Scope for UAS air pistol

[alibi]

Hi, all,

Currently shooting air pistol silhouette using a red-dot scope. I'd like to try an actual scope and judge the difference. This will be strictly for UAS (Creedmoor).

Have been looking at the Bushnell Trophy XLT Pistol Scope, 2-6 x 32mm with a fixed eye relief of 20" which should be just about right however......

They don't list the closest focusing distance of the scope and I doubt without it being an AO lens it could focus down to 10M.

So, my question is would I be disappointed with the clarity of a scope like this being non-AO?

Is there a better scope on the market (price not important) that would offer not only long eye relied but close focusing in 3-4X?

Your help is always appreciated. Thanks!

-dave-
Medford, Oregon

[19Turkeys]

Dave,

Here is a Leupold 4x scope for sale on the web for $150 (used). That's a good deal. http://www.gunsamerica.com/977522433...STOL_SCOPE.htm

You can send it back to Leupold & have the parallax knocked down to 15 or 20 yards (I forget what is the shortest they will do.) then adjust the eyepiece for clarity. The parallax adjustment is only $15. You can take a look at my scope if you are coming to the match (Big Bore) this Sunday. This setup really works! I'll throw it in the truck if you like.

Steve W.

[alibi]

Hey, thanks, Steve!

I just missed that scope by a few minutes as they closed the sale. Found another M8 but it is $219.95 + $10 and looks a little rougher, so I may hold out and keep scanning those used sites.

Won't be able to make BB this Sunday, so I'll have to wait 'till next month to see yours, but I can tell it's the way to go, especially if you're happy with it. Do you remember what the actual eye relief is? Seems like 17-19" is about right for me on the Burris scope on the Anshutz.

Steve, do you think $$230 is too much?

-dave-

[19Turkeys]

Dave,

Here's a site that sells them new. http://swfa.com:80/Leupold-4x28-FX-I...ope-P3271.aspx If the used one is a bit beat up I'd consider new. Leupold lists eye relief at 18". I believe it is closer to 20" to 24". Plus, you can't beat their no nonsense warranty.

Steve W.

[alibi]

Thanks again Steve,

I didn't realize they were still being made, but I think new is the way to go. I e-mailed Leupold concerning the parallex adjustment to get my ducks in a row before purchase. I don't know if I could use standard rings on the Izzy or if I would need one of Ken Lites reverse extension mounts like I have on the Anshutz, but I'm sure you'll know what I need when I get that far.

Thanks again and I'll keep you posted!

-dave-

[19Turkeys]

Dave,

You should not need a KL reverse mount. But, you'll need rings high enough to clear the breach when it opens. I'll e-mail Mooney & see what rings he used. He put the same scope on his UAS gun & darned near beat me in the shoot-off. He hit 8 & I had 9.

Steve W.

[alibi]

Thanks, Steve!

-dave-

[IHMSA15151]

Hi Guys, The set up I used was a B-Square mount and Leupold "Rifleman" see thru rings. I set the scope with about a quarter of an inch of clearance when you open the loading gate. One thing to watch for on the B-Square mount. Make sure when it clamps on the barrel that it doesn't push against the cylinder housing. That will cause your barrel to bend slightly. If you can get a copy of the IHMSA News for Oct. last year the article has some pictures. Dave if you need some more info or pics I can email them to you. Steve

[alibi]

Thanks for the info, Steve!

That's just what I needed. I believe that I now have a B-Square mount on the 46M for the red-dot, so all I need is the 'Rifleman' see thru rings.

I'm waiting to hear from Leupold about the parallex conversion and I also want to do to the hand adjustable elevation/windage knobs rather than the standard screwdriver adjust ones. Might as well get it the way I want from the get-go, yes?

Thanks again to you both!

-dave-

[alibi]

Steve,

I just looked at Leupold see thru rings and they come in a ton of sizes.

The higest appear to be : "Detachable See-Thru High Rings - 1.440"

Does sound like what you have?

-dave-

[IHMSA15151]

Yes, those are the ones. I actually take the scope and rings off the mount and shoot Unlimited with the same gun after shooting UAS. I have done some testing and they repeat quite well when remounted.

As for the scope work, last time I had it done it was $15 for the parallax (I think the closest they do is 20yds. but it helps a lot) and the target turrets were $125 each. I still use a screw driver!!

[alibi]

Thanks for all the good info, Steve!

Wow! $125 each! I may also just use a screwdriver! haha

I'm really looking forward to this new setup. The dot is OK, but those turkeys are sure starting to get smaller the older I get.

I'll let you guys know how it's working out. Perhaps there is another new guy that this thread could help.

Thanks to you both!

-dave-

[19Turkeys]

Hey Dave!

Ron will be jealous.

Steve W.

[alibi]

MoHaHaHa.......

[alibi]

Got one on order from Leupold direct. They were able to adjust the newer model FX-II 4 x 28 scope down to 15 yards, so that's right in the middle.

Caved in and ordered the target knobs as the price dropped to $100 for both windage and elevation.

The only bad thing is they are now out 6-8 weeks on these orders, so I'll have a little wait.

Thanks again for all the help, guys. I'm really excited about this!

-dave-

[19Turkeys]

Now I'm jealous!

Steve W.

[alibi]

Just wanted to thank you both for the great recommendation for a scope.


Just got it and it is absolutely wonderful.


Eye relief appears to be in the order of 22-24”, just as you said. It is focused at 10M, something they are able to do with the new design.

Waiting for the pistol to install it on.


I've never seen a scope as bright as this one. It seems brighter than ambient.


Thanks again for the guidance!

[IHMSA15151]

Wow, that is one sweet looking scope. Now I'm jealous!!!