Zetter Posted August 12, 2017 Report Share Posted August 12, 2017 Finally got the money together for a new scope for my .17 hornet. I am looking at either a Sightron 3-16x42 or a Vortex viper 4-16x44 HS any opinons on either of the two? Another one that caught my eye is a Konus scope but havent heard a lot about them so unsure on that. I currently have an MTC Genersis on it at the moment but it doesnt really suit my eyes. Budget is up to £500 Cheers Zetter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve_b_wales Posted August 12, 2017 Report Share Posted August 12, 2017 I've just bought a new Hawke Endurance 30 (3-12x56) with IR dot. Comes with a 10 year warranty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieT Posted August 12, 2017 Report Share Posted August 12, 2017 I've got the Vortex on mine and I'm very pleased with it. I would buy another. Like you, it was a toss up between the Vortex and Sightron but in the end, I tossed a coin and the Vortex won and I have to say I've not been disappointed. It's had some rough use and bounces around in the Gator all day without a problem. Clicks are precise, holds zero and suits my old eyes ............nothing not to like about it. I'm just about to order another for my .204. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zetter Posted August 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2017 Never really thought about the endurance range Steve. Compared to say Leupold VX2-3 how do you think they compare? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve_b_wales Posted August 13, 2017 Report Share Posted August 13, 2017 Never really thought about the endurance range Steve. Compared to say Leupold VX2-3 how do you think they compare? To be honest, I've never tried a Leopold. although I know they are damn good scopes. The Hawke Endurance is an exellent one for the money. I've used one on my .243 and 22-250. I sold it a few years ago, but have just bought a new one for around £300 to sit on my .204 Ruger. And the 10 year warranty is exellent. The previous one I had developed a slight fault after 3.5 years, and when I sent it off for repair under warranty, a brand new one was sent as a replacement a few days later. I think it would suit your needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick miller Posted August 13, 2017 Report Share Posted August 13, 2017 Got the Genesis on my hornet but considering upgrading to the s-tac. Already have the illuminated s-tac on the 243 and I'm impressed with the daylight image and using a digi add on isn't too bad either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zetter Posted August 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2017 (edited) Just noticed the vortex lowest PX is 50 yard which I think wouldnt work well with my Ward D digita add on so looks like its the sightron or hawke Edited August 13, 2017 by Zetter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougy Posted August 13, 2017 Report Share Posted August 13, 2017 (edited) If your not too late there is a sightron 8-32×56 LRMOA for sale. A bit over budget but for the extra 125 (I think) you will not be disappointed. It's normally a 900+ scope, that will, if you want to, be suitable for any future rifle you may need for long range stuff. If your after one to use with nv then I cannot say how good the sightron is with tubed. Just looked and the sightron is 615. Edited August 13, 2017 by Dougy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
browning123 Posted August 13, 2017 Report Share Posted August 13, 2017 To be honest, I've never tried a Leopold. although I know they are damn good scopes. The Hawke Endurance is an exellent one for the money. I've used one on my .243 and 22-250. I sold it a few years ago, but have just bought a new one for around £300 to sit on my .204 Ruger. And the 10 year warranty is exellent. The previous one I had developed a slight fault after 3.5 years, and when I sent it off for repair under warranty, a brand new one was sent as a replacement a few days later. I think it would suit your needs. Great scopes the Leopolds Steve.........and with a lifetime guarantee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted August 13, 2017 Report Share Posted August 13, 2017 Vortex mechanical I find outstanding and warranty faultless. However the first ones I used the glass was very good compare to competition more recently I've been a lot less impressed. If I had to I'd buy the sightron I've found it good in all fields and doubt you'll be disappointed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zetter Posted August 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2017 If your not too late there is a sightron 8-32×56 LRMOA for sale. A bit over budget but for the extra 125 (I think) you will not be disappointed. It's normally a 900+ scope, that will, if you want to, be suitable for any future rifle you may need for long range stuff. If your after one to use with nv then I cannot say how good the sightron is with tubed. Just looked and the sightron is 615. Cheers Dougy Had a look at that one but it will need to wait until payday for the extra funds so may see if its still about then. Zetter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy RV Posted August 14, 2017 Report Share Posted August 14, 2017 What rifle is it going on? If it's a CZ you might need to watch the bolt clearance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweedledee Posted August 14, 2017 Report Share Posted August 14, 2017 id recommend leupold...no frills good glass and never lose zero..point and shoot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy RV Posted August 14, 2017 Report Share Posted August 14, 2017 And also consider the size of the rifle, these huge scopes that everyone is recommending can ruin the balance of a rifle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
browning123 Posted August 14, 2017 Report Share Posted August 14, 2017 And also consider the size of the rifle, these huge scopes that everyone is recommending can ruin the balance of a rifle. And they are very heavy...........as I recently found out! No good for my age, as I do a lot of walking around with the rifle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougy Posted August 14, 2017 Report Share Posted August 14, 2017 (edited) And also consider the size of the rifle, these huge scopes that everyone is recommending can ruin the balance of a rifle.I can understand for a stalking rifle but for a static or truck rifle it won't make much difference,apart from looking a little mpg. Add to that a lamp and mod and the balance has gone completely. I bet it will have both of those stuck on it more than not. Edited August 14, 2017 by Dougy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zetter Posted August 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2017 Currently running 30mm sports match cz specific mounts and have had no issues with bolt fouling even with my ward d 700 on the back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted August 22, 2017 Report Share Posted August 22, 2017 There is no point staying small objective to keep the tube low on a 527, the bolt handle will struggle to clear the ocular body in it and why I wouldnt even bother thinking of anything less than a 50mm objective I've a low mounted 36mm easy little bolt mods to get the scope down where it should be on a sweet light rifle no point have the Hubble on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zetter Posted August 25, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2017 (edited) Last question as a side choice Athlon scopes any opinions good bad? Lifetime warranty looks good and they parallax down to 10 yards that ticks the NV box Edited August 25, 2017 by Zetter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walker570 Posted August 25, 2017 Report Share Posted August 25, 2017 I have recently put a Hawke Airmax on my 17HMR and love it to bits. If I had a 17 Hornet I would be tempted to do the same. Of course do not know how you will be using the rifle, so if walking around a lot then a heavy scope may add to the burden, but if 50/50 walk and ambush then well worth having a look. The easy adjustments allow me to pick out those bunnies ears above the grass with clarity at all distances. I am also a fan of the Hawk Endurance scopes have half a dozen and they have served me well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougy Posted August 25, 2017 Report Share Posted August 25, 2017 Last question as a side choice Athlon scopes any opinions good bad? Lifetime warranty looks good and they parallax down to 10 yards that ticks the NV box Are you going to the shoot at catton Sunday ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zipdog Posted August 26, 2017 Report Share Posted August 26, 2017 https://www.opticswarehouse.co.uk/product/discontinued-bushnell-elite-6-24x40-ao-mil-dot-riflescope-au17897/ This would be my choice, save the rest of your money for some bullets! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zetter Posted August 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2017 Are you going to the shoot at catton Sunday ? Afraid not Dougy just returned from Hols today so the wife has put a block on that https://www.opticswarehouse.co.uk/product/discontinued-bushnell-elite-6-24x40-ao-mil-dot-riflescope-au17897/ This would be my choice, save the rest of your money for some bullets! Despite its a good deal my eyes hate Bushnell for some reason I have looked through all the top end stuff and I just cant get on with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick miller Posted August 26, 2017 Report Share Posted August 26, 2017 Odd, I've just bought two DMRs and I've found the optics to match, if not better some of the premium scopes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zetter Posted August 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2017 I think its just my eyes on Bushnell for some reason I dont know why but all bushnell I have tried I have never got on with Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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