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Hunting Scopes. Low light suggestions?

Discussion in 'Guns & Hunting' started by gunner_20, Nov 18, 2019.

  1. Nov 18, 2019 at 4:33 PM
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    gunner_20

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    Wondering what everyone is using for their hunting glass?

    Im running a Nikon Prostaff 3-9x50 on my 7 mag. I’m not overly impressed with its low light performance at all. Thinking about getting something else. Suggestions for low light performance?
     
  2. Nov 18, 2019 at 4:35 PM
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    Swarovski Z5. I have a Z3 which is amazingly bright and clear but my Z5 will damn near blind you it’s so bright.
     
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  3. Nov 19, 2019 at 5:50 AM
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    Just read some reviews on the Z3 and seems like everyone is happy with the low light performance. They are a little pricey. Anyone using a Leupold in low light?
     
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  4. Nov 19, 2019 at 6:03 AM
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    I have Leupold(s), Nikon(s), and a Discovery. The Leupold(s) are brighter and clearer, they are also the most expensive.
     
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  5. Nov 19, 2019 at 6:34 AM
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    I have a leupold vx3 which is very bright. The vx5 or vx6 with firedot illuminated reticle would be a great choice too.
     
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  6. Nov 20, 2019 at 2:42 PM
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    Any predator hunters out there? What are you using?
     
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  7. Nov 20, 2019 at 2:44 PM
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    Arnold used his wits and a big stick.
     
  8. Nov 20, 2019 at 3:41 PM
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    Nicely done :thumbsup:
     
  9. Jan 18, 2020 at 1:11 PM
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    Look into Vortex . I have a 4x16x50 Diamondback on my 30.06 . I had eye surgery and this scope is awesome with a no questions asked warranty .
     
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  10. Jan 18, 2020 at 1:29 PM
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    Swarovski expensive but good . Vortex better than Leupold in my opinion. I have Leupold binoculars and Vortex . Vortex much clearer and the lifetime no questions asked Warranty . You could shoot a bullet through Vortex binos send them back and they will give you a new pair :thumbsup:
     
  11. Jan 18, 2020 at 1:59 PM
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    I have owned may scopes and it’s always been leupold. Made in America. This from a Canadian
     
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    I dont care that its from 3 years ago. This reply should have stronger options than a simple like. :rofl:
     

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