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Post by potatojudge on Jul 10, 2021 16:23:48 GMT -5
The best we have are Leupold and Burris variable power scopes, and at best they're equivalent to low to mid-level rifle optics and are limited in features.
We need better glass, bigger images, target/zero turrets, drop reticles, 12-14x on the top end, shorter/adjustable/or more forgiving eye relief.
Specialty pistol guys run rifle optics frequently, but these are heavy rigs with compensators that don't recoil enough to scope the shooter. Definitely not an option for the revolver hunter.
Leupold custom shop is gone for the time being, and I haven't seen a lot of aftermarket options for pistol scope upgrades.
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Post by markhampton on Jul 10, 2021 17:54:36 GMT -5
The situation appears to be a numbers game -- and the numbers are not there. And I agree 100%, we handgunners need better optics and choices.
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Post by rangersedge on Jul 10, 2021 18:13:23 GMT -5
Agree. Would also like to see sunshade available for Leupold 2.5x8 handgun scopes. They seem to be threaded for them. Why doesn't Leupold or someone else offer them?
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Post by markhampton on Jul 10, 2021 18:31:17 GMT -5
I don't have the answer. Handgun optics (especially scopes) are a much smaller segment of the shooting industry compared to rifle scopes.
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Post by x101airborne on Jul 10, 2021 18:55:16 GMT -5
I have several handguns that NEED to be upgraded in the scope area. But danged! It seems like Im only able to find scopes that cost as much as the weapon or am stuck with old Leupy's, Burris and Weaver. Cant ONE company step up to the plate?
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Post by zeus on Jul 10, 2021 19:15:14 GMT -5
The best we have are Leupold and Burris variable power scopes, and at best they're equivalent to low to mid-level rifle optics and are limited in features. We need better glass, bigger images, target/zero turrets, drop reticles, 12-14x on the top end, shorter/adjustable/or more forgiving eye relief. Specialty pistol guys run rifle optics frequently, but these are heavy rigs with compensators that don't recoil enough to scope the shooter. Definitely not an option for the revolver hunter. Leupold custom shop is gone for the time being, and I haven't seen a lot of aftermarket options for pistol scope upgrades. Mark and I have discussed this at length as well as some others. I sure wish we would see something one day but I’m not holding my breath.
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Post by 45MAN on Jul 10, 2021 19:20:38 GMT -5
JUST TALKING HERE BUT IF YOUR SHOTS ARE MOSTLY 150 YARDS AND CLOSER THERE ARE PLENTY OF HANDGUN SCOPES THAT WORK WELL, SOME NO LONGER MADE BUT CAN BE FOUND ON EBAY, etc. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR NEW, GOOD & INEXPENSIVE SCOPES YOU JUST MAY BE SOL.
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Post by bullseye on Jul 10, 2021 19:57:22 GMT -5
Handgun hunter's represent a miniscule percent of the optics market...MOST people hunt with rifles, so that's what the optic companies are going to "focus" on. Many years ago, I suffered an injury to my right eye in an automobile accident & was forced to learn to shoot rifles & shotguns left handed...It didn't take me long at all to realize that southpaw's shooter's REALLY get the sh** end of the stick as far as firearms options are concerned... Because they're a much smaller portion of the market... Unfortunately, the same situation applies for handgun hunter's.
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Post by 45MAN on Jul 11, 2021 6:37:23 GMT -5
ONE YEAR AT THE ANNUAL YO HANDGUN HUNTERS HUNT A ZEISS REP WAS THERE WITH A PROTOTYPE VARIABLE HANDGUN SCOPE, SO OBVIOUSLY THEY CAN MAKE THEM, BUT THEY NEVER MADE IT TO PRODUCTION, DO NOT KNOW WHY BUT I AM GUESSING THAT THEIR PRICE, AND OVERALL HANDGUN SCOPE DEMAND, MADE IT IMPRACTICAL.
BTW, I BOUGHT 1 OF THE NEWEST AND BEST LEUPOLD 2.5x8 HANDGUN SCOPES, AND IT WAS NOT CHEAP. HAVE NOT MOUNTED IT YET, NEED TO TRY IT ON SOMETHING BUT WHAT? NEED TO PUT THAT PROJECT IN MY QUEUE.
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Post by bula on Jul 11, 2021 7:11:49 GMT -5
Years ago I had a red dot type sight on a RH, but didn't shoot it any better than my SBH that belt packed, so the dot and RH went. Years down the road, hand issues, glasses, etc.. now two handguns here with scopes. I will say I find them difficult to use. Always thought a dot sight with 2x or so might be the ticket. Does anyone yet offer a dot type sight with magnification ?
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Post by rickiesrevenge on Jul 11, 2021 12:03:46 GMT -5
Handgun hunter's represent a miniscule percent of the optics market...MOST people hunt with rifles, so that's what the optic companies are going to "focus" on. Many years ago, I suffered an injury to my right eye in an automobile accident & was forced to learn to shoot rifles & shotguns left handed...It didn't take me long at all to realize that southpaw's shooter's REALLY get the sh** end of the stick as far as firearms options are concerned... Because they're a much smaller portion of the market... Unfortunately, the same situation applies for handgun hunter's. Yeah, and being left handed AND a handgun hunter makes it even worse!
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Post by potatojudge on Jul 11, 2021 12:52:08 GMT -5
Handgun hunter's represent a miniscule percent of the optics market...MOST people hunt with rifles, so that's what the optic companies are going to "focus" on. Many years ago, I suffered an injury to my right eye in an automobile accident & was forced to learn to shoot rifles & shotguns left handed...It didn't take me long at all to realize that southpaw's shooter's REALLY get the sh** end of the stick as far as firearms options are concerned... Because they're a much smaller portion of the market... Unfortunately, the same situation applies for handgun hunter's. Yeah, and being left handed AND a handgun hunter makes it even worse! Specialty pistols are made for lefties! Either single shot break open or right bolt bolt actions. Just need a lefty or ambi stock.
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Post by jfs on Jul 11, 2021 13:18:16 GMT -5
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Post by alukban on Jul 11, 2021 13:18:31 GMT -5
Honestly, even a red dot with no magnification at all is a game changer for me because I can see the sight (dot) AND the target perfectly with my glasses.
The lack of magnification is actually a good thing because there is also minimal parallax and no eye relief distance/limited “eye box” (the modern parlance).
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Post by jfs on Jul 11, 2021 13:31:53 GMT -5
ONE YEAR AT THE ANNUAL YO HANDGUN HUNTERS HUNT A ZEISS REP WAS THERE WITH A PROTOTYPE VARIABLE HANDGUN SCOPE, SO OBVIOUSLY THEY CAN MAKE THEM, Larry Weishuhn has a Zeiss mounted on his Ruger single action 44...
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