Spotting scopes?

[Fly]

I want to buy a spotting scope, but don't want to break the bank.I have
a old one that I used for black powder, it's 20x40 power but just does
not cut it at 100 yd's or so.

What power would you think I would need at 100 yards & what price should
I expect to pay?

 

[ez bake]

I want to buy a spotting scope, but don't want to break the bank.I have
a old one that I used for black powder, it's 20x40 power but just does
not cut it at 100 yd's or so.

What power would you think I would need at 100 yards & what price should
I expect to pay?

20x should be more than enough to see plenty at 100yds. Chances are, you're spotter isn't clear enough - clarity more than makes up for magnification in most cases.


Depending on what you consider breaking the bank, there's a good one made by Burris - its crystal clear and very compact (and only $138 - I actually own this model).

http://www.opticsplanet.net/burris-12x-24x-50mm-compact-spotter-spotting-scope.html

I can read words on road-signs a mile away with mine.

 

[Leadlobber]

I use a Bushnell Spacemaster listed for around $200. at opticsplanet mine is 15-60 voom lens I can easily see .22 holes at 200yds.With most optics you get what you pay for .

 

[1911user]

I have this one and it works fine for 22 holes at 200 yards with good lighting. The price is $50-60 higher than 2 years ago.
http://www.opticsplanet.net/konus-konuspot-80-80mm-3-1-spotting-scope.html

 

[Leadlobber]

I can see where a 80mm lens would be a real plus I bought mine several years ago from a friend.

 

[_CY_]

laid out the extra $$$$ to get a Bausch & Lomb Elite 20-60 x 80 with the 22x optional eye piece.

clearest long optic I've used used... have never regretted.

 

[ez bake]

If you've got the cash, here's one I really want:

http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showgallery&Number=1456336

45x FFP mil-dot - good for range-finding - runs about $400 (that's a lot of value for a $400 spotter).

 

[StammesOpfer]

Ok while it is no where near some of the others listed if your really looking for a good price. Look at academy with the added bonus of being able to look through one before buying they have a decent Game Winner branded 15-45X60 for $60. I bought one yesterday as a cheapo one that I can throw around and not worry about.

 

[Traxxis]

I agree with EZ Bake... I have a 36 power and I can see .22 holes from 125 yards+. Of course, it helps that I have pretty good vision.

Mine is a Redhead, and I think I paid a little over $100 for it.