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Anyone got one of these / able to give me a view on it vs the x5-25 PM11 scope and possible the Sightron equivalent?

Also any one know who is stocking these and what prices they are going for?

Many thanks in anticipation!

Dave,

You don't say what you want the scope for and that will often be a decider. I've tested all the scopes below and honestly, without good lens test-charts in good conditions, it's difficult to separate them. Some lenses may not be quite as sharp but offer better contrast and sometimes this gives a better image. But, I'm just a range shooter and my comments are based on this.

I don't think you will be disappointed with a 12-50 Schmidt. Fabulous optics, built like a tank, foolproof turrets and plenty of elevation adjustment. The only downside is weight. York Guns are still the official UK importer I think. Price? You'll have to shop around! Remember, you can't really have too much power if you shoot a rested rifle so I'd go for the 12-50 over the 5-25.

Sightron 10-50? A great scope at around half the price of a Schmidt. Good optics and build quality and Aimfield Sports offer a great UK back-up. If you look after your equipment and shoot on ranges, the Sightron will serve you just as well as the Schmidt. Personally, I prefer the 8-32 Sightron over the 10-50. The eye-relief is less critical - if that matters.

But, if you are in the 'money no object' bracket, you must consider the March 10-60 - or why not go the whole hog and get an 8-80? This would be my choice - if I didn't already have too many scopes! At 1000 yards, on full power, the image is superb.

Finally, don't forget Nightforce - their 12-42 'Benchrest' model (or 8-32) is still a great scope and good value. Or pay a bit more for an NXS with side-focus. Their latest NXS has a two-turn turret a bit like the Schmidt.

Vince

Gun Pimp wrote:Dave,

You don't say what you want the scope for and that will often be a decider. I've tested all the scopes below and honestly, without good lens test-charts in good conditions, it's difficult to separate them. Some lenses may not be quite as sharp but offer better contrast and sometimes this gives a better image. But, I'm just a range shooter and my comments are based on this.

I don't think you will be disappointed with a 12-50 Schmidt. Fabulous optics, built like a tank, foolproof turrets and plenty of elevation adjustment. The only downside is weight. York Guns are still the official UK importer I think. Price? You'll have to shop around! Remember, you can't really have too much power if you shoot a rested rifle so I'd go for the 12-50 over the 5-25.

Sightron 10-50? A great scope at around half the price of a Schmidt. Good optics and build quality and Aimfield Sports offer a great UK back-up. If you look after your equipment and shoot on ranges, the Sightron will serve you just as well as the Schmidt. Personally, I prefer the 8-32 Sightron over the 10-50. The eye-relief is less critical - if that matters.

But, if you are in the 'money no object' bracket, you must consider the March 10-60 - or why not go the whole hog and get an 8-80? This would be my choice - if I didn't already have too many scopes! At 1000 yards, on full power, the image is superb.

Finally, don't forget Nightforce - their 12-42 'Benchrest' model (or 8-32) is still a great scope and good value. Or pay a bit more for an NXS with side-focus. Their latest NXS has a two-turn turret a bit like the Schmidt.

Vince

Vince its for (mostly prone) range work up to 1000 yards on a Rem 260 currently being built for me by Dave Wylde at Valkyrie rifles (Brill gunsmith!)

I guess the dilemma is that there are Sooo many good scopes out there now that we are spoilt for choice!

Anyhow its comforting to know that the ones I am considering are all good.

I already use the S&B 5-25 PM11 and its great..... the March is painfully expensive so I will probably settle on the new S&B for the sake of consistency of use.

Many thanks for the rapid and valuable feedback.

Dave