Best value in a quality low power scope?

nralover · Post by **nralover** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 1:20 am

I am looking for a low power scope for a Marlin 336. Preferably a variable power, like a 1-4X, or 1.5-5X. I'd like a 20mm lens, so it isn't bulky, and perhaps I can get away with low rings...Anyone have any suggestions?

CowboyTutt · Post by **CowboyTutt** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 1:28 am

Maybe check out the new Redfield's by Leopold?

http://www.gunblast.com/Redfield.htm

Hah! Beat you to it, didn't I Jeff????

-Tutt

CEMENTHEAD · Post by **CEMENTHEAD** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 3:12 am

Straight 2.5x or 1-4x Leupolds are great. My pick of all the choices. If you like Weaver they have the little V3 (1-3x) for short $$$. They're nice, however a little short on the eye relief (3").

Thanks, Tom

El Chivo · Post by **El Chivo** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 4:06 am

I have the Weaver 1-3x and it's about the lightest there is, and I had it on a 336 with the low Weaver rings. I have it on my 1894c right now.

I'm not really a scope man, but it's very natural to look through and very quick on target.

Eye relief was right for mounting in the normal place, it's not really a scout scope.

Price is good, about $150, sometimes Midway has it on sale, so I would call it a good value.

Swampman · Post by **Swampman** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 7:41 am

Bushnell Banner 1.5-4.5x32 is $65.00 to your door on Amazon. They are great scopes.

TedH · Post by **TedH** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 8:03 am

The Weaver 1-3 is a great scope for a Levergun. If you want to step up a notch the 1-4x20 Leupold is also a favorite of mine. I consider it a good value, though not an inexpensive scope.

The little Bushnell is a good scope too, but their bulky looking to me and just don't look right on a levergun.

Pete44ru · Post by **Pete44ru** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 8:09 am

The Weaver Classic V3, 1-3x20 - +3 ! !

I have two of them, bought new several years ago.

They have proven to be bright, reliable and lightweight.

They were/are also inexpensive.

My 1st cost $99.95, and the 2nd cost $139.95.

I bought them both at a discount online optics dealer, who is currently listing them @ $149.95

http://swfa.com/Weaver-1-3x20-Classic-V ... P2864.aspx

http://www.swfa.com

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Warhawk · Post by **Warhawk** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 8:14 am

Another vote for the Weaver V3.

Also look at the Burris 4x Timberline for about the same money.

nemhed · Post by **nemhed** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 9:15 am

My vote is for any straight power Simmons with my favorite being the 4x Pro-Diamond. I have two of them and four Simmons scopes in total.

rock-steady · Post by **rock-steady** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 9:20 am

Burris Fullfield II Rifle Scope 2-7x 35mm 3P#4 Reticle

MidwayUSA has 'em for $189.00. I have one on a 1894SS and I am very impressed with this scope.

Streetstar · Post by **Streetstar** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 5:10 pm

CowboyTutt wrote:Maybe check out the new Redfield's by Leopold?

http://www.gunblast.com/Redfield.htm

Hah! Beat you to it, didn't I Jeff????

-Tutt

Oh yeah ! The 3-9 x 40 version looks like a perfect complement to my modestly priced WBY Vanguard

tman · Post by **tman** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 5:39 pm

about 5 years ago? i bought a 4x nickon .22 scope and mounted it on my old blr.308. it was on sale for $99 at that time. held up so far. i like it

336A · Post by **336A** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 6:17 pm

Another vote for the Bushnell Banner 1.5-4.5x32mm.

O.S.O.K. · Post by **O.S.O.K.** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 7:03 pm

I've had very good service from Weaver, Nikon and Burris scopes. Also, the new Redfields look promising.

And don't discount a good used Leupold.

AJMD429 · Post by **AJMD429** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 7:19 pm

Swampman wrote:Bushnell Banner 1.5-4.5x32 is $65.00 to your door on Amazon. They are great scopes.

+1, also like the Simmons', and older Weavers.

I even have a $59 BSA 3-9x 'shorty' scope that is very compact and seems to hold up. It has the 'illuminated reticle' feature, but I never bothered to put the battery in, since I don't really need that feature.

Old Time Hunter · Post by **Old Time Hunter** » Wed Dec 23, 2009 11:46 pm

336A wrote:Another vote for the Bushnell Banner 1.5-4.5x32mm.

+3 or so, especially the Dusk to Dawn series with the 6" eye relief.

edsguns · Post by **edsguns** » Thu Dec 24, 2009 10:41 am

Count this as another vote for the Weaver V3 !! I've had one mounted on a .44 1894, 336ER and BLR in .358. The eye relief was adequate on all those rifles. Another scope a tad more expensive that also works well on my 1895/45-70 and on a BLR is the Leupold SG VXI 1-4x20 with HD reticle. No problems with the shorter parallax setting, actually it's likely better figuring the typical ranges they are used for. Both are great little scopes, but I do prefer the HD reticle.

deerwhacker444 · Post by **deerwhacker444** » Thu Dec 24, 2009 12:06 pm

I vote for the Weaver V3. I bought one this year and put in on a 1894 in .357. It's a neat little scope. I've never had a 1x power scope, and it's amazing how fast you can get on target and shoot with it set on 1x. Now I understand why they put low power scopes on dangerous game rifles. I think it's a sweet little scope for the money.

Link to Weaver V3 at Midway

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