Crosswire and Tappered Post Scope for 375 magnum

[Bapu]

Gentlemen I am looking for a low power scope for my 375 magnum pre 64 preferably crosswire and tappered post reticule. I would be hunting man-eaters mainly leopards only. This would continue the whole night with an aid of a spotlight.
Would appreciate feedbacks and advise also. Thank you.

 

[Longwalker]

I have never hunted man eaters, but have hunted at night, with both crosswire&tapered post reticle and with more modern lighted reticle. The illuminated reticle is far superior in my opinion. Please consider the scopes that German and other European hunters use for hunting wild boar at night.
I personally have scopes from Docter optic, S&B, Zeiss, and Leupold with illuminated reticles. Each are superior to aim with in dark conditions compared to my best quality and otherwise excellent S&B, Zeiss, Kahles, and Swarovski scopes that do not have this feature. If you ever find yourself needing to take a shot when the spotlight has not sufficiently revealed your target, you will be glad you have a bright dot for an aiming point.
May I suggest Optics Trade in Slovenia as a good source of appropriate optics. They ship worldwide and have given me good advice and service.

 

[Bapu]

Sir thank you very much for your reply. So as I understand you are suggesting 4A illuminated reticle? What objective size 24 or 42?Also which German scope company you would recommend? Any idea how are the new Leica Amplus scope? Thank you.

 

[Longwalker]

I would have full confidence in any of the main German / Austrian scope manufacturers products, for me which one to choose comes down to personal preference, availability and price.
The Leica amplus 1-6 looks good on their website. The smaller objective size is no disadvantage in the low powered model appropriate for hunting dangerous game. It will transmit all the light your eye can use.
I have a little concern about Leica advertising “extra fine” centre crosswire on the 4a reticle. That’s nice for target work, but if the battery goes dead, it is difficult to aim in dark conditions without the lighted reticle. If the light is reliable, of course it is no problem.
That scopes compact dimensions and small objective should allow mounting low and close to the barrel for quick instinctive shooting. The rotary light switch is a better system than buttons as used on Leupold scopes. Capped elevation turret is superior to quick adjust dial on a dangerous game scope. So the Leica looks like a good candidate.
Good luck in your search for a scope and wishing you success on your hunts!

 

[Bapu]

I would have full confidence in any of the main German / Austrian scope manufacturers products, for me which one to choose comes down to personal preference, availability and price.
The Leica amplus 1-6 looks good on their website. The smaller objective size is no disadvantage in the low powered model appropriate for hunting dangerous game. It will transmit all the light your eye can use.
I have a little concern about Leica advertising “extra fine” centre crosswire on the 4a reticle. That’s nice for target work, but if the battery goes dead, it is difficult to aim in dark conditions without the lighted reticle. If the light is reliable, of course it is no problem.
That scopes compact dimensions and small objective should allow mounting low and close to the barrel for quick instinctive shooting. The rotary light switch is a better system than buttons as used on Leupold scopes. Capped elevation turret is superior to quick adjust dial on a dangerous game scope. So the Leica looks like a good candidate.
Good luck in your search for a scope and wishing you success on your hunts!

Sir, thank you very much for your valuable feedback. It will certainly help me in making my decision. As I said earlier I am also little confused between 24 vs 42 objective. Thank you.

 

[SFRanger7GP]

I have the Leica Amplus 1-6i on my 416 Rigby. It does not have a lighted reticle, just a red dot in the center that can be brightened and dimmed via left turret. I hunted with it during our 30 days in Limpopo. I turned the scope on when I loaded the rifle in the morning and turned it off when I cleared the rifle in the evening. I estimate 250+ hours on the battery.

I have red dot reticle/lighted reticle scopes from Kahles, Leica, Trijicon, Leupold and Meopta. Although good, I would rate the Leupold red dot with reticle at the bottom and the Leica and Trijicon at the top. The Leupold illuminated dots always seem to have a bit of blur/washout/smear around the edges. Just not near as sharp as the others. I asked the Leupold reps at DSC about it and they said it was my aging eyes. When I told them I don't have the issue with Kahles, Leica, Trijicon or Meopta, they gave me the "why is he doing this look" and wanted to show me their newest line of Hubble telescope replicas.

Safe hunting

 

[Bapu]

Sir, thank you for your feedback. Is the centre crosswire thin ? If by chance the battery is down then the thin centre crosswire will be lost in the thick bush. Thank you.

 

[Bapu]

I would have full confidence in any of the main German / Austrian scope manufacturers products, for me which one to choose comes down to personal preference, availability and price.
The Leica amplus 1-6 looks good on their website. The smaller objective size is no disadvantage in the low powered model appropriate for hunting dangerous game. It will transmit all the light your eye can use.
I have a little concern about Leica advertising “extra fine” centre crosswire on the 4a reticle. That’s nice for target work, but if the battery goes dead, it is difficult to aim in dark conditions without the lighted reticle. If the light is reliable, of course it is no problem.
That scopes compact dimensions and small objective should allow mounting low and close to the barrel for quick instinctive shooting. The rotary light switch is a better system than buttons as used on Leupold scopes. Capped elevation turret is superior to quick adjust dial on a dangerous game scope. So the Leica looks like a good candidate.
Good luck in your search for a scope and wishing you success on your hunts!

Sir , have put a mail to optic trade waiting for their response. Thank you.

 

[ZG47]

Any magnification ratio higher than 3x is going to have a negative impact on snap shooting and any other standing shots in the field. You need at least an 8mm exit pupil in my experience, for rapid/reactive shooting. It is NOT just the opening diameter of the iris in your eye that you have to consider. You have the back and forth movement between your eye and the ocular lens PLUS what is called 'eye pupil'. The pupil of your eye moves up, down, left and right; in order to obtain correct focus.
I suggest that you carefully scrutinize the full specification of any optic you wish to purchase, especially because: at the lowest magnification, a sighting telescope might only use half the diameter, I.e. one quarter of the usable area of the objective lens.
Best of luck with your search.

 

[Bapu]

Any magnification ratio higher than 3x is going to have a negative impact on snap shooting and any other standing shots in the field. You need at least an 8mm exit pupil in my experience, for rapid/reactive shooting. It is NOT just the opening diameter of the iris in your eye that you have to consider. You have the back and forth movement between your eye and the ocular lens PLUS what is called 'eye pupil'. The pupil of your eye moves up, down, left and right; in order to obtain correct focus.
I suggest that you carefully scrutinize the full specification of any optic you wish to purchase, especially because: at the lowest magnification, a sighting telescope might only use half the diameter, I.e. one quarter of the usable area of the objective lens.
Best of luck with your search.

Sir, thank you for your reply. Please suggest a scope as I am not good with all this. Should I have a low magnification with 24 or 42 objective? Thank you.

 

[ZG47]

I suggest that you try out one of your existing ‘scopes’ on your rifle, to see how the rifle handles with that scope and how well the combination works for snapshots, including working of the action. Note down the pros and cons, put your piece of paper down, then pick up the rifle a day or two later to see if your notes still apply.
Once you have taken those steps, make a list of what you NEED and what you would LIKE TO HAVE; in a new night-shooting scope for that rifle. Next step is to establish a budget, which may include a new set of ring-mounts to attach the scope to your rifle. Then start looking for a scope. A straight tube scope is typically the most practical for your type of shooting BUT the new setup has to work for you. You can buy a one piece ring-mount if you choose a short scope with an objective bell.
NB If you want to determine the brightest magnification setting on a scope, wait till the evening, point it at something dark, like green leaves on a tree and adjust the magnification until you have determined the brightest setting. On a good 3-9x scope, I would expect the setting to be in the 5.5x to 6x range. The brightest setting will have a slightly smaller exit pupil than the maximum achievable with that particular scope and the magnification might be higher than practical for your needs. This is one reason why 1.5-5 and 1.25-4x straight-tube scopes are so popular for stalking and driven hunting; especially when they come with 30mm tubes which allow a 24mm useable objective lens diameter.
Regardless of my implied preferences DO NOT buy a scope simply because I or any other AH member likes it. Determine what works best for you, within your budget and go from there.
As a carpenter, I have come across a number of well made hand/power tools that do not work for me but are perfect for another tradesperson or one of our apprentices and vice versa. Rifles and scopes are exactly the same, in that regard. Have a good week and a pleasant time drooling over nice optics!

 

[Bapu]

I suggest that you try out one of your existing ‘scopes’ on your rifle, to see how the rifle handles with that scope and how well the combination works for snapshots, including working of the action. Note down the pros and cons, put your piece of paper down, then pick up the rifle a day or two later to see if your notes still apply.
Once you have taken those steps, make a list of what you NEED and what you would LIKE TO HAVE; in a new night-shooting scope for that rifle. Next step is to establish a budget, which may include a new set of ring-mounts to attach the scope to your rifle. Then start looking for a scope. A straight tube scope is typically the most practical for your type of shooting BUT the new setup has to work for you. You can buy a one piece ring-mount if you choose a short scope with an objective bell.
NB If you want to determine the brightest magnification setting on a scope, wait till the evening, point it at something dark, like green leaves on a tree and adjust the magnification until you have determined the brightest setting. On a good 3-9x scope, I would expect the setting to be in the 5.5x to 6x range. The brightest setting will have a slightly smaller exit pupil than the maximum achievable with that particular scope and the magnification might be higher than practical for your needs. This is one reason why 1.5-5 and 1.25-4x straight-tube scopes are so popular for stalking and driven hunting; especially when they come with 30mm tubes which allow a 24mm useable objective lens diameter.
Regardless of my implied preferences DO NOT buy a scope simply because I or any other AH member likes it. Determine what works best for you, within your budget and go from there.
As a carpenter, I have come across a number of well made hand/power tools that do not work for me but are perfect for another tradesperson or one of our apprentices and vice versa. Rifles and scopes are exactly the same, in that regard. Have a good week and a pleasant time drooling over nice optics!

Sir thank you. Back here in India there are no scopes available we have to import them. At present I have a S&B 1.5-6x42 on my 30-06 and the 375 magnum was open sight. But now I am ageing and therefore need a scope. I think will try the Leica 1-6x24 Amplus. Will have to play a blind game unfortunately. Thank you.

 

[ZG47]

Sir thank you. Back here in India there are no scopes available we have to import them. At present I have a S&B 1.5-6x42 on my 30-06 and the 375 magnum was open sight. But now I am ageing and therefore need a scope. I think will try the Leica 1-6x24 Amplus. Will have to play a blind game unfortunately. Thank you.

Comes to all of us. I will be sixty this year and probably have half a dozen pairs of +1.5 glasses lying around the place; in addition to a pair of 2.5x glasses for changing batteries in vehicle alarm remotes and reading tiny little laser etched serial numbers, etc.. Sounds like an excellent optic choice. Have fun.

 

[Bapu]

Comes to all of us. I will be sixty this year and probably have half a dozen pairs of +1.5 glasses lying around the place; in addition to a pair of 2.5x glasses for changing batteries in vehicle alarm remotes and reading tiny little laser etched serial numbers, etc.. Sounds like an excellent optic choice. Have fun.

Thank you.

 

[KJE81]

Some illuminated riflescopes has a feature which automatically turns of the illumination when the gun is not in a firing position. Like my current Swarovski Z8i 1-8x24 and for example the Minox ZE5.2 1-5x24 which I had on another gun probably more models from other makers aswell. Both of these scopes also have a compartment for a spare battery aswell.

 

[Bapu]

Some illuminated riflescopes has a feature which automatically turns of the illumination when the gun is not in a firing position. Like my current Swarovski Z8i 1-8x24 and for example the Minox ZE5.2 1-5x24 which I had on another gun probably more models from other makers aswell. Both of these scopes also have a compartment for a spare battery aswell.

Sir thank you for your reply. How is the Minox scope?

 

[PerH]

Leupold illuminated ones is one to look at also. They have this one which are within the parameters

https://www.leupold.com/vx-freedom-3-9x50-illum-firedot-twilight-hunter-riflescope ( i have previous model on my 7x57 Mauser)

VX-3HD 1.5-5x20 CDS-ZL Illum. FireDot Twilight Hunter

The VX®-3HD 1.5-5x20mm delivers legendary performance and extreme clarity in an incredibly tough, lightweight package. It's the perfect workhorse for those close to mid-range shots.

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Or this one

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Noblex is new name for old Zeiss Jena factory in former East Germany. Good quality and versatile scope.


Czech Meopta are a good ,versatile one . Good lenses, versatile and lightweight . Much value they offer.

Meopta Sports Optics - European premium optics

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Meopta Sports Optics - European premium optics

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Bit smaller version, but much the same.

 

[PerH]

Meopta Sports Optics - European premium optics

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[Bapu]

Sir to honest I would prefer a reticule as attached herewith. Preferably 1.5-6x42 and not bigger. I also like simple scope and not very complicated with to many confusion. Thank you.

 

[PerH]

VX-3HD 1.5-5x20 CDS-ZL Illum. FireDot Twilight Hunter

The VX®-3HD 1.5-5x20mm delivers legendary performance and extreme clarity in an incredibly tough, lightweight package. It's the perfect workhorse for those close to mid-range shots.

www.leupold.com

Leupold with illuminated reticle is a updated version of their former model, they have long eye distance and is very rugged and habdles very much in recoil and such.

Kaps is a little German maker,mostly known for medical equipment ,i have seen a couple of them. Very good.

A good deal here also on both a illuminated reticle 1.5-6x and binoc.

Ill keep looking further for a illuminated post scope, few of them around sadly.

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