Of all of the gear that you carry into the woods on your next deer hunting journey, none are more important than your gun, your shells, and your scope. Choosing each piece of equipment and matching them together can mean the difference between bagging a trophy deer and missing the shot. Each item must work perfectly in unison and be ready at the right moment in order for you to assure a perfect shot. With your rifle and shells picked out, the final piece of the puzzle is the scope that will allow you to focus, aim, and ultimately hit your target. Big T Sports has many scopes in stock to suit your every hunting need and to allow you to finally bag the trophy deer. Below we will review some of the more popular deer scopes on the market to assist with your decision; however if you are unsure what all of the numbers and details mean, please check out our article on finding the right scope for your next hunting adventure.
Nikon Buckmaster Rifle Scope 4.5-14X 40 BDC Matte 1"
The Buckmaster Rifle Scope remains one of the most popular deer hunting scopes in Nikon's product line due to its versatility, magnification range, and wide assortment of applications from tree stand, to deer blind, to stalking deer on the move. During the offseason the Buckmaster can also be utilized for small game hunting, including rabbits and other varmints. The Buckmaster features a highly versatile magnification range from 4.5 - 14 x 40SF and has a side-focus parallax adjustment for quick and accurate adjustment with gloved or wet hands, with 1/4" -MOA positive-click adjustments. Like all Nikon scopes, the Buckmaster is 100% waterproof, shockproof, fogproof, and is designed to stand up to a lifetime of hard use. Finished in Matte black the scope has a low reflective surface that matches most deer rifles and will not shine or reflect light that may spook an animal. The Buckmaster is power packed and features:
4.5x-14x Actual Magnification (for sighting most game from deer to rabbits), 40mm objective Diameter (allowing ample light to pass for a clear, bright view, up to 92% light transmission), the BDC reticle gives you an edge in determining the correct hold point before taking your shot and provides reliable aiming to 500 yards, Eye Relief of 3.7"-3.6" (allowing plenty of scope to eye distance for a safe shot for hunters with glasses or for high-powered rifles), and a FOV@ 100yds. of 19.9'-6.8' (allowing for a wide angle view of your target and the surroundings). All of these features are packed in a scope that mounts low on the rifle, weighs just 17.6 oz, and measures only 14.4".
With all of these features in one package, it is no wonder the
Buckmaster Rifle Scope 4.5x-14x 40 BCD Matte is so popular with avid deer hunters.
Nikon Buckmaster Rifle Scope 3-9X 40 Nikoplex Matte 1" Waterproof
Packed with many of the Buckmaster line designs such as waterproof, fogproof, and shock proof features and a full life-time warranty, the Buckmaster Rifle Scope 3x-9x 40 Nikoplex Matte is a great choice for deer hunters. The scope tube is nitrogen filled and sealed with O-rings to offer maximum performance in all field and hunting conditions. The scope is a true all weather and all environment scope that will last through any and all of your hunting adventures. The precision ground and polished optical glass is specially coated with Nikons exclusive Brightvue for extreme clarity, high resolution, and 92% light transmission. The scope boasts positive-click steel-to-brass 1/4" - MOA windage and elevation adjustments to eliminate reticle creep or backlash. Combined with all of the above features the Buckmaster Rifle Scope 3x-9x 40 with Nikoplex and Bullet Drop Compensating reticles allow for easy target acquisition under all lighting conditions and at all ranges.
Technical specifications include:
3x-9x Actual Magnification (for a more precise deer hunting with less blur), 40mm Objective Diameter (optimum lens size for deer hunting applications), Eye Relief of 3.6" (for safety with deer hunting caliber rifles), and FOV @ 100yds of 35.7'-11.9' (for superior sighting of deer on the move or in cover). The scope is Matte black, 13.1" long, 1" diameter, and weighs only 16.1 oz. With an attractive price, bright, clear view, and legendary durability the
Buckmaster Rifle Scope 3x-9x 40 Nikoplex Matte 1" waterproof will be tough to beat by those hunters whose main interests are deer and similar game.
Nikon Prostaff Rifle Scope 3-9X 40 BDC Matte 1"
Your choice of hunting weapon is unique and you need a scope that can match the many choices of guns available. Whether you hunt with a shotgun, high-power centerfire, or a rimfire the Nikon Pro Staff Rifle Scope Series has a model that is perfect for any hunting or shooting need. Like all Nikon scopes it is rugged, durable, waterproof, shockproof, fogproof, and backed by a life-time warranty. Quality multicoated lenses guarantee edge-to-edge sharpness and deliver maximum light transmission and the highest clarity possible. The Prostaff features BDC reticle to give you an edge on determining hold point and the 3x-9x40 BDC offers the versatility required for hunting any type of terrain, heavy timber to wide-open prairie. The Prostaff Series is highly rated by customers and over 95% of product reviewers would recommend the Nikon Scope or would purchase another Nikon Prostaff for another gun. Affordable, durable, versatile, and offering superior quality; the
Nikon Prostaff 3x-9x 40 BDC is an excellent choice for many hunting and shooting applications.
Nikon Tactical Rifle Scope 4-16X 50 Mil-Dot Matte 30mm Side Focus
For the demanding shooter or the hunter looking for the best scope on the market, Nikon offers the Nikon Tactical Rifle Scope 4x-16x 50 Mil-Dot Matte 30mm Side Focus. The construction begins with a ultra-rugged, 30mm 1 piece main body tube manufactured from aircraft grade aluminum that is nitrogen filled and O-ring sealed for guaranteed total waterproof and fogproof performance. The body is then matched with precision ground and polished Eco Glass lenses (containing no lead or arsenic) which are coated with multiple layers of Nikon's proprietary Ultra ClearCoat anti-reflective coatings for unmatched sharpness, resolution, and an unparalleled maximum 99.5% light transmission per lens surface. The etched glass reticles offer the ultimate in shock-and-recoil-proof integrity and features Mil-Dot sight lines. Adjustments are made via a large diameter 1/4-MOA windage and elevation adjustment knobs that allow tactical, audible, and visual verification of each precision movement. The adjustment knobs are ridged, easily operated with gloves or wet hands, and each knob features a highly visible index mark.
The
Nikon Tactical Rifle Scope 4x-16x 50 Mil-Dot Matte 30mm Side Focus is engineered to provide the professional shooter, or avid hunter, unmatched durability, decision-making resolution, and go anywhere ruggedness. With its precision design the Nikon Tactical Rifle Scope will perform flawlessly for tens of thousands of shots and will always be ready for your next hunting or shooting trip. Hunt in style with precision equipment that is sure to give you every advantage in the field and is guaranteed to never let you down. When you are ready for a scope that is built to exacting standards, it is time to step up to the Nikon Tactical Rifle Scope.
Specifications Include:
4x-16x Actual Magnification, 44mm Objective Lens Diameter, FOV @ 100yds of 26.2'-16.6', Eye Relief of 3.5"-3.7", and Mil-Dot Reticle. The scope measures 14.8 inches and weighs in at 25.4 ounces.
Bushnell E4200 Rifle Scope 3-9X 40 Matte 1"
Bushnell has produced the E4200 Rifle Scope to be rugged, useful, and to outperform all other scopes on the market. The one-piece tube is manufactured from aluminum and titanium alloy and is hammer-forged to be 30% stronger than traditional aluminum tubes for outstanding performance and unrivaled durability. The result is a tube that is Magnum recoil-proof constructed and is recoil tested to 10,000 rounds of .357 H&H magnum. The tube is dry nitrogen filled and sealed to be waterproof, shockproof, and fogproof and the lenses are specially coated with Bushnell's exclusive hydrophobic Rainguard coating to disperse moisture and allow you to see around moisture. This makes the
Bushnell E4200 the perfect bad weather or all condition deer hunting scope. All lenses are specially coated also to produce the brightest scope in the world, which boasts 95% light transmission at 550nm. Focus is done via a 1/4 MOA fingertip windage and elevation adjustment which is audible and resettable. Bushnell is so sure of the Elite Series Scopes that they come with a one-year "no questions asked" replacement and the Elite Bullet-proof warranty.
Technical Specs:
3x-9x Actual Magnification, 40mm Objective lens, Eye Relief of 3.3", and FOV @100 yds of 33.8'-11.53'.
Bushnell Sportsman Rifle Scope 3-9X 32 Multi-X Matte 1" 13.5oz 0.25MOA
The Bushnell Sportsman Rifle Scope 3x-9x 32 Multi-X is a great all-round deer hunting scope that has all the features needed for a successful hunt at a very affordable price. The scope features a fast-focus eyepiece for superior clarity, 1/4 MOA fingertip windage and elevation adjustments, easy grip power change ring, a rigid 1" tube that is waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, and the optics are multi-coated for quality light transmission. The Bushnell Sportsman Scope is designed with many features of a more expensive scope and is aimed at a hunter on a budget or a hunter who just needs a good reliable scope that will perform well in the field. Don't let the lower price fool you, as the
Bushnell Sportsman Rifle Scope is a well constructed and very good quality scope. This scope is great for rifles and shotguns and is useful for both deer and turkey.
Leupold VX-I Rifle Scope 2-7X 33 Wide Duplex Matte 1"
Leupold has been offering Americas favorite Rifle Scopes for 4 generations and the Leupold VX-I carries the same heritage and must pass the same stringent impact and water tests as top of the line scopes. The Leupold VX-I Rifle Scope features everything a hunter could ask for in a rugged, well-designed, and affordable package. The VX-I features a bright, crisp picture in all lighting conditions, edge-to-edge sharpness, plenty of eye relief (4.2"-3.7"), and repeatable accuracy. The VX-I not only features a versatile range of magnification for a variety of hunting situations, but also has a wide field of view (FOV @ 100yds of 43.2'-17.3'). The 33mm objective bell makes the scope very easy to mount close to the rifle for added maneuverability through brush and undergrowth and makes the scope useful in close cover and open field situations. If you've always wanted to own a high-quality, affordable, American-made scope, now you can. The accuracy, dependability, and quality of the
Leupold VX-I are simply an unbeatable value.
Big T Sports offers a wide variety of scopes for many applications from shooting sports, varmint hunting, deer and turkey hunting, or a variety of other game hunting. Choosing the right scope is very important and we only provide the best and most accurate information to allow you to make an informed choice. Please take a moment to check out our scope articles and our hunting terminology sections to further educate yourself on hunting tactics, techniques, and language. At Big T Sports we have the products and information to make your next hunting adventure a success.
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