r/canadaguns • u/alfred250 • Apr 03 '26
Buy recommendations First 308, need scope recommendations
Any scope recommendations for my first 308? Mostly for coyotes/targets 300-500 yards on a ~$2500 budget?
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u/goshathegreat Apr 03 '26
That thing is going to kick lol.
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u/alfred250 Apr 03 '26
Yeah… 5.7 lb. At least the hike will be easier!
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u/Romulin-romm Apr 03 '26
Guys it’s a .308 it will not “kick”. My vote is Leupold VX6 3-18x44.
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u/Flat-Dark-Earth Big Bore Specialist Apr 03 '26
While the 308 is not a heavy recoiling cartridge, it will be a little snappy in a light configuration like this. A little less so with rings and scope.
I recently bought a rifle that also weighs 5.7lbs and shot it both in 308 and 6.5CM, the 308 was notably more.
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u/New-Replacement-2352 Apr 03 '26
Don’t think I’ve ever seen a gun like that before, it looks great.
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u/alfred250 Apr 03 '26
I know right?? Had to get it right when i saw it. Its factory 3D printed
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u/Matty_bunns Apr 03 '26
Explain that sick hardware you got on it! Looks great!
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u/alfred250 Apr 03 '26
🤝Its stock! Lupo Alpha limited edition. Thank you!
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u/Matty_bunns Apr 03 '26
Let us know if it was worth it when you take it out in the bush for a few days. Looks light.
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u/Arctelis Apr 03 '26
I do not have a scope recommendation.
I do however, want to say that is one sexy rifle. You could totally pick up chicks with a Benelli Lupo.
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u/alfred250 Apr 03 '26
I bought watches and cars for that but for some reason only impressed other dudes. Hopefully this turns the tables on the lady situation.
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u/Anoklumos Apr 03 '26
Consider looking at the Nightforce NX8 line (e.g. 4-32 or 2.5-20) or their upcoming NX6 releasing later this year. They can be found used in the 2500-2800 range depending on the model.
IMO you won't find a more durable scope on the market for the weight. You might be able to save a couple oz with a Leupold, but the reassurance that your scope will never go down in the field or on an extended hunt is worth it to go NF.
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u/moose_338 Apr 03 '26
It's a shame the leapold mark 5hd 3.6-18 is out of budget it's like the perfect scope for a light weight build.
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u/Timelesturkie Apr 03 '26
I have like 6 vortexes at this point, always good bang for your buck and a rock solid warranty with easy customer service. You could drop your scope out if a treestand and you’ll have a new one the next week.
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u/DougMacRay617 Apr 03 '26
Am i the only one that thinks this would be unpleasant to shoot? And for optics you gotta go leupold, night force or sworavski
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u/DanglyWrangler Apr 03 '26
Looks like there’s some holes in your gun, might want to get those fixed first
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u/red_piper222 Apr 03 '26
That beauty should have a Swarovski on it for sure