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11-27-2013, 08:48 PM
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Lyman 25x Scope
Have a line on a Lyman 25x LWBR. Would this be a good choice for my Sako Varmint in .222 for benchrest shooting?
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11-27-2013, 09:00 PM
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Back in the day they had a good following. Don't see many now, but if the price is right should be decent. Not sure who is still servicing them but if need be you might find someone.
I would stick with the Weaver T series or B&L scopes....maybe even a leupold.
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11-27-2013, 09:08 PM
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If you don't want it I know someone who does..... good glass
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Trades I would interested in:
- Sightron rifle scopes, 4.5x14x42mm or 4x16x42mm
especially! with the HHR reticle. (no duplex pls.)
- older 6x fixed scopes with fine X or target dot.
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11-27-2013, 09:18 PM
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I want to be in the $500-$600 range. What would be my best choice for bench rest shooting less than 300 yds. Fixed power I'm assuming? What power? Any ideas? Thanks.
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11-27-2013, 10:36 PM
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Originally Posted by 6.5 shooter
If you don't want it I know someone who does..... good glass
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How much would you pay for a Lyman 25x LWBR in like new condition?
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11-27-2013, 11:18 PM
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The Lyman 25 was an optically good scope which seemed to have occasional mechanical difficulties. A Leupold 24 of the same vintage is a far better scope. I competed for several years with both and preferred the Leupold by a wide margin.
For serious BR shooting, power in the 36X range and higher is preferred but a person can still do good work with a 24X if his eyes are sharp. Leeper
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11-28-2013, 06:30 AM
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Originally Posted by RPIcka
I want to be in the $500-$600 range. What would be my best choice for bench rest shooting less than 300 yds. Fixed power I'm assuming? What power? Any ideas? Thanks.
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Weaver 36X is by far the best bargain in its performance range. In my opinion it is much superior to the discontinued Leupold 36 BR. You can buy them new in your price range.
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11-28-2013, 07:52 AM
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Originally Posted by DaleJ
Weaver 36X is by far the best bargain in its performance range. In my opinion it is much superior to the discontinued Leupold 36 BR. You can buy them new in your price range.
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Do you know a place to get a new Weaver?
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11-28-2013, 08:35 AM
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Try Joe at RPS International
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11-28-2013, 07:48 PM
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Originally Posted by RPIcka
Do you know a place to get a new Weaver?
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Mystic precision, has them as well
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Trades I would interested in:
- Sightron rifle scopes, 4.5x14x42mm or 4x16x42mm
especially! with the HHR reticle. (no duplex pls.)
- older 6x fixed scopes with fine X or target dot.
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11-28-2013, 08:30 PM
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Originally Posted by 6.5 shooter
Mystic precision, has them as well
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I e-mailed Jerry and he says he doesn't do them anymore due to "the scopes have to be sent to the US for warranty and I have no way to support the product - there may be issues with export/ reimport." And suggests Sightron instead.
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11-28-2013, 11:19 PM
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Originally Posted by RPIcka
I e-mailed Jerry and he says he doesn't do them anymore due to "the scopes have to be sent to the US for warranty and I have no way to support the product - there may be issues with export/ reimport." And suggests Sightron instead.
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Post #9. Joe at RPS Int. has Weaver 36X on his stock list. In the years I used the Weaver 36X scopes I never had a problem. Weaver probably shut Mystic out for not carrying stock.
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11-29-2013, 12:13 AM
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Originally Posted by DaleJ
Post #9. Joe at RPS Int. has Weaver 36X on his stock list. In the years I used the Weaver 36X scopes I never had a problem. Weaver probably shut Mystic out for not carrying stock.
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Would you pick a Weaver over a Sightron? Also, is 36x too much for 100 yds or should I look at 24x or similar?
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11-29-2013, 06:29 AM
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Have no experience with the 36X Sightron, but I have several Sightron SIII's variables and they seem to work okay. For 100 yd shooting the 24X will show bullet holes, but it won't at 200 yds. The Sightron SIII 6-24 LRMOA has 100 MOA vertical and is a good choice for most shooting from 100 yds to one mile. ($1000.00 price range)
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11-29-2013, 10:25 AM
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I still have no problem picking out bullet holes at 200 with a Leupold 24; as long as said holes are not in the black. I can also see OK through a 6-24 Weaver I have. I have looked at some Sightron scopes and they look OK but I have not used one. Leeper
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11-29-2013, 11:11 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Leeper
I still have no problem picking out bullet holes at 200 with a Leupold 24; as long as said holes are not in the black. I can also see OK through a 6-24 Weaver I have. I have looked at some Sightron scopes and they look OK but I have not used one. Leeper
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The price of the Weaver appeals to me. I'm just not sure on 24x or 36x. I'm from a small town to scope selection is very minimal so I don't really have the opportunity to try before I buy. I'm looking for as much opinions and help as possible. Thanks guys.
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11-29-2013, 03:28 PM
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For a serious short range BR rifle, I would be inclined to go with the 36. For use at longer ranges or for "F" class, I would lean toward the 24X. The main thing I like about a 24 over a 36 is the greater depth of field which enables me to see and read mirage better. The trade-off is that definition is not as good. It is a little more difficult to hold as precisely with a 24 as with a 36. Neither one is particularily good for field use but the 24 is better. In truth, if one wants to use the rifle for varmints as well as target, that is where the variable comes into it's own and a 6-24X will be very useful. Leeper
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11-29-2013, 03:56 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Leeper
For a serious short range BR rifle, I would be inclined to go with the 36. For use at longer ranges or for "F" class, I would lean toward the 24X. The main thing I like about a 24 over a 36 is the greater depth of field which enables me to see and read mirage better. The trade-off is that definition is not as good. It is a little more difficult to hold as precisely with a 24 as with a 36. Neither one is particularily good for field use but the 24 is better. In truth, if one wants to use the rifle for varmints as well as target, that is where the variable comes into it's own and a 6-24X will be very useful. Leeper
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The gun will be a dedicated bench rest gun shooting under 300yds. So Weaver or Sightron? Lol
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11-29-2013, 06:24 PM
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The new sightrons are amazing. Hence the price. The older models were not so good.
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11-29-2013, 06:26 PM
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Originally Posted by tchardy1972
The new sightrons are amazing. Hence the price. The older models were not so good.
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$300+ more better than a Weaver?
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11-29-2013, 06:38 PM
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Originally Posted by RPIcka
The gun will be a dedicated bench rest gun shooting under 300yds. So Weaver or Sightron? Lol
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A couple years ago I had a disastrous brain fart and posted for sale four 36X Weavers, B&L 36X, Leupold 24X, and a Leupold 45X. They sold in about five minutes. I miss the Weavers, they were great for load development work. The Leupold 24X was a POS. Never could get sight picture and target dot on the same plane, and the 45X Leupold crosshair was canted to turrets. I suggest you buy the Weaver 36X! 
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11-29-2013, 07:19 PM
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$300+ more better than a Weaver?
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Not sure. Never used a weaver. I have always wanted to pick up a used one but guys either want more than new price or they have already been sold before I can grab them.
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12-04-2013, 01:30 PM
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Bought a Bausch and Lomb 36x and we will see how that goes. I'd like to get a Nightforce but going to have to save up.
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12-04-2013, 02:45 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RPIcka
$300+ more better than a Weaver?
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Are you planning on competing?
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05-13-2019, 06:54 PM
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Quote:
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How much would you pay for a Lyman 25x LWBR in like new condition?
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the 25 x Lyman you have a chance to buy is a very good scope it would have the TK Lee dot that was available as a upgrade by Lyman
You can get it serviced at
Trace Scope repairs
PO Box 8029, RPO Cochrane
Cochrane, Alberta T4C 2J7
Get Directions
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05-13-2019, 07:40 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by manitou210
the 25 x Lyman you have a chance to buy is a very good scope it would have the TK Lee dot that was available as a upgrade by Lyman
You can get it serviced at
Trace Scope repairs
PO Box 8029, RPO Cochrane
Cochrane, Alberta T4C 2J7
Get Directions
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(403) 651-0793
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