now I feel like sitting on my front porch waiting on a "dang" UPS truck......
Riffle and scope should be here in the next week...
Joel
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I found a hawke varmint 4-16x 44mmAO 1/2Mil-dot for $151 shipped to my door. So, that's my purchase. We'll see how everything works out.... now I feel like sitting on my front porch waiting on a "dang" UPS truck......
Riffle and scope should be here in the next week...
Joel
Post a link. Where from?
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I found a hawke varmint 4-16x 44mmAO 1/2Mil-dot for $151 shipped to my door. So, that's my purchase. We'll see how everything works out.... now I feel like sitting on my front porch waiting on a "dang" UPS truck......
Riffle and scope should be here in the next week...
Joel
Great price with shipping too ... Score !!
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Here is the link to the scope I purchased.
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/product/712005147/hawke_varmint_4-16x44_12_mil_dot (http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/product/712005147/hawke_varmint_4-16x44_12_mil_dot)
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Thanks. Just looked at that link. Looks like all his Hawkes are good prices. I might to buy one! ;D
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/product/712005172/hawke_sidewinder_65-20x_30mm_12_mil_dot_ir (http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/product/712005172/hawke_sidewinder_65-20x_30mm_12_mil_dot_ir)
How does he stay in business? A Hawke sindwinder 6.5x20 for $346 shipped to my door insured! This is crazy
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I have no idea, probably shows the markup up other vendors have on this stuff. Seems like a pretty big operation.
Guy shop in Kentucky..... go figure.... lol
Joel
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Great price with shipping too ... Score !!
Thanks Scott! Hope I like it.... does this model include rings? Didn't see it in any descriptions....
Joel
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Great price with shipping too ... Score !!
Thanks Scott! Hope I like it.... does this model include rings? Didn't see it in any descriptions....
Joel
I have never seen a Hawke come with rings. So order a pair quick other wise you just bought a telescope! Lol
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No rings .....
Odd, followed link and NO Hawke optic are listed ???
lpen
ATN
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Brunton Optics
BSA Optics
Burris
Bushnell
Carl Zeiss
Docter Optics
Eotech
Kahles Optics
Leup. Accessories
Leupold Optics
Millett Sights
NcStar
Nightforce Optics
Nikko-Sterling Optics
Nikon Accessories
Nikon Scopes
Optronics
Remington Optics
Sightmark Optics
Sightron
Simmons
Steiner Optics
Swarovski
Tasco Optics
Trijicon
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Vanguard USA
Vortex Optics
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Yukon
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Wonder if something has happened with the low ball pricing ?
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No rings .....
Odd, followed link and NO Hawke optic are listed ???
lpen
ATN
Barska Optics
Brunton Optics
BSA Optics
Burris
Bushnell
Carl Zeiss
Docter Optics
Eotech
Kahles Optics
Leup. Accessories
Leupold Optics
Millett Sights
NcStar
Nightforce Optics
Nikko-Sterling Optics
Nikon Accessories
Nikon Scopes
Optronics
Remington Optics
Sightmark Optics
Sightron
Simmons
Steiner Optics
Swarovski
Tasco Optics
Trijicon
Tru-Glo
Vanguard USA
Vortex Optics
Vortex Optics Accessories
Yukon
Konus USA
Wonder if something has happened with the low ball pricing ?
It is weird. I did a search and found them. Unfortunately I dont have the money now. Hopefully its not a close out and they are still there next week when I have the money
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No rings .....
Odd, followed link and NO Hawke optic are listed ???
lpen
ATN
Barska Optics
Brunton Optics
BSA Optics
Burris
Bushnell
Carl Zeiss
Docter Optics
Eotech
Kahles Optics
Leup. Accessories
Leupold Optics
Millett Sights
NcStar
Nightforce Optics
Nikko-Sterling Optics
Nikon Accessories
Nikon Scopes
Optronics
Remington Optics
Sightmark Optics
Sightron
Simmons
Steiner Optics
Swarovski
Tasco Optics
Trijicon
Tru-Glo
Vanguard USA
Vortex Optics
Vortex Optics Accessories
Yukon
Konus USA
Wonder if something has happened with the low ball pricing ?
I had the same issue initially after first finding it.
Its not listed in their lineup, you must search 'hawke' and you will find them.
Promise, they are there!
Joel
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That is one heck of a deal for sure, if it all pans out guys. Keep us posted!
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wow , souper duper hawk prices !!
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/search.php?q=hawke&searchDescriptions=&searchType=5&searchPrice=1 (http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/search.php?q=hawke&searchDescriptions=&searchType=5&searchPrice=1)
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No scam with bud's they are the greatest gun shop I've ever used, I purchased 4 handguns and 3 rifles from them and have gotten amazing service and shipping. I wouldn't hesitate on that.
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You'll have to call them, its against Hawke policy to advfertise a price lower than their suggested price. I got my sidewinder for 318 shipped from a different vender
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I only just found out about Bud's Gun Shop last month after stumbling across it while doing a pricing search with one of the search engines. They're definitely legit. And definitely great prices on the Hawkes! I've bought two Varmint's within the last month or so from Bud's. Reasonable shipping prices too.
But now that I've got three Varmints (bought the other one refurbished from PA) I'm finding the reticle a bit too busy for my liking. Funny ... but a seller of a Varmint on YF specifically listed that as the reason for selling before I even bought my first one. Oh well ... I've only been back into AG'ing going on almost 4 months & I'm still learning. Especially about scopes. Never had one before. And now I can't keep track of them! But I've been having issues with a couple failing to maintain zero, shifting POI, changes in POI with changes in magnification & poor turret tracking. I'm almost ready to swear off scopes. Seems like I've spent more time troubleshooting scopes in the last few months than I have anything else. So far the Varmints are holding up but I haven't shot them as much because of the issues I've/I'm had/having with a UTG scope & now a Sidewinder scope. And they're mounted on magnums not super magnums. The Aeon scopes from Topgun-Airguns are looking mighty tempting at this point. What the heck do I have to lose? If the recognized names can't hold up why not try a no-name?
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You'll have to call them, its against Hawke policy to advfertise a price lower than their suggested price. I got my sidewinder for 318 shipped from a different vender
and i know where ya got it for that price :) lol dave is the man!
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You'll have to call them, its against Hawke policy to advfertise a price lower than their suggested price. I got my sidewinder for 318 shipped from a different vender
and i know where ya got it for that price :) lol dave is the man!
Does anyone wanna fill me in on this little secret? PM please if it cannot be public. Im looking for a sidewinder tac for my Mrod
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Best I can tell, these scopes are not the AO versions.
FWIW, I've bought several handguns from Buds, over time, quite satisfactorily.
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Does anyone wanna fill me in on this little secret? PM please if it cannot be public. Im looking for a sidewinder tac for my Mrod
I Posted A Link Above For Buds gun shop. That's Where IPurchased Mine.
Joel
And It Is AO.
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Here' the link to the Hawke 4-16x Varmint. Worth a look, if this is the price range and type scope that you wanna buy into:
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/712005147/HAWKE+VARMINT+4-16X44+12+MIL+DOT (http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/712005147/HAWKE+VARMINT+4-16X44+12+MIL+DOT)
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You'll have to call them, its against Hawke policy to advfertise a price lower than their suggested price. I got my sidewinder for 318 shipped from a different vender
and i know where ya got it for that price :) lol dave is the man!
Thanks Chris ;D
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I found a hawke varmint 4-16x 44mmAO 1/2Mil-dot for $151 shipped to my door. So, that's my purchase. We'll see how everything works out.... now I feel like sitting on my front porch waiting on a "dang" UPS truck......
Riffle and scope should be here in the next week...
Joel
did you get the scope ? are you happy with buds ? is the scope doing fine ?
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I found a hawke varmint 4-16x 44mmAO 1/2Mil-dot for $151 shipped to my door. So, that's my purchase. We'll see how everything works out.... now I feel like sitting on my front porch waiting on a "dang" UPS truck......
Riffle and scope should be here in the next week...
Joel
did you get the scope ? are you happy with buds ? is the scope doing fine ?
100% Happy!
Joel
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Hawke VARMINT for that price point
where do you get a Hawke Varmint in that price range? the only side focus scopes ive seen in the $100-$150 price range have been Leapers SWAT.
oops, my bad, didnt know a Hawke Varmint could be had for very near the basic Sport HD series prices, definitely what i will be getting if they can still be had when i get the money.
Best I can tell, these scopes are not the AO versions.
FWIW, I've bought several handguns from Buds, over time, quite satisfactorily.
AFAIK, the Varmint series is SF, i think the offerings from Buds are missing IR, which doesnt bother me in the least as i just backyard shoot and can pick and choose when i want to shoot (if the conditions are too severe i can always choose not to shoot on that day)
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buds gun shop has the 4-16 varmint for $149 delivered . but they guy at hawke strongly suggested to not use them .... and they have a very low rating at resellerratings.com
http://www.resellerratings.com/store/Bud_s_Gun_Shop (http://www.resellerratings.com/store/Bud_s_Gun_Shop)
but they are in good standing with the BBB
http://richmond.bbb.org/Business-Search/url/www_budsgunshop_com/ (http://richmond.bbb.org/Business-Search/url/www_budsgunshop_com/)
SWFA was gonna do their %110 price match against buds on 6-24 varmint and and let me get it shipped for $146.74 . but now SWFA doesn't have the 4-16 or the 6-24 varmints in stock . buds still had a 4-16x44 varmint yesterday and i was gonna try it in spite of the resellerratings score ..... but the girl on the phone didn't inspire my confidence about dealing with them AND also because the guy at hawk said it will be november before they can get new ones to their dealers .... so IF i did have a problem it would have been a few months before i could have gotten it replaced
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Date: 08/26/2013
Competitor: BudsGunShop.com
Competitor URL: http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/product/712005148/hawke_varmint_6-24x44_12_mil_dot (http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/product/712005148/hawke_varmint_6-24x44_12_mil_dot)
SWFA BudsGunShop.com PRICE MATCH
Hawke 6-24x44 Varmint Riflescope $209.95 $145.00 $64.95
Shipping $16.62 $9.00 $7.62
Total $226.57 $154.00 $72.57
110% $79.83
Your Price $146.74
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if you don't need/want high power buds has the Hawke HK3015 (sport HD IR 3-9x40 AO) for $88 , SWFA %110 price matching should get it to about $85-90 shipped .
if you want a high powered higher end hawke get the to price match the eclipse or sidewinder scopes .
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/search.php?q=hawke&searchDescriptions=&searchType=5&searchPrice=1 (http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/search.php?q=hawke&searchDescriptions=&searchType=5&searchPrice=1)
http://swfa.com/Hawke-Riflescopes-C1947.aspx (http://swfa.com/Hawke-Riflescopes-C1947.aspx)
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on second thought, either i will try price match on SWFA with Buds as a reference, or just get the Sport HD 3-9x40 from SWFA for $75, idk why adding AO almost doubles the price on most sites that offer the Sport HD line.
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I had absolutely no issues with buds, the people on the phones are csm, order takers. They give multiple email updates to let you know where you are in the process. But do what makes you comfy.
Joel
Thinking of selling my varmint to upgrade to a Sidewinder 20x+. Can't put a price on scopes when your goal is 50yrds plus....
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went to order one, 149.00 to door, insured, but pop up said that it was to be reserved from there inventory, does that mean they don't have it yet, and that i have reserved it when they do? or is this what pops up all the time when ordering from them ?
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One of the varmint scopes I love mine
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went to order one, 149.00 to door, insured, but pop up said that it was to be reserved from there inventory, does that mean they don't have it yet, and that i have reserved it when they do? or is this what pops up all the time when ordering from them ?
You're on the list. Either stock is low and already committed to orders, or they have some coming in. That is "creative" tho ;)
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I had absolutely no issues with buds, the people on the phones are csm, order takers. They give multiple email updates to let you know where you are in the process. But do what makes you comfy.
Joel
Thinking of selling my varmint to upgrade to a Sidewinder 20x+. Can't put a price on scopes when your goal is 50yrds plus....
im gearing up to buy a decent air gun scope, so if and when u decide to sell the Varmint, let me know.
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went to order one, 149.00 to door, insured, but pop up said that it was to be reserved from there inventory, does that mean they don't have it yet, and that i have reserved it when they do? or is this what pops up all the time when ordering from them ?
when i spoke to the guy at Hawke he said it would be november till any new 4armint 4-16 or 6-24's make it to the USA . :(
BTW , i just got a leapers/UTG 30mm 4-16x44 accushot with the wheel and i'm really liking it , but i'm a newbie . got them from OP . together they're $128.25 shipped if you just ask for a discount on the phone ... %5 :)
http://www.opticsplanet.com/leapers-utg-30mm-accushot-4-16x44-ie-riflescope-w-illuminated-ao-mildot-reticle-ez-ta.html (http://www.opticsplanet.com/leapers-utg-30mm-accushot-4-16x44-ie-riflescope-w-illuminated-ao-mildot-reticle-ez-ta.html)
apparently i'm one of the aim small miss small folks and still kinda want the 24x option , LOL
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;D