Sometimes it seems like looking for a needle in a haystack,good lite weight

[boscoebrea]

high power scope that is less then $600 .Really it is so hard to figure out the best way to go.
Ok, how about less than $1000,weight under 30 oz and magnification up to around 25x.
I buy a lot of scopes used ,so I save money that way.
I think I will start writing down a list of scopes that qualify.
Must have great glass.
Use is 100yard target shooting .
Please do not wish me good luck as I do not have it.Thank you

 

[Advance]

It sounds like you are looking for a scope that would fall into the hybrid hunter tactical category. Check out the vortex razor 4.5-22x50 LHT, it probably checks most of your boxes.

 

[Ranchibi]

I think Leupolds are usually very light weight....usually...

 

[MongooseV8]

Not sure what you consider good glass but the Arken ELP4 has Japanese lenses and weighs ~25oz. I have the 4-16x version and I really like it a lot. Would be great even on a Powder Burner.

EPL-4 6-24X50 FFP Illuminated VHR/VPR - Zero Stop - 30mm Tube

The EP-L (EP Light) is our Light Weight Hunter version of the EP (Extreme Precision) series. It is built on a streamline 30mm main tube to reduce overall weight with our toolless, easy to operate capped windage turret that lets you set and forget.

www.arkenopticsusa.com

 

[Ezana4CE]

high power scope that is less then $600 .Really it is so hard to figure out the best way to go.
Ok, how about less than $1000,weight under 30 oz and magnification up to around 25x.
I buy a lot of scopes used ,so I save money that way.
I think I will start writing down a list of scopes that qualify.
Must have great glass.
Use is 100yard target shooting .
Please do not wish me good luck as I do not have it.Thank you

@boscoebrea I don’t know how great the glass is, but Vector Continental 5-30x56 FFP is nice enough for me for the money. I have one on my M357 and have used it during the day and at night with lights hunting. Right now they’re on sale for under $500 before taxes, but the FFPs sold out quick. They always do.

Vector Optics Continental Rifle Scopes — 7 products / 7 models

Vector Optics Continental Rifle Scopes Up to 44% Off. OpticsPlanet.com has competitive pricing, excellent customer service + Free Shipping over $49!

www.opticsplanet.com

I’ve also heard good things about the original Bushnell Match Pro, but I haven’t looked through one. The original focuses down to 10 yards and goes for around $400

 

[Ezana4CE]

@boscoebrea Here’s a link to the Matchpro 6-24x50 FFP

https://www.scopelist.com/Bushnell-Match-Pro-6-24x50mm-Black-Riflescope-MP6245BF2.aspx

 

[boscoebrea]

I am now considering getting a Hawke Sidewinder or a Frontier if I can get one cheap enough. Hawke scopes are lighter.

 

[Ezana4CE]

I am now considering getting a Hawke Sidewinder or a Frontier if I can get one cheap enough. Hawke scopes are lighter.

@boscoebrea I enjoy the sight picture hunting with my Sidewinder. You may have to wait to catch them on sale. A Frontier will usually cost more. I think there’s one in the Classifieds now if no one has bought it.

Edit: here it is.

Optics - Hawke Frontier Scope 5-30-50 SF 20x TMX IR

Selling this like new condition Hawke Frontier scope its the 5-30-50 with the 20x TMX IR not a mark on it I bought this scope new and it has spent most of its life in my gun room and used very little comes with its original box and paperwork focus down to 30 yards and its a SFP scope, the rings...

www.airgunnation.com

 

[RabbitofCaerbannog]

Arken EPL4 or SH4J

Discovery HD PRS

DISCOVERY LHD.

 

[boscoebrea]

I do like the Discovery scopes,but most are heavy. I see now that they have a lighter type.I ordered mine from China, and it took about five weeks to get to me. Oh, it must be the LHD , Does anyone have one?

 

[RabbitofCaerbannog]

I do like the Discovery scopes,but most are heavy. I see now that they have a lighter type.I ordered mine from China, and it took about five weeks to get to me. Oh, it must be the LHD , Does anyone have one?

I have HT , Lhd, and the ED series.

 

[Mr.H]

Not sure what you consider good glass but the Arken ELP4 has Japanese lenses and weighs ~25oz. I have the 4-16x version and I really like it a lot. Would be great even on a Powder Burner.

EPL-4 6-24X50 FFP Illuminated VHR/VPR - Zero Stop - 30mm Tube

The EP-L (EP Light) is our Light Weight Hunter version of the EP (Extreme Precision) series. It is built on a streamline 30mm main tube to reduce overall weight with our toolless, easy to operate capped windage turret that lets you set and forget.

www.arkenopticsusa.com

I have one on a Taipan Vet 1 and one on a 17 HMR. Really like Arkens, good value for the money.

Maven scope have been getting some discussion here lately.
Check out this one. It hits some of your criteria.

CRS.3 - 4-20x50 FFP

Buy Maven Outdoor Equipment Company RS.2 Riflescopes. Our RS Series Riflescopes stack up with the most celebrated and expensive scopes in the world…bar none.

mavenbuilt.com

 

[boscoebrea]

I can get a good deal on an Aztec Emerald 5.5-25x50, how good are they?

 

[SDellinger]

I can get a good deal on an Aztec Emerald 5.5-25x50, how good are they?

I have two of the newer Aztecs. The tall adjustment knobs are a little stiff and looking toward the sun is iffy. I got mine cheep so not bad.

 

[boscoebrea]

I followed Maven Optics a couple of years ago when I was looking for great binoculars. Their top-tier models are highly rated and get great reviews.
I looked up their rifle scope, and I say this: Wow, you can order what type of retile you want from them, and you can customize the scope to your liking.
Of course, you are going to pay big money.If I had big money, I would differently look into getting a Maven scope.

 

[RabbitofCaerbannog]

high power scope that is less then $600 .Really it is so hard to figure out the best way to go.
Ok, how about less than $1000,weight under 30 oz and magnification up to around 25x.
I buy a lot of scopes used ,so I save money that way.
I think I will start writing down a list of scopes that qualify.
Must have great glass.
Use is 100yard target shooting .
Please do not wish me good luck as I do not have it.Thank you

If you want something affordable that functions as well In every sense as a 1200+, scope. There are 2 options with the weight limit.

They're both Arken.

SH4J and EPL5. They do compare to NF, Favorably.

 

[boscoebrea]

It seems many people like these scopes,I have it on my radar now, Quite a bit of weight difference.

 

[JungleShooter]

high power scope that is less then $600 .Really it is so hard to figure out the best way to go.
Ok, how about less than $1000,weight under 30 oz and magnification up to around 25x.
I buy a lot of scopes used ,so I save money that way.
I think I will start writing down a list of scopes that qualify.
Must have great glass.
Use is 100yard target shooting .
Please do not wish me good luck as I do not have it.Thank you

Hey boscoebrea,

here are 6 SPF and 16 FFP scopes that mostly fulfill your requirements.

Find attached your personal Scope Specs Table.
(I eliminated a bunch of 5-30x scopes as the were beyond your max. 25x.)

Cheers,

Matthias


Personal Scope Specs Table

View attachment Scopes. With X-24x -- Under 30oz -- Good Glass -- Under 1000$ (600$). 2025-01-03. 01.pdf

 

[boscoebrea]

Holly, golly, JungleShooter, what a great list.Thank you.I have been reading your scope chats for many years. They are very informative and a great help for all of us.

 

[airgunmike56]

I am a big fan of the Arkin light scopes, But watch it some do not focus under 30 yards..
Mike