Scope recomendations?

[yanta61]

Need some recomendations for a scope. It's going on a CZ 527 varmint in 17 hornet. Gun will be used for small varmints all the way to coyotes. Would like something 12+ power and 40-50 mm lens. The thing I'm looking for the most is a fine crosshair for small varmints at long ranges. Price is flexible but would like to stay at +\- $300

[SCORPION KING]

Simmons Whitetail Classic Rifle Scope 6.5-20x 50mm Adjustable Objective Matte

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/1156168462/simmons-whitetail-classic-rifle-scope-65-20x-50mm-adjustable-objective-matte?cm_vc=ProductFinding

[RogueSamurai]

I'd look at the Nikon line. You're in the ball park, money wise, and they have great glass for the money.

[TexMax]

Sacrifice magnification for quality. That usually falls of deaf ears but I'll say it anyway

[Mambajeep]

Sacrifice magnification for quality. That usually falls of deaf ears but I'll say it anyway

^^^^^^that there

[Stan R]

I see this one written up with great reviews.
They are out not but due in next month

https://www.primaryarms.com/Primary_Arms_4_14X44_FFP_Scope_p/pa4-14xffp.htm

[mctjeep]

i have a weaver V-16 and a Bushnell elite 3200 4-12 that i'd recommend in that price range.

[yanta61]

Thanks and TTT

Maybe I need to up my price some $500...

[stx tomcat]

Get a vortex

[az2tx]

I have a Leupold V II 4x12 mil dot on mine, works great
can shoot a turtles head off at 200 yds

[Coach W]

I have a Leupold V II 4x12 mil dot on mine, works great
can shoot a turtles head off at 200 yds

X2. If i was looking for a 12x scope I'd jump into a VX2 in a heartbeat.

If i upped my budget up and still wanted a mid range I'd look into a VX3 4.5-14. Buy used and save money.

For tiny targets at distance you want clear magnification. For that reason I'd personally step up into the 18-25 top power variable scope. Just because it's going on a small caliber rifle does not mean you should put crappy glass on it.. it's usually just the opposite. You can get by with a decent 3-9 or 1-6 on a pig/deer rifle because your target is larger.

When you start looking at a 8 inch target at 400 yards you will want a clear and high power view of it.

Just my opinion.. so take it for what it's worth.

[trophy8]

I to run a vx2 4-12x40 with AO on my 77/17 17 hmr. Almost a twin to Coach Ws. If I had my way, I'd run a 4.5-14x50 vx3

I just realized Nate said the same thing. Geez. Lol

[kumathebear]

Nikon is my first choice, even with all the "grief" the brand gets these days. Price & clarity plus, at least for me, they keep on performing and never a problem.

[Jethro]

I have a CZ-527 American in .223, so I will jump in here. That CZ is a very nice, trim little rifle, and you don't want some big honkin' piece of glass on it, ruining the balance of it. I have lots of rifles, with lots of different scopes. I have had several on and off that CZ trying to find my perfect match. Some I liked, some I didn't.

The one that it started with, and the one that ended up back on it for keeps, is a Vortex Viper 4x12x40 side focus with BDC. It was $400 though Arrowsmith on here at the time (5+ years ago), no idea what it runs now. But it really fits that little rifle, just sayin'.

Plus, something else to think about on the CZ is the interference between some scope eyepiece bells and the bolt handle. That is one of the (very) few pitfalls of the 527. Get too big on that end and the bolt handle will scrape as you cycle. Calhoon makes a replacement bolt handle that is milled out to give more clearance, but mine has been just fine with either the Vortex or with a Leupold VX-III. That is another good option, the VX-III in a 4.5x14x40. Pretty good, but to me the vortex just is a bit sleeker and matches the lines of the rifle better.

BTW, I love my 527. Easily one of my favorite rifles.

[yanta61]

I have a CZ-527 American in .223, so I will jump in here. That CZ is a very nice, trim little rifle, and you don't want some big honkin' piece of glass on it, ruining the balance of it. I have lots of rifles, with lots of different scopes. I have had several on and off that CZ trying to find my perfect match. Some I liked, some I didn't.

The one that it started with, and the one that ended up back on it for keeps, is a Vortex Viper 4x12x40 side focus with BDC. It was $400 though Arrowsmith on here at the time (5+ years ago), no idea what it runs now. But it really fits that little rifle, just sayin'.

Plus, something else to think about on the CZ is the interference between some scope eyepiece bells and the bolt handle. That is one of the (very) few pitfalls of the 527. Get too big on that end and the bolt handle will scrape as you cycle. Calhoon makes a replacement bolt handle that is milled out to give more clearance, but mine has been just fine with either the Vortex or with a Leupold VX-III. That is another good option, the VX-III in a 4.5x14x40. Pretty good, but to me the vortex just is a bit sleeker and matches the lines of the rifle better.

BTW, I love my 527. Easily one of my favorite rifles.

Thanks....Do you remember what scope rings you used and How far is the bell from the barrel?

I've been looking at both the Viper and Viper HS along with the VX3. can you post a pic or PM me a pic of your rifle?