Scope for my new Savage

[HokieHunter]

What do you guys typically lean toward with your 10ML's? I've got a Conquest 3-9x40 on my Encore, and I'm hard pressed to not duplicate that wonderful piece of glass, but maybe there is something I'm not thinking of?

Is the 3.5-10x44 a better choice? Maybe not a Zeiss at all. Open to suggestions...

 

[ZITON]

I don't have a savage yet but I'm looking at BURRIS SIGNITURE 4-16.
My ML is my primary rifle. I'm planning a Ruger Model 1 +smi 28" Barrel.
Wouldnt make sense to put a cheap scope on it.
ziton

 

[Nic_58]

I've got a Conquest 3-9x40 on my Encore, and I'm hard pressed to not duplicate that wonderful piece of glass...

That's the scope I have on my 10ML-II. And yes, you would be hard pressed to find a better scope for your Savage. :yeah:

 

[dwhunter]

I have a Leupold Vari-X III in a 4.5x14-40mm on my Savage Henery Ball Ltd. and a Zeiss Conquest 3.5x10-44mm on Savage #2 laminate/ss. Hard to beat either Leupy or Zeiss. :wink:

 

[IndianaHunter]

I don't have a savage yet but I'm looking at BURRIS SIGNITURE 4-16.
My ML is my primary rifle. I'm planning a Ruger Model 1 +smi 28" Barrel.
Wouldnt make sense to put a cheap scope on it.
ziton

Glad to see your call on the #1...The Burris is a fine scope as I have it on my current SMI. I have a Conquest 3.5x10x50 on my HB.. Not sure what I'll end up with on my Savage conversion to an SMI barrel. It might end up with the Zeiss

 

[Rifleman]

All scopes mentioned so far are darn nice, also the bushnell 4200 elite is pretty good too. I am gonna try a Leupy I have on hand on my new project but if I was gonna buy new I would have to seriously consider the Conquest as well.

 

[dwhunter]

I don't have a savage yet but I'm looking at BURRIS SIGNITURE 4-16.
My ML is my primary rifle. I'm planning a Ruger Model 1 +smi 28" Barrel.
Wouldnt make sense to put a cheap scope on it.
ziton

I think the Burris Signature line is very good but the 4x16 you mentioned is a pretty heavy and large scope, you might want to consider that before you purchase. :wink:

 

[schoolmaster]

My primary hunting rifle, a savage MLII wears a Nikon monarch gold 1.5 X 6 with Leupold QD rings.

 

[HokieHunter]

I've given a lot of thought to the 4200 Elite, but I don't like the 1 year warranty. The price is right on that scope, and Randy is BIG on that thing. I can get a Conquest for about the same money...tough decision between the Conquest 3-9x40 and the 4200 Elite.

 

[Grouse]

I don't like the 1 year warranty.

I dont like the scope either. But the 1 year warranty is no questions asked money back guarantee. The scope then has a life time warranty.

 

[HokieHunter]

That makes a difference. Thanks. What don't you like about the scope?

 

[ZITON]

I don't have a savage yet but I'm looking at BURRIS SIGNITURE 4-16.
My ML is my primary rifle. I'm planning a Ruger Model 1 +smi 28" Barrel.
Wouldnt make sense to put a cheap scope on it.
ziton

I think the Burris Signature line is very good but the 4x16 you mentioned is a pretty heavy and large scope, you might want to consider that before you purchase. :wink:

Good point and thank you for your obsevation. On further examination I've found the Burris Euro Diamond 3-12x50mm, Ballistic Plex to be a much better choice in everyway and not much more dollar wise.
I'm sort of window shopping now. It will be spring before I commit.
ziton

 

[SW]

I have no experience with the Conquest but understand it is an absolutely excellent scope. I do have 2 4200s and 2 3200s. The tracking is just fair on both. A little better on the 4200 I think. They really do hold zero well and optics are great, especially the 4200 which at least equals and I think exceeds the VX-3. The 4200 is extremely bright with a fairly good eye relief. Rain Guard does work. Natchez usually has them after season for appx $315 for the 40MM 2.5X10. A lot of scope for the money - there may be better values out there but this one isn't bad.

 

[pointman]

I have the Conquest 3X9X40 on my new Laminate Stainless ML II. Hard to beat it.

I know some guys talk about the Burris with the Ballistic Plex being a nice fit for the Savage and that crosshairs at 100 yards and next line down at 200 is just right.

Has me thinking. :wink:

 

[clint]

my ml1 is a hunting gun have a 2x7 leupold. great scope just right hunting not to bad range $160 cost imo clint

 

[black3]

The Bushnell 4200 Elite has performed well for me. Very clear and good in low light.

black3

 

[Redclub]

Clint I like your thinking
Here in Wi. its 1x only :cry:
Ken

 

[Savage Shooter]

Looks like some really good scopes mentioned. Just stay in a good scope capable of magnum recoils. The Savage ML can destroy a lesser scope. :twisted:

 

[Grouse]

That makes a difference. Thanks. What don't you like about the scope?

I owned a 3200 and 4200. I sold both and replaced with Leupolds. The 3200 was sent back twice to Bushnell. My Leupolds are just better quality in my opinion.

 

[big6x6]

I have a few scopes that I REALLY like... I guess my favorite is my Leupold VX-III 3.5-10X40 with the German #4 reticle. Man...I LOVE that scope! Next would be a three way tie between a VX-III 3.5-10X50, Conquest 3-9X40, and the Conquest 3.5-10X44. I hunted with a VX-III 2.5-8X36 all season on the ULA..that's a fine scope too. It's now on its way to Leupold to have a #4 reticle installed! That's one thing I REALLY like about a Leupold scope...you can get whatever reticle you want!