Author Topic: scope for a raging bull .480 (Read 687 times)

mtngator · « **on:** August 12, 2003, 02:50:48 PM »

Just bought a taurus raging bull .480, what kind of scope should I get?

Zeus · « **Reply #1 on:** August 13, 2003, 02:13:56 AM »

Leupold. 2x is sufficient for me but I have started using a 4x that is starting to seem like the perfect medium power. Check out ebay for some of them. I got my new 4x for around $160 shipped and it was still in the box. There are some good deals on them sometimes there. GS

ssmith_1187 · « **Reply #2 on:** August 13, 2003, 06:02:42 AM »

mtngator,

I have a Ruger Super Redhawk (.44 Mag. - 7 1/2" barrel) topped with a Leupold M8 - 2X scope and this past Sunday I put six shots on the paper from 100 yards with the following results (all measurements are to the center of the bullet hole):

3.21250"
2.21875"
2.84375"
1.09375"
0.62500"
0.56250"

For an average of 1.77604" from the center of the target.

I only have 150 rounds through the gun right now and I am still learning where the trigger breaks...however, the Leupold is doing its job. Great Scope with CRYSTAL clear optics. Any adjustments I have made have been right on.

I suggest that whatever scope you do chose, lap the scope rings before mounting the scope.

Steve

Questor · « **Reply #3 on:** August 13, 2003, 06:36:34 AM »

I really like the Leupold 2x also. I'd buy another one.

mtngator · « **Reply #4 on:** August 13, 2003, 12:56:26 PM »

I had a Leupold 3x9 on one of my rifles, so I know the quality is great. I will check out ya'll's suggestions.

TScottO · « **Reply #5 on:** August 13, 2003, 01:01:43 PM »

I have three different types red dots, 2 loopy 2x, and a bushnell elite 2-6. Cast my vote for the loopies.

scott

mtngator · « **Reply #6 on:** August 13, 2003, 01:09:07 PM »

That was going to be my next question. I would think a red dot would be better in heavy brush , such as we have in FL. not many opportunities for long shots in the palmettos and pines here in the central part of the state.