Sightron plr 6x24x 50, tracts 2.5x15x44 or Trijicon accupoint 3x18 for plinking and target shooting with a .25 cricket 2 up to 125 yards
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Eric, 
please, give us a few more details — and how exactly we can help you.
Biggest question: How are you planning to adjust your point of aim (POA) — (a) by dialing the elevation turret, or (b) by using a holdover with the reticle?
In case of (a) it makes sense to buy a scope with exposed turrets (no caps). In case of (b) it is necessary to buy a scope with a holdover reticle — a reticle with evenly spaced hashlines or dots — not one that is not calibrated to a certain firearm cartridge (called a BDC reticle). In case of wanting to use both methods depending on the circumstances, you'll need to get both features.
I understood the following:
Shooting Scenario:Plinking and target shooting with a .25 Cricket II, ranges up to 125 yards — no hunting/ pesting.
(A) Sightron PLR 6-24x50 — is this the SIII model? (the Sightron model numbers all have an S and a Roman numeral, it's confusing)
➔ The minimum parallax range is 20y, so if you're not shooting at shorter than 20y, all good.
➔ The 24x top end magnification is great for 125y.
(B) Tracts 2.5-15x44 — is this the Tracts Toric UHD 2.5-15x44 SFP?
➔ I don't see the SFP having a holdoff reticle (only BDC and plain crosshairs).
➔ 15x top end magnification is a little low for 125 yard target shooting.
(C) Trijicon Accupoint 3x18 — is this the Trijicon Accupoint 3-18x50 SPF?
➔ Min. parallax is 15y, OK.
➔ 18x top end magnification... — well, if your eyes are good and younger than 40y, this could be OK.
➔ Only 60moa elevation adjustment: For longer ranges (125y) and shooting for-the-caliber heavy ammo this might is a bit meager if you plan on dialing the turret to adjust POA.
How did you choose these particular three models (which are rather pricey but most like have excellent glass quality)?
If hunting/pesting is not in your plans, but 125 yard target shooting, then a 6-24x magnification scope might be your best bet: Lots of choices, and high enough top end magnification. 5-30x or 4.5-27x are also options, but less frequent.
Have you checked scopes from Athlon and Vortex? (Do check their minimum parallax, though, most of the higher end scopes have 20y/25y and more).
I'll attach a Scope Specs Table for the 6-24x magnification range. Admittedly, most scopes listed there are less expensive than the models you have been looking at. However, some of the comments in the introduction might give you more ideas of what to look for in a scope that's best for you.
Matthias
Attachment:
Scope Specs Table 6x24 | 5-30x | 4-24x
View attachment SCOPE Specs Table. For 6-24x 5-25x or 5-30x or 4-20x.1651982642.pdf
please, give us a few more details — and how exactly we can help you.
Biggest question: How are you planning to adjust your point of aim (POA) — (a) by dialing the elevation turret, or (b) by using a holdover with the reticle?In case of (a) it makes sense to buy a scope with exposed turrets (no caps). In case of (b) it is necessary to buy a scope with a holdover reticle — a reticle with evenly spaced hashlines or dots — not one that is not calibrated to a certain firearm cartridge (called a BDC reticle). In case of wanting to use both methods depending on the circumstances, you'll need to get both features.
I understood the following: Shooting Scenario:Plinking and target shooting with a .25 Cricket II, ranges up to 125 yards — no hunting/ pesting.
(A) Sightron PLR 6-24x50 — is this the SIII model? (the Sightron model numbers all have an S and a Roman numeral, it's confusing)
➔ The minimum parallax range is 20y, so if you're not shooting at shorter than 20y, all good.
➔ The 24x top end magnification is great for 125y.
(B) Tracts 2.5-15x44 — is this the Tracts Toric UHD 2.5-15x44 SFP?
➔ I don't see the SFP having a holdoff reticle (only BDC and plain crosshairs).
➔ 15x top end magnification is a little low for 125 yard target shooting.
(C) Trijicon Accupoint 3x18 — is this the Trijicon Accupoint 3-18x50 SPF?
➔ Min. parallax is 15y, OK.
➔ 18x top end magnification... — well, if your eyes are good and younger than 40y, this could be OK.
➔ Only 60moa elevation adjustment: For longer ranges (125y) and shooting for-the-caliber heavy ammo this might is a bit meager if you plan on dialing the turret to adjust POA.
How did you choose these particular three models (which are rather pricey but most like have excellent glass quality)? If hunting/pesting is not in your plans, but 125 yard target shooting, then a 6-24x magnification scope might be your best bet: Lots of choices, and high enough top end magnification. 5-30x or 4.5-27x are also options, but less frequent. Have you checked scopes from Athlon and Vortex? (Do check their minimum parallax, though, most of the higher end scopes have 20y/25y and more).I'll attach a Scope Specs Table for the 6-24x magnification range. Admittedly, most scopes listed there are less expensive than the models you have been looking at. However, some of the comments in the introduction might give you more ideas of what to look for in a scope that's best for you.Matthias
Attachment:Scope Specs Table 6x24 | 5-30x | 4-24x
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Thanks for the reply I think I am going to order the Sightron on Monday, it is a S 3 just there new model updated precision long range PLR, I get a 35 % discount for the military from them, they have great glass and tracking features.
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