How far is a 3 9×50 good for?
A 9mm objective lens would be stupidly tiny). Anyhow, a general rule of thumb is that for every power of magnification, you can shoot out an additional 100 yards, so a 3–9 power scope give you about 900 yards of usable range.
How good are Redfield scopes?
The scope is light and fits well on this light rifle. The optics are sharp and clear. The death circle in the middle of the Accu-Range reticle does take some getting used to. The circle is distracting.
Where are Redfield tracker scopes made?
If we’re talking Redfield scopes made by Leupold, only the Redfield Revolution series of scopes were/are made in the USA.
What magnification do I need for 700 yards?
The 16-20x max magnification gets me out to 700-1,000 yards fine.
What does 3 9×42 scope mean?
This means that the image you see through the scope appears three times (3x) closer than it does with your naked eye. The 9 means nine power, or nine times (9x) closer than it appears with your naked eye. The forty (40) is the objective lens diameter in millimeters.
Are older Redfield scopes good?
The old Redfields optical quality is poor in comparison to the new ones, but back then they were top shelf. The reality is, most Pa deer rifles see the light of day for a day or two each year. That type of hunter is correct in not spending $500 plus on a scope.
Is the Redfield Revolution 3-9×40 a good scope?
The Redfield Revolution in 3-9×40 or it’s bigger brother the 3-9×50 are fantastic scopes for the money and would be great companions to any of the budget bolt action rifles that are out there these days. The 3-9×50 in particular, is a bit of a unique beast, with only the Vortex Diamondback for competition.
What is the Redfield Revolution waterproof riflescope?
The Redfield Revolution 3-9x50mm Waterproof Riflescope features a design that resulted in Redfield’s exclusive Rapid Target Acquisition (RTA) eyepiece, meaning no more missed opportunities because you couldn’t find the “”sweet spot”” behind the scope.
What kind of reticle should I get for my scope?
Classical Duplex style reticle. The thicker outer posts help acquire target faster without losing the thinner crosshairs in complex background and the thinner central lines offer outstanding long-range precision. The 4-Plex is as good a reticle as you can get when you want unobscured view and precision at any distance.
What are the best scopes for hunting?
There are plenty of great scopes in this range, such as Bushnell Elites, Vortex Diamondbacks, Classic Weavers, Nikon Monarchs and ProStaffs, Millets, Burris Fullfields and more. If I had to borrow a rifle to hunt and it came equipped with any of those scopes, I’d be fine.