Spotting scope

[The Professor]

Looking for a decent spotting scope. I'm not rich but I like good stuff and want to cry once. Generally never shoot farther than 200 yds. Anyone care to suggest what works well for them?

Mark

 

[warwickben]

My dad just got one from harbor freight pretty cheap price . Came with a stand up tri pod and a table tripod all in a nice case . Think he said it was 150$

 

[j3ff]

I got a tasco from Walmart that works better than good, and it was maybe $60.00 Having said that, someday, I'll probably buy a nicer one.

 

[BossHarley]

I have one of these, very nice and a moderate price point. It is definitely not a Kowa, but this guy is great and knows his high power gear. He will even buy it back if you don't like it.

http://www.jarheadtop.com/KONUS.htm

 

[falcon123]

I have one of these, very nice and a moderate price point. It is definitely not a Kowa, but this guy is great and knows his high power gear. He will even buy it back if you don't like it.

KONUS Scopes

I have the same Konus scope. Very happy with it.

 

[Rob Boudrie]

I have the same Konus scope. Very happy with it.

Same here; got mine from the same place - with a name like jarhead, I figured I couldn't go wrong.

 

[Madisonian]

At the other end of the spectrum there's Kowa. I am a big fan. Years ago for high power rifle shooting I bought a Kowa TSN-821 with a 27x LER (long eye relief) eyepiece for nearly $1000. It has an 82mm objective lens. You can see .223 bullet holes at 600 yards.

You can get a TSN-601 or 602 for just under $500, and an eyepiece for about $200 if you look around. Yes, it will be around $700, but it's the last scope you'll have to buy. You'll need a stand, too - not cheap for a good one.

 

[Robracer50]

+1 for JarheadTop suggestion. I have the Konuspot 20-60x80mm model 7120. The optics are great, the 80mm really grabs extra light versus a 50 to 60mm. The tripod is very basic but OK if u are bench shooting or prone. On that note another nice feature is the 45 degree eyepiece and swivel body that makes viewing easy while in the prone position. I use mine for 100yd service rifle matches at my club with good results. I bought it for around $200 with an Amazon gift card, solid purchase.

 

[Madisonian]

I have one of these, very nice and a moderate price point. It is definitely not a Kowa, but this guy is great and knows his high power gear. He will even buy it back if you don't like it.

KONUS Scopes

Wow, that's impressive value for an 82mm objective lens.

 

[Len-2A Training]

There is a thread here from long ago on spotting scopes with very good info. Unsure if it is a sticky or not.

I have this Celestron Ultima 80 and it's great at 100 yds (longest range I have access to). The tripod is nothing special but comes with it until you get a real good one.
Celestron Ultima 80 Angled Spotting Scope Package w/ Tripod - Celestron 52250 & 93606

They now have a Celestron Ultima 100 that would probably be best for real long distance shooting, but still a very moderate price point:
Celestron Ultima 100 Spotting Scope 52252 w / Free S&H 100mm Spoting scopes Celestron

 

[The Professor]

I did a search of spotting scopes on this site prior to posting the thread and didn't see any results so I posted it. Thanks for the responses so far. The Konus is kind of attractive.

 

[Big Daddy 45acp]

PM sent.

 

[Len-2A Training]

Here's some links for info:

The long thread:
http://www.northeastshooters.com/vb...7-looking-recommendations-spotting-scope.html

More info and links:
http://www.northeastshooters.com/vb...170-spotting-scopes-whats-best-bang-buck.html
http://www.northeastshooters.com/vb...6-spotting-scope-under-300-a.html#post3017002

If you are a serious competitive shooter, you'll need a stand that will also be rather expensive. Here's a link with some:
Scopes & Stands | Creedmoor Sports

 

[jasons]

There are like a million spotting scope threads here if you search. I'll save you some reading: If you're on a budget get the Konus.




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[mac1911]

I also posted a small review of the konus.......and I also purchased one of these http://www.northeastshooters.com/vbulletin/equipment/161508-creedmore-scope-stand.html so much better