Need scope advice for marlin 917v

[gadgetguy1288]

I'm purchasing a marlin 917v and need advice on a scope for long range target shooting(150yds+)

doesnt need to break the bank but i want atleast 40mm

i was in walmart earlier and found 2 that i was interested in:
the simmons 22mag and one from a brand called center point, i think it was the adventure series.

also found one online i really liked made by Barska, the .17 Hot Magnum in 6-18*40mm.

are any of them any good?

i can spend a max of about 150 right now, so i dont want anything super spectacular, just something that will get me decent groups for now till i can get something later on.

Thanks

 

[gadgetguy1288]

this was another one i found.

http://www.bushnelloptics.com/brand-tasco-category-riflescopes-sku-var624x42m.html

Any comments?

 

[mikejonestkd]

Your money would be better spent on anything other than a Barska.

Bushnell banner series are nice for the money. I have several and they have held up just fine on my rimfire rifles.

I have a .22 mag simmons on my son's .22 marlin and it is ok, not great but ok. If I did it again i would get a bushnell banner over the simmons.

For the $150 price tag you can get the bushnell Legend series which are nice too.

 

[j.chappell]

I would have to agree with Mike on this one. I have seen many Simmons variables that have a shift in point of impact. Not that big of a deal with large game but varmints and targets on the other hand are a different story.

 

[Brian Pfleuger]

Mueller!

I have the Eradicator...8.5-25X50. Awesome quality for the price ($225or so), they make lower power in your price range. Undistinguishable from Bushnell Elite 3500 when I shot them side by side.

 

[nbkky71]

I went with a BSA Sweet 17 scope on mine. They can be had for $99 at MidwayUSA and are decent optics for the money.

http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=331852

Be advised that while the .17 will reach out to 150+ yards, the wind WILL push those tiny bullets around!

 

[Kreyzhorse]

Take a look at Bushnell. Their Banner series should fit into your price range and its a good scope for the money. I've got a 6x18 on my 7mm Rem Mag and I'm very impressed with it. Very clear, pulls in a huge amount of light and maintains its zero very well.

http://www.riflescopes4less.com/products/bushnell-banner-714164i.htm

I'd avoid low end Simmons, Barska, Center Point and Tasco.

 

[gadgetguy1288]

opinions on mueller scopes?

 

[nbkky71]

The guys over on rimefirecentral.com speak pretty highly about Mueller optics. I've never handled or shot with one myself though.