MuleyFever
WKR
Does anyone prefer a red dot to a low power scope? Trying to determine if I should just go with a red dot for my wife's muzzleloader over a 1x scope.
Im probably looking at a max of 200 yards depending on how she does at the range.How far does it hit stuff?
Past 75/100yds I would think that a scope with a reticle is easier for someone who isn't in tune with trajectory and how the dot appears bigger as distance increases.Im probably looking at a max of 200 yards depending on how she does at the range.
How about a 1X scope with an illuminated red dot in the middle of the crosshairs? Might be the best of both worlds.We used 1x scopes for a few years but sold them when they changed the rule. Now its back to 1x so trying to find something and the red dots are about all you can find right now. Thats why I am wondering about them. Ebay has a few scopes but they go for crazy money for what they are.
If anyone has a 1x they want to get rid of, or borrow out for the season, let me know.
I had a 1X Sightron and gave it to a friend since I didn’t think I would use it again. Drew a UT muzzy tag this year so called my buddy and said hey Id like to use that scope I gave you. Well he sold it. Now Im in the hunt for another. None of the 1X hopes are great but that one was usable.I have both and the red dot is probably easier for most people to learn to use since your eye doesn’t have to be aligned as precisely, and is probably safer for occasional/inexperienced shooters since eye relief is so long. Having said that, I’ll use a 1x scope every time since it’s soooo easy to use compared to a high powered scope, and instead of a fuzzy red thing there is a nice sharp reticle - it just feels more natural.
I have a 1x Sightron that isn’t made anymore and they have sold used on eBay between $100 and $400. It seems like a good medium-quality scope with very bright lenses.