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1-4x 20 Scope

Post by Redthies » Thu Jan 16, 2020 11:21 pm

I know a few on here are using and loving the Leupold 1-4x20 scopes. I would just go and get one, but I can get a Nikon M223 for half the price. I’m looking to use this on a .30-30 carbine, and it’s obviously “designed” for .223 rifles. Is there any reason why I couldn’t use this scope for a .30-30? My thoughts are that if it’s zeroed, it’s zeroed. As long as I’m not looking to use it’s BDC or 223 specific features, it should be fine, right?
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Re: 1-4x 20 Scope

Post by Vaquero » Thu Jan 16, 2020 11:56 pm

Yes. ;)

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Re: 1-4x 20 Scope

Post by Vaquero » Thu Jan 16, 2020 11:57 pm

By the way I love my Nikons.

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Re: 1-4x 20 Scope

Post by Redthies » Fri Jan 17, 2020 1:08 am

Thanks RP. I’ve done a bit more research since I posted, and I think it’ll work fine. I found one for 1/2 price, and I think I’m going to pull the trigger.
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Re: 1-4x 20 Scope

Post by Mags » Fri Jan 17, 2020 1:19 am

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Yes and you can probably use the BDC once you figure out how to use it for .30-30 ammo.
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I know a few on here are using and loving the Leupold 1-4x20 scopes. I would just go and get one, but I can get a Nikon M223 for half the price. I’m looking to use this on a .30-30 carbine, and it’s obviously “designed” for .223 rifles. Is there any reason why I couldn’t use this scope for a .30-30? My thoughts are that if it’s zeroed, it’s zeroed. As long as I’m not looking to use it’s BDC or 223 specific features, it should be fine, right?
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Re: 1-4x 20 Scope

Post by BigAl52 » Fri Jan 17, 2020 9:09 am

I have one Redtheis. Its on an AR in 762X39 caliber. It works fine. Havent played with the BDC on it much yet but the size of it should be good on a levergun.
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Re: 1-4x 20 Scope

Post by North Country Gal » Fri Jan 17, 2020 10:44 am

Should work fine and you can use the BDC if you go to the Nikon website and use their software program with your 30-30 load. The downside is the larger eyepiece and objective bell on the Nikon, compared to the Leupold Freedom. The Nikon will be bulkier, so you won't be able to mount it as low as the Leupold on your Henry. Also, not sure where you'll be with the Nikon warranty down the road since Nikon is getting out of the riflescope business. With Leupold, warranty is never an issue, of course.
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Re: 1-4x 20 Scope

Post by Yornoc3 » Fri Jan 17, 2020 12:54 pm

I, too, like the lower power 20mm objective lens variables, particularly on carbines, be they lever action, single shot, or bolt. For sure, the Leupolds are more "trim", as NCG just said; they're still following the old school style streamlined look. Many current scopes, with the bulkier ocular eyepieces and squared up turrets, look to me like they should go on a diet. And don't get me started on "clickable" knobs ;) . But they sure do have good glass :) !
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Re: 1-4x 20 Scope

Post by clovishound » Fri Jan 17, 2020 2:02 pm

My buddy and I were talking the other day and he made the comment that new cheaper scopes are better than the high dollar scopes 30 years ago.

I have a 3-9 40 Nikon on my H001. It is a good scope. I have a Vortex on the .357 BBS and like it just a little better. Biggest difference is a more generous eye relief on the Vortex.
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Re: 1-4x 20 Scope

Post by Vaquero » Fri Jan 17, 2020 3:29 pm

I wouldn't worry about the warranty of the Nikon, I have several, a couple I've had for years.
I have yet to have an issue with any of them.
Other than the fact that NCG mentioned about not getting it as low as the smaller, I say go for it.

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