Originally Posted by
Jughead
Anybody here have any thoughts on the Barska scope? In particular, the 6-24 x 60. Reviews are all over the place, but seem positive for the most part. I realize this scope falls into the "budget" category, which is what I'm on. I'm not willing to spend $2000+ for my $600 Remington 700. My rifle is currently fitted with a Leupold I 3-9 x 40. Scope is fine, but I'd like to look through something that can take me downrange with a bit more clarity.
Rifle is a Rem 700, .308. "Plaster" Choate stock on a Harris bipod. Will this cheapo scope keep it's zero after a few .308 rounds?
If this is a crap scope, please say so - I've always been a big believer in getting what you pay for.
Always, always, ALWAYS buy the very best optic you can afford. You certainly don't need to drop $3k on a Schmidt & Bender or even $2k on a Nightforce, but you'll never regret buying good glass.
Barska is a cheap Chinese made scope, and I'd personally stay away from it. Big magnification + crappy lenses = terrible clarity & light transmission.
Look into a SWFA SS fixed power scope, Millett TRS, Mueller APT, Falcon Menace, or Vortex Viper. Other good options that I have personal experience with are used Nikon Buckmaster/Monarch or Leupold VX-II. All of these should be in the sub-$400 range.