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Post by ICMCumin on Nov 12, 2003 20:43:30 GMT -5
OK. you've got about $1000 to spend on a rifle and a scope. What percentage do you spend on rifle and what percent do you spend on scope and why?  Do you buy a cheapo rifle and put a swarovski scope on it or a Weatherby Mark V and put a Tasco on it, or something in between? |
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Post by TexasDoc on Nov 12, 2003 20:50:22 GMT -5
Well ICM,the way I doing it is that if the gun costs 500.00 the scope iss going to be in that range also. So I will say 50% gun,50% scope and 20% Acc.
TexasDoc
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Post by CoonDawg on Nov 12, 2003 21:15:58 GMT -5
I'ld rather spend more on the scope  you can always work on the rifle  |
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Post by jdickey on Nov 12, 2003 22:05:18 GMT -5
;DI'd spend it on the rifle... most good rifles will only appreciate in value, especially if it is some sort of collector's edition. I'd say 85% rifle; you can still get a fair scope for $150.00!  |
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Post by BozoWise on Nov 12, 2003 22:59:34 GMT -5
I agree with coondawg. A rifle only shoots as good as the optics. Most of my rifles are worth less then the optics, but 50-50 should be good. You can get a nice rifle and scope in the 500 per range.
What caliber are you looking for and what are you going to do with the rifle? I always have rifles in and out of our shop and I can keep an eye out.
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Post by 1st cav sgt ret on Nov 12, 2003 23:07:10 GMT -5
I agree 50/50 is usually good then dollars permiting adding other things later,gotta a browning BAR Ive been working on for 2yrs now and still not happy with those crappy weaver ringslooking at talleys(or mabe leupold lever locks!!!!!!)
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BigJ
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Garrison TX
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Post by BigJ on Nov 13, 2003 10:31:25 GMT -5
Is it the scope or the gun what about the SHOOTER
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Post by BozoWise on Nov 13, 2003 13:40:39 GMT -5
Is it the scope or the gun what about the SHOOTER Doesn't matter how good a shooter you are with poor optics you don't have the edge. Just like a chain only being as strong as the weakest link. I still vote that the optics are the highest "initial" investment. As said it is much easier to work on improving the rifle and shooter, not much upgrades to a scope except getting a new one  |
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Post by jdickey on Nov 13, 2003 15:41:20 GMT -5
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BigJ
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Garrison TX
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Post by BigJ on Nov 13, 2003 16:18:45 GMT -5
I agree with both bozowise - Jdickey if optics are good gun won't hold a moa there is a problem
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Post by jdickey on Nov 13, 2003 17:31:36 GMT -5
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Post by CoonDawg on Nov 13, 2003 21:06:23 GMT -5
1st cavsgt look at the Warne line up of rings.
A great rifle with a junk scope is still junk!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Post by 1st cav sgt ret on Nov 13, 2003 22:30:16 GMT -5
its a good rifle and great scope, Im just p/oed about the selection of rings and bases for it,I bought it for a truck gun and would like to be able to remove and replace the scope(so it doesnt get banged up)cause I like irons for quick shots(just what I learned I guess)and man that QUIGLEY rifle looks awsum!!!! ;D
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Post by jdickey on Nov 13, 2003 22:58:57 GMT -5
Military Buttstock
Patch Box
No Cheek rest
No Pistol Grip
Standard Grade Wood ONLY
34” Heavy Octagon Barrel
45/70 or 45-110 Caliber
Pewter Tip
Hartford Collar
Double Set Triggers
Semi Buckhorn Rear Sight
#109A Aperture Card
Midrange Vernier Tang Sight
#111 Globe Aperture Front Sight
Antique or Std Color Finish (specify)
2 or 3 Gold Inlay Initials in Gold Oval
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Texpppr
Hunter
San Benito, Texas
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Post by Texpppr on Nov 17, 2003 9:53:54 GMT -5
I have been watching this dialoge for a few days, but didn't want to put my 2 cents worth in because of fear of ridicule. I go with a decent rifle and a moderately priced scope, but then what can I say I'm a frugal kinda guy. lol
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