Optics for 260 Remington

[Wis65x55]

I am looking to replace the Nikon Monarch scope that I presently have mounted on a Model 7 260 Remington. Shooting distance will be a maximum of 200 yards. I am less than satisfied with the optics presently on the rifle. This rig will be used mostly for hunting/target shooting by my girl-friend. What are my top value choices?
Keith

 

[Too Tall]

Leupold VX-3 in 3.5-10 x 40.

 

[JD338]

Or a VX-3 2.5-8x36mm.

JD338

 

[DrMike]

I topped my grandson's .260 with a VX3 2.5-8X36. It is just about perfect for the cartridge and young eyes.

 

[Wis65x55]

How does the VX2 compare to the VX3?
Keith

 

[truck driver]

I like this one for all around shooting.

 

[Guybo]

My daughter has a Leupold VX2 3x9x40 on her Mod 7 .260 and shoots it very well. Her longest shot on a deer thus far was 225yds and she had no problem putting it in the kill zone at that distance. Its a great combination for her young 14yr old eyes .

 

[FOTIS]

I topped my grandson's .260 with a VX3 2.5-8X36. It is just about perfect for the cartridge and young eyes.

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[Thebear_78]

I just put the 2.5-8 VxIII on a 25 WSSM. Excellent little scope. Really can’t say enough good things about it

 

[Rem Jim]

i gots a bunch of 2.5-8 and 3.5-10 Leupolds and they are the BEST :grin: all round scopes going ! JMHO :wink: RJ

 

[Oldtrader3]

For a .260 to be used inside 200 yards, I would think that a Leupold VXR 3-9x40 would be ideal for that rifle. My son's 6.5x55 has a 3-9x40 Conquest on it.

 

[BK]

VX2 3-9x40, VX3 2.5-8x38, VX3 3.5-10x40

 

[SJB358]

For a .260 to be used inside 200 yards, I would think that a Leupold VXR 3-9x40 would be ideal for that rifle. My son's 6.5x55 has a 3-9x40 Conquest on it.

Those VXR's make great scopes for alot of rifles. I like the one I own, I would take another without much hesitation.

 

[jimbires]

for a good all around scope I think the 3-9x40 Zeiss conquest scopes are hard to beat . they seem to be a good scope for the money .I think I was paying $399 , and was happy with the quality at that price . euro optic has them now , new in the box for $329 . at this price I don't see how you could beat them . I think I'm going to buy another one at this price for a spare .

http://www.eurooptic.com/zeiss-conquest ... 09920.aspx

 

[DrMike]

for a good all around scope I think the 3-9x40 Zeiss conquest scopes are hard to beat . they seem to be a good scope for the money .I think I was paying $399 , and was happy with the quality at that price . euro optic has them now , new in the box for $329 . at this price I don't see how you could beat them . I think I'm going to buy another one at this price for a spare .

http://www.eurooptic.com/zeiss-conquest ... 09920.aspx

That would be a great buy and a wise choice on your part. Spare scopes are always handy to have around.

 

[sask boy]

I just purchased a VX-3 2.5-8X36mm from a Doctor in northern BC :mrgreen:. I am not sure if it is going on my 270win or on the 270WSM . Very clear scope I am a true Leuy fan :wink:.

Blessings,
Dan

 

[BK]

VX2 3-9x40, VX3 2.5-8x38, VX3 3.5-10x40

Or 6x42...

 

[Blkram]

I own a couple of Leupold VX-3 2.5-8x36's and also put them on my wife's 7mm-08 and 250 Savage. Great scope, and keeps the rifle package slim and trim!
Have to say most of my rifles are wearing VX-3 3.5-10x40's, or the older Vari-X III version. No complaints with these scopes at all.
Although I put a Swarovski Z-3 4-12x50 on my 260 Rem in a Sako 85 Varmint Laminated Stainless model, but intend to shoot Silhouette with it some day. (or at least try!!! LOL)

 

[shoots_5]

I've been very happy with my vortex optics. And their warranty and service are about as good as it gets!

http://www.vortexoptics.com/product/vor ... ex-reticle

 

[Dwh7271]

+1 on Vortex Diamondback.(I have 3 of em :grin: )
Good glass for the money. Great warranty. Nice people to talk with also.