Scope recommendation

[Brannigan03]

Recently picked up a mini 14 chambered in 5.56. I’m looking for a budget friendly scope, any suggestions? And by budget friendly I mean something that will do the job for a few hundred bucks.

 

[allen-1]

Vortex Strike Eagle has come down in price.

Per this Amazon link, the 1-6 is 299.

Amazon product ASIN B0872GHR8LView: https://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Optics-Strike-Second-Riflescopes/dp/B0872GHR8L?th=1&psc=1

 

[1776]

Precision semi-automatic rifles selection at TrackingPoint

TrackingPoint's semi-automatic rifles on the AR platform feature the .300 blackout, .300 WinMag, 5.56, 7.62, and .338 Lapua Magnum. Includes digital optics . . .

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[Jbarila]

Vortex Strike Eagle has come down in price.

Per this Amazon link, the 1-6 is 299.

Amazon product ASIN B0872GHR8LView: https://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Optics-Strike-Second-Riflescopes/dp/B0872GHR8L?th=1&psc=1

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[massgun]

Another vote for the 1-6 Strike Eagle. Had it for a couple years now on an AR. I think I paid $350 for it with a Burris P.E.P.R. mount.

 

[Deleted member 12999]

I have a couple strike eagles for work. They are super heavy and I hate the reticle. They are a couple years old though, and may have changed.

 

[MatsonofCay]

I've got the 2-7x32 version of this on my mini, and would highly recommend it except for the fact it's no longer produced. If you don't mind going larger this would be a good choice imo. Traditional styling goes with the mini. Note, I broke a Nikon on my mini, reticle broke first outing, then replacement, not sure as I removed scope when I thought I saw a reticle shift.

Leupold VX-Freedom 3-9x40 1in Riflescopes, Color: Black, Tube Diameter: 1 in, Up to 23% Off w/ Free S&H — 5 models

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[Fixxah]

Scope. Mini-14.

 

[mikelawtown]

Vortex Crossfire II 4-12x44mm Rifle Scope, 1in Tube, Second Focal Plane (SFP), Color: Black, Tube Diameter: 1 in, Up to 23% Off — Free 2 Day Shipping w/ code 2DAYAIR — 4 models

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For the $ this one has been great for me

 

[nstassel]

The primary arms acss is good for 556.

 

[mac1911]

Mueller 8-32X44 Side Focus Tactical - Mueller Rifle Scopes

SKU: MT83244 Eye Relief: 4.0″ Length:16.25″ Weight: 26.0 oz. Tube Size: 30 mm LIFETIME WARRANTY With our lifetime guarantee, we will repair or replace your product if damaged during any normal use. Learn More Here

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Mueller 1-4X24 Scope Speed Shot - Mueller Rifle Scopes

The Mueller 1-4×24 scope features include a 30mm tube, larger target style capped turrets with 1/2moa click adjustments, 3.5″ of eye relief and illuminated 4moa dot reticle with 11 brightness settings.

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so far these have held up and delivered what a sub $300 scope is expected. Try as many as you can.

get something with target turrets so he can chase your zero easier...

 

[frenchman]

Check out Arken optics.