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Big Boy scope question

Post by timcondra1 » Fri Dec 01, 2017 6:32 pm

I swore I would never put a scope on my BB 44 mag but have changed my mind. I know there are going to be differing opinions on the answer to my question. I need advice on a scope selection. I live on a fixed income so funds are limited. Since my shots will be 50 to 100 yards I was thinking of a 1-4x or 2-7x or similar. I would like to shoot farther but may not be possible with the low power I want. Cost is a big factor for me. I also want it to be able to hold up to the recoil. Is there anything that fits the criteria or am I out of luck? Thanks
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Post by Cofisher » Fri Dec 01, 2017 6:40 pm

I am currently using the 1-4 on my carbine 357. It is excellent for the 50 yard range and adequate at 100 yards. I think I will move up to the 2-7 for my next upgrade. It should make that 100 yard picture better.
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Post by CT_Shooter » Fri Dec 01, 2017 7:25 pm

Welcome to the forum from CT, timcondra1. You'll get some good advice here, starting with Cofisher's. I'm glad you joined the conversation and congratulations; I know you'll enjoy owning that Henry.
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Post by JEBar » Fri Dec 01, 2017 8:09 pm

timcondra1 wrote:I swore I would never put a scope on my BB 44 mag but have changed my mind. I know there are going to be differing opinions on the answer to my question. I need advice on a scope selection. I live on a fixed income so funds are limited. Since my shots will be 50 to 100 yards I was thinking of a 1-4x or 2-7x or similar. I would like to shoot farther but may not be possible with the low power I want. Cost is a big factor for me. I also want it to be able to hold up to the recoil. Is there anything that fits the criteria or am I out of luck? Thanks
first welcome to our forum, happy to have you join us .... our favorite shooting range for our Henry 44 Mag is 75 to 125 yards .... there is an old rule of thumb that you us a scope that has a maximum power equal to 1 power for each 10 yards you anticipate shooting .... we topped ours with a 3 X 9 Nikon and have been very happy with it ... the Nikon Prostaff line is reasonably priced, very clear, tough (stands up well to hard recoil), and is reasonably priced .... please take a look at our How Many ? thread (link below) and add your Henry to our community total

http://henryrifleforums.com/viewtopic.p ... 634#p50634
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Re: Big Boy scope question

Post by BigAl52 » Sat Dec 02, 2017 10:15 am

If I was to do it I would do the 2 X 7 Burris. Im not sure what your price range is but I have a couple of those and they are a great scope for the money. Al
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Re: Big Boy scope question

Post by timcondra1 » Sat Dec 02, 2017 10:45 am

Thanks to all who have replied so far. I appreciate it
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Re: Big Boy scope question

Post by North Country Gal » Sat Dec 02, 2017 11:08 am

The best optical value for your dollar is with a Nikon Prostaff 2-7x. You'll have to spend more than twice as much to get into a Leupold model in the same optical quality. Way better, optically, than the lower grades of Leupold. I'm optically fussy about my scopes, but I do use a lot of Prostaffs. Have them on many, many guns and have never had a single failure. My only complaint with the Nikon 2-7x is that it's rather large as a 2-7x scope goes. Have no issue with that on a bolt gun, but I prefer the slimmer profile of the Leupold 2-7x on a lever gun. Minor point, though. If you're on a budget, go with the Nikon. Should be able to get one for about $150.
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Re: Big Boy scope question

Post by clovishound » Sun Dec 03, 2017 12:28 pm

I have a Nikon Prostaff rimfire 3x - 9x 40mm on my H001, and a Vortex Crossfire 3x - 9x 40mm on the Henry BBS in .357.

Both are good scopes IMO. Between the two I much prefer the Vortex. It has a much more generous eye relief than the Nikon. Both are in the $150 range every day and can be had for less on a good sale.
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Re: Big Boy scope question

Post by timcondra1 » Sun Dec 03, 2017 12:58 pm

I ended up buying a Weaver 3x9 40. I have not received it yet but will post my review later. Thanks to all for your help.
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Post by JEBar » Sun Dec 03, 2017 3:04 pm

timcondra1 wrote:I ended up buying a Weaver 3x9 40. I have not received it yet but will post my review later. Thanks to all for your help.
it should serve you well .... looking forward to your follow-up reports
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