I have got some mixed signals on this one and need some clarity:
I have a bushel elite 4200 3x9 scope- at what magnification should I sight it in at? Or does it matter? Does the magnification adjustment change the sighting of the gun? Thoughts on this please
I have got some mixed signals on this one and need some clarity:
I have a bushel elite 4200 3x9 scope- at what magnification should I sight it in at? Or does it matter? Does the magnification adjustment change the sighting of the gun? Thoughts on this please
Doesn't matter with that scope, only effects ranging reticles where the reticle is in the second focal plane, and that is just for ranging.
There can't be much parallax or there would be no point in having a variable power scope.
It doesn't seem to make any difference on mine, it sits on a .223
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With a quality scope, it doesn't matter what magnification you use. With higher magnification , parallax can be significant, which is why high magnification scopes usually have a way to adjust the parallax.
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Your thread does bring up another interesting topic on scope quality. Just for security sake, after sighting in your gun, try adjusting the power ring and shoot some more. The point of impact should not change. If it does, you probably just saved yourself from chasing a wounded critter!
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Highest power. Parralex might be a factor, but also gives you the most accurate aiming point.
Grizz
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Sighting a rifle with adjustable magnification
It doesn't matter
Parralex might be a factor, but also gives you the most accurate aiming point.
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