Author: sns2
Subject: 6x42 Scope Recommendations
Posted: April/13/2014 at 11:12
Hi There,
Subject: 6x42 Scope Recommendations
Posted: April/13/2014 at 11:12
Hi There,
I just picked up a Forbes Model 20B in 7-08. Now I have to choose a scope.
I must admit I am wavering. Don't know whether I should get a variable or fixed 6x. The problem is this gun has a 90 degree bolt lift and tends hit or have minimal clearance with the big eye pieces that come on most variable scopes nowadays. This has got me seriously thinking about a fixed 6x. What would be your thoughts? I live in Alberta, Canada and most of my hunting is on mixed farmland. My shots never exceed 400 yards. I'm old-school and think its unethical, and that if I can't get closer, I'm not that great of a hunter. My concern with a fixed 6x is having too much scope for when an animal comes running across a cutline quickly at close range, and I don't want a 4x.
Help me decide, friends.
Currently, I am leaning toward a FX3 6x42, but am wide open to suggestions.