Scope for a .375 Ruger

[Viral_SIGness]

I'm looking at the Vortex Viper 1-4x24, but also wondering if a quality red dot would be better. What are your thoughts fellas?

 

[Tanks]

What will you use it for and what distance? If going for PG at 300 yards then I'd suggest a 1-8 or so.

 

[375Fox]

I would not put a red dot scope on it. There is no reason you can’t take 300 yard shots with that rifle, putting on a red dot takes away that option.

 

[ActionBob]

Something like a Leupold VX6 1-6 with illuminated reticle can function like a red dot on 1x and let you reach out to 300 yards as well. A higher quality 1-8, also illuminated, even better.

And if a battery fails, it's still a very high quality scope.

 

[Viral_SIGness]

What will you use it for and what distance? If going for PG at 300 yards then I'd suggest a 1-8 or so.

I seen the Vortex Crossfire-II 2-7x32, it has over 4" of eye relief.

I would not put a red dot scope on it. There is no reason you can’t take 300 yard shots with that rifle, putting on a red dot takes away that option.

Yeah, I actually keep forgetting how versatile the cartridge really is. I believe it has the same trajectory as a .338 Win Mag.

 

[Viral_SIGness]

Something like a Leupold VX6 1-6 with illuminated reticle can function like a red dot on 1x and let you reach out to 300 yards as well. A higher quality 1-8, also illuminated, even better.

And if a battery fails, it's still a very high quality scope.

I will look into them. Thanks!

 

[USMA84DAB]

I would go with a Leupold. I have a 2.5-8x36 on my .375 Stainless Alaskan. It rocks!

 

[Standard Velocity]

I would go with a Leupold. I have a 2.5-8x36 on my .375 Stainless Alaskan. It rocks!

This is what I have on my 375 and a 308. In fact I’ll probably replace two other 3.5-10x40’s with this as well. Lightweight with a versatile magnification range.

 

[375 Ruger Fan]

I have a Leupold VX-3 1.5x5x20 on my 375 Ruger.

 

[IdaRam]

I am somewhat skeptical that the Vortex Viper or the Crossfire would stand up well to the recoil of the .375 Ruger.
As has been suggested, a 1-6 or 1-8 is a great option. I have a Leupold VX-6 2x-12x on one of my .375 H&H’s and think it is just about perfect.

 

[USMA84DAB]

.375 Ruger Fan - I have one of those 1.5-5s and it seems to be quite nice as well! I had it originally on my .495 A-Square.

Standard Velocity - you got it!

 

[Viral_SIGness]

Thanks fellas! I will check out the Lueys

 

[Viral_SIGness]

Fellas, I've long been a Zeiss fan, and the V4 1-4x24 I can get for $450. It's a 30mm tube, and I already have 30mm rings with the rifle. My last Conquest scope was AMAZING.

Any thoughts?

 

[Wyatt Smith]

I have one just like that. Haven’t used it yet, but I’m going to mount it on a muzzle loader for this season.
I was actually going to recommend this.

 

[mdwest]

I have one mounted on a 375 H&H. Excellent optic for the money.

 

[lwaters]

I also have the Leupold 1.5 x 5 on my 375 Alaskan.

 

[Viral_SIGness]

I also have the Leupold 1.5 x 5 on my 375 Alaskan.

I can get the VX-3i 1.5-5x20 for less than $400. It has a 1" tube and 20mm objective to collect light. The Zeiss is a 30mm tube (already have the rings) and a 24mm objective.

I hate being indecisive

 

[Wyatt Smith]

Both good choices. You flip a coin and I’ll call it for you.

 

[Viral_SIGness]

My PH wants me to look at the Nikon M-Tactical 1-4x24. Its half the price of the Zeiss, same in every way, even warranty is the same. I may try it for poops & giggles.

 

[Viral_SIGness]

Ignore the highly dangerous poodle in the background. The Nikon came, and it is VERY clear. The 1x still has a slight magnification to it.

I'm going to pulll it back off and finish setting my express sights first.