Variable v/s Fixed Scope

[MRDUKS]

What is your opinion between a variable and a fixed power scope. The reason I was wandering was I have heard discussions that changing a variable power scope say from 4 to 8 will throw accuracy off slightly.

[Rob]

I still think a variable is a good trade off.



It's hard to dance with the devil on your back...

[aceoky]

I agree with Rob![:)] It's great to be able to keep it on "low" setting then have the option of "going up" if need be... If there is any change in POI(point of impact) it's so small I can't tell it . ( I think that's a "tall tale" to be honest)[:D]

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[Throttlenut@aol.com]

Anyone have a suggestion for a decent scope for a Winchester Marlin 444 and the CVA optima pro muzzle loader. I don't want to go too crazy, but I would like a scope that you can positively identify your target and beyond in low light condition, that will not fog up, for a reasonable price.


Walter Ferreira

[Rob]

For both of those guns, I love the older Redfield Widefield scopes. They offer crystal clear optics & a great, wide field of view. They can usually be found at a bargain on one of the auction sites. I would especially recommend the Lo-Pro model, as the fact that it doesn't set too high on the receiver allows you to quickly obtain a clear sight picture.

Here is an example of the type of scope I am talking about:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3637338066&category=31714



It's hard to dance with the devil on your back...

[Throttlenut@aol.com]

Thanks Rob for the reply, my only other concerns is waterproofing and anti fog, how are these scopes in that aspect? I live in New Hampshire and hunting can be very cold, rainy, snowy, yesterday we go thick fog in this area, too thick it ended my hunt 1/2 hr early. The temp can go from cool to warmer real fast or vice versa in this area. I wear glasses and they are nothing but a problem with this weather, I'm considering getting contacts shortly. I was talking to a guy at a fire arms dealer the other day and he suggested to check out a lot of different scope and buy an expensive one rather than an inexpensive, but I wasn't sure if he was trying to sell me something I really don't need. I am more than willing to hunt open sights and save up for a couple better scopes for next season if I have to, to get what will be safer and more dependable in bad weather or low light situations.

Walter Ferreira