Top Tier Rifle Optics
Another thing to think about whenever looking for a good optic is clarity. Some people seem to think that high magnification is better for long distances, but it’s not true. There is something to be said for too high of magnification and even on dark rainy days, you may notice the difference between a cheap scopes ability to see in low light in comparison to higher end scopes. A good 3-9×40 scope can be better than a cheap 6.5-20×40 in low light.
In my many years of being on the firing line, one of the top tier rifle optics I see at the long distance ranges are Nikon Rifle scopes. Nikon has had a tried and tested line of optics that can be used for long distance accuracy, clarity and adjustability. Nikon rifle optics are reliable tools that I have first hand witnessed tack drive whenever the operator was up to it. Rifle scopes need to be clear and reliable when shooting long distances. The ability to hold zero becomes obvious when shooting beyond 100yds because those flingers at 100yds will be misses at 600yds if you don’t have a good scope.
Binoculars are a very versatile tool. The reality is this, a good pair of binoculars is just an extension of your eyes. What do you use your eyes for? Binoculars can be used for eveything you use your eyse for. Nikon Binoculars come in fixed power from 7×32 – 10-22×50. When you are looking for a good pair of binoculars, keep in mind that some of the best views are with the medium and larger sizes and they can get heavy real fast. If you are looking for high magnification you may want to think about spotting scopes instead since they are normally used with tripods.
Choosing the right riflescope is as important as choosing the right rifle – many experts agree that it can be even more critical to the success of a hunt. The fact that most rifles today no longer come equipped with iron sights is testament alone to the need for a telescopic sight, but it is the quality of the sight that can make the difference between getting your riflescope’s crosshairs on a trophy or going home empty handed.