Field Guide
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11 exact configurations priced above $250 and at or below $500. 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.
For a different budget, choose another price band above or compare the full scope and sight range.
3–12x42 · SC Plex
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Burris Fullfield 3-12x42mm 1in Tube SC Plex Riflescope, Black, 201531
Model: 201531
$259.99
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1–6x24 · Second Focal Plane · Illuminated BDC6
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
SIG SAUER Tango MSR LPVO Rifle Scope, 1-6x24mm, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane, Illuminated BDC6 Reticle, Black, SOT61000
Model: SOT61000
$262.99
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4–16x44 · First Focal Plane · VHR
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Arken Optics 4-16X44 30mm Tube First Focal Plane Rifle Scope, MRAD, VHR, EPL4-4161VHR
Model: EPL44161VHR
65 MOA Circle
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.
Holosun HS510C Open Reflex Sight 1x, 2 MOA Dot, 65 MOA Circle Reticle, Black HS510C
Model: HS510C
$309.99
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4–16x44 · First Focal Plane · Non-Illuminated EBR-2C MOA
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Vortex Diamondback Tactical FFP 4-16x44mm Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, First Focal Plane, Black, Hard Anodized, Non-Illuminated EBR-2C MOA Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 14.1in, 23.1oz, DBK-10026
Model: DBK10026
$319.49
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1–8x24 · Second Focal Plane · Red AR-BDC3
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8x24mm Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane, Black, Matte Anodized, Red AR-BDC3 Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 10in, 17.4oz, SE-1824-2
Model: SE18242
$349.49
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1–6x24 · Second Focal Plane · ACSS Nova Fiber Wire
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
Primary Arms SLx 1-6x24mm Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane, ACSS Nova Fiber Wire Reticle, Black, 610183
Model: 610183
$349.99
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3–15x44 · First Focal Plane · EBR-7C 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 Venom 3-15x44 FFP EBR-7C MRAD Riflescope, 34mm Tube, Black, 17.5x 4.5x 4.0, 13.3in, 28.8oz, VEN-31502
Model: VEN31502
$374.49
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3–9x40 · Second Focal Plane · Non-Illuminated 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-Freedom 3-9x40mm Rifle Scope, 1 in Tube, Second Focal Plane, Black, Matte, Non-Illuminated Duplex Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 174182
Model: 174182
$399.99
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3–12x40 · Second Focal Plane · CSHR-W
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Maven CRS.1 3-12x40 SFP CSHR-W
Model: B0FNSX6355
$425.00
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5–25x56 · First Focal Plane · VPR
A higher-power configuration for deliberate, supported observation and target work. Compare focal plane, reticle units and physical size before choosing.
Arken Optics Gen 2 EP 5 5-25x56mm 34mm Tube First Focal Plane Illuminated Rifle Scope, Zero Stop, MOA Turret Graduation, VPR Reticle, Black, EP5GII-5250VPR
Model: EP5GII5250VPR
