Any deals on Leupolds?

[Andiamo]

VX-3HD 3.5-10x40 CDS-ZL Duplex

The VX®-3HD 3.5-10x40mm delivers legendary performance and extreme clarity in an incredibly tough, lightweight package. Its versatile magnification can get the job done in almost any scenario.

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Looking to put this VX-3HD 3.5-10X40 CDS-ZL DUPLEX on my 300WM, which I am planning on putting in an M40A5 chassis (love that gun).

Before I buy the Leupold, I want to know what setup this is on McMillan’s advertisements for the A5 stock. Is the thing in front of the scope a shroud or a magnifier?

Tactical Stocks | A5® Stock | Tactical Rifle Stock

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[cycleguy2300]

That scope is good for a rifle you only shoot at less than the PBZ. You will be totally lost if you need to dial dope or hold over or hold for wind. If you're OK with that why a 300wm?

It's like buying race car then getting the cheapest, hardest tires that will fit. Sure it sort of looks the part at first glance, but that scope on a rifle in 300wm would be severely handicapped beyond point-blank range of the 300wm. At 300yd you will already have 9"of drop...

Why cheap out on a scope? Given the price of ammo, how many misses is that scope worth to you?

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[Andiamo]

That scope is good for a rifle you only shoot at less than the PBZ. You will be totally lost if you need to dial dope or hold over or hold for wind. If you're OK with that why a 300wm?

It's like buying race car then getting the cheapest, hardest tires that will fit. Sure it sort of looks the part at first glance, but that scope on a rifle in 300wm would be severely handicapped beyond point-blank range of the 300wm. At 300yd you will already have 9"of drop...

Why cheap out on a scope? Given the price of ammo, how many misses is that scope worth to you?

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Sounds good, the scope game is new to me. I appreciate the advice. My hunting buddy has a 300WM R700 with the same scope. You’re right, I would like to get a nice scope, just not sure what the right one would be for tactical/target shooting. What is that shroud thing on the McMillan ad?

 

[Darqhelmet]

It looks like a clip on thermal if your asking what is sitting in front of the scope in the picture you posted.

 

[Andiamo]

It looks like a clip on thermal if your asking what is sitting in front of the scope in the picture you posted.

I'm mainly wondering if I will be kicking myself in the ass later on if I don't decide to get the rail systems now. Bedding this thing looks like an extensive project, I'm YouTubeing up on what pillars are. Even though McMillan says it is not necessary for these stocks, I still want to do it

 

[Axxe55]

Are you building a hunting rifle, or a target rifle?

Because from the threads you have started about this 300 Win. Mag. you are all over the place with this thing.

 

[Andiamo]

Are you building a hunting rifle, or a target rifle?

Because from the threads you have started about this 300 Win. Mag. you are all over the place with this thing.

I am essentially wanting to copy a milspec M40A5, a tactical monster

 

[Cooper]

It's not easy bearing the load of master apprentice.

 

[Axxe55]

I am essentially wanting to copy a milspec M40A5, a tactical monster

 

[mp_tx]

You want an M40a5? Start saving your money. You need a Schmidt & Bender 3-12× 50 Police Marksman II LP. Big bucks.

You could always join the military, gain some maturity and direction, and then get military discounts on Leupold, etc. Play your cards right, and Uncle Sugar might let you play with an m40 as a full time job.


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[deemus]

Sounds good, the scope game is new to me. I appreciate the advice. My hunting buddy has a 300WM R700 with the same scope. You’re right, I would like to get a nice scope, just not sure what the right one would be for tactical/target shooting. What is that shroud thing on the McMillan ad?

I bought a Cabelas Covenant 7 6-24 x 50 tactical scope. That thing rivals my Nikon Black 1000FX. But the Covenant only cost $350. Glass is super clear too.

If I was buying another scope I would buy another Covenant 7. Price is right, glass is superb, has the turrets that you will need for long range shooting with that rifle.

 

[Andiamo]

Off topic but is there an illuminated scope that doesn’t use batteries, like a Trijicon?

 

[Fishkiller]

If you mount it on an Italian motorcycle the gun will perform flawlessly. Also wear a plate carrier over the Security Tshirt.

 

[Sam Colt]

Off topic but is there an illuminated scope that doesn’t use batteries, like a Trijicon?

 

[Andiamo]

I’m new to the bolt action game and trying to find the best bang for my buck trying to build a poor man’s M40A1

 

[Sam Colt]

If what you're trying to do is build a facsimile, then you'll want the equivalent of a U.S. Optics MST-100 10x with 1 inch tube and USMC Mildot reticle. The scope is fixed power and not illuminated.

 

[Darqhelmet]

Swfa fixed 10x

SWFA 10x42 SS 30mm Riflescope

SWFA 10x42 SS 30mm Riflescope Details SKU: SS10X42MQ Finish: Matte Reticle: MIL-Quad Tube Diameter (mm): 30 Elevation Knob: Exposed Target (.1 MIL) Windage Knob: Exposed Target (.1 MIL) Parallax Setting: Rear Focus Focal Plane: Second

www.swfa.com

 

[cycleguy2300]

Off topic but is there an illuminated scope that doesn’t use batteries, like a Trijicon?

illuminated scope no batteries - Google Search

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[cycleguy2300]

I’m new to the bolt action game and trying to find the best bang for my buck trying to build a poor man’s M40A1

You need to decide what you are wanting.

Do you want something for hunting, for target or for blowing a ton of cash to shoot 3rnd groups at 100y?

There is no poor man's M40. You've even flopped between A1 and A5. If you want to play, you'll have to pay. Cheap won't get you far most of the time in the precision game.

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[Axxe55]

I’m new to the bolt action game and trying to find the best bang for my buck trying to build a poor man’s M40A1

Let's be clear. Are you wanting to replicate an M40A1, or the M40A5?

And just for your information, the M40 series of USMC rifles, were all short action M700's chambered in 7.62x51mm.

M40 rifle - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

Even the Army never adopted the 300 Win. Mag. They experimented with the cartridge, but that was as far as they went.

M24 Sniper Weapon System - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

So again, exactly what are you building?