Field Guide
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11 exact configurations priced above $1,000 and at or below $2,000. Compare options for your budget by brand and optic format.
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A red dot, an LPVO and a conventional scope at the same price are not interchangeable. Start with the format and mounting requirements you need, then compare the exact reticle and configuration.
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3–15x42 · Second Focal Plane · Red HSR-5i MRAD
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Vortex Razor HD LHT 3-15x42mm Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane, Black, Matte Anodized, Red HSR-5i MRAD Reticle, Mil Rad Adjustment, 13.4in, 19.1oz, RZR-31502
Model: RZR31502
$1,048.99
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1–6x24 · First Focal Plane · SR2 MOA
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
EOTech Vudu Rifle Scope, 1-6x24mm, First Focal Plane, SR2 MOA Reticle, Green, VDU1-6FFSR2G
Model: VDU16FFSR2G
$1,078.99
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2.5–10x42 · First Focal Plane · TMR
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Leupold Mark 4HD 2.5-10x42 Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, First Focal Plane, TMR, Black, Small, 183740
Model: 183740
$1,099.99
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4–16x44 · Z-Plex 20
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Zeiss Conquest V4 Riflescope w/Exposed Elevation Turret, 4-16x44mm, .25 MOA, Z-Plex 20 Reticle, Side Parallax, Black, NSN 9013.10.1000, 522931-9920-080
Model: 5229319920080
$1,124.99
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4x32 · Trijicon ACOG 4x32 Scope w/Red Dual Illuminated Doughnut
Compare the dot or reticle format and mounting interface before buying. An unmagnified sight and a fixed-power prism are different formats, not interchangeable scope configurations.
Trijicon ACOG 4x32 Scope w/Red Dual Illuminated Doughnut Reticle BAC-M16/AR15, Black TA31
Model: TA31
$1,269.00
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4.5–30x56 · First Focal Plane · Illuminated APRS12 Mil
A higher-power configuration for deliberate, supported observation and target work. Compare focal plane, reticle units and physical size before choosing.
Athlon Optics Ares ETR Gen 2 UHD 4.5-30x56mm 34mm Tube Rifle Scope, First Focal Plane, Illuminated APRS12 Mil, Black, 212114J
Model: 212114J
$1,299.99
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3–15x44 · Second Focal Plane · Duplex
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Leupold VX-5HD Gen 2 3-15x44mm 30mm Tube Riflescope, Second Focal Plane, CDS-SZL2 Side Focus Duplex Reticle, Black, 183848
Model: 183848
$1,399.99
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1–8x28 · First Focal Plane · Green/Red MOA Segmented Circle
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
Trijicon Credo HX CRHX828 1-8x28mm Rifle Scope, 34 mm Tube, First Focal Plane, Black, Green/Red MOA Segmented Circle Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 2900031
Model: CRHX828C2900031
$1,479.00
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1–6x24 · Second Focal Plane · FireDot Duplex
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
Leupold Patrol 6HD Gen 2 1-6x24mm 30mm Tube Rifle Scope, Second Focal Plane, Illum. FireDot Duplex, 185606
Model: 185606
$1,599.99
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2–12x42 · Second Focal Plane · MOAR
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
NightForce NX6 2-12x42mm F2 30mm Tube Rifle Scope, Second Focal Plane, MOAR Reticle, Black, C731
Model: C731
3.6–18x44 · First Focal Plane · Non-Illuminated TMR
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44mm Rifle Scope, 35 mm Tube, First Focal Plane, Black, Matte, Non-Illuminated TMR Reticle, Mil Rad Adjustment, 173296
Model: 173296
$1,999.99
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