If it ain't broke should I fix it?

[2rocky]

For 30 years I've had the same scope on my .300 Win Mag. a 2-7 Redfield Wide LowPro.

I've never shot over 350 yards on game with it, and so far the zero hasn't shifted. I've killed as many animals at under 50 yards as over 200 with it.

To be honest i don't know if my 20th century Ruger M77 it is on is accurate enough to warrant a better scope, but this year i need to dial in some non lead bullets for hunting in state.

Wondering if I can upgrade the optics with out raising the line of sight or making it not fit a saddle scabbard.

I'm open to Vortex and Leupold recommendations. i'd be interested in dialing the range too. But I don't want to lose close up low power still hunting 3 or 4x power.

Lets keep the Price under $799

 

[noharleyyet]

Comes to mind....

VX-3i 3.5-10x40 CDS-ZL Duplex

There's a reason the VX®-3i 3.5-10x40mm has been one of the most popular models for decades; it just plain works in almost any hunting environment. Tight brush and long-range shots are no problem with this extremely versatile magnification range..

www.leupold.com

 

[2rocky]

Thanks Harley. I think it is gonna be a toss up between that one and the Vortex below.

Viper HS 2.5-10x44 Dead-Hold BDC (MOA)

Dead-Hold® BDC (MOA) Reticle | 30mm Tube

vortexoptics.com

 

[Ben Lamb]

Get the Leupold. Ping @schmalts, put the rest towards something else.

Seriously. The 3.5x10 VX3i is the ultimate intersection of value & quality

 

[JCW]

Thanks Harley. I think it is gonna be a toss up between that one and the Vortex below.

Viper HS 2.5-10x44 Dead-Hold BDC (MOA)

Dead-Hold® BDC (MOA) Reticle | 30mm Tube

vortexoptics.com

I had the 2.5-10 Vortex you mention (PST Version) and its a decent scope, but I think you will be happier with the Leupold for the uses you mentioned.

 

[Buckyranger42]

Amazon.com : Vortex Optics Razor HD LH 2-10x40 SFP Riflescope G4 BDC MOA : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : Vortex Optics Razor HD LH 2-10x40 SFP Riflescope G4 BDC MOA : Sports & Outdoors

www.amazon.com

Vortex Razor HD LH. $1K+ scope you can get for under $700. The 1” tube options are on closeout on Amazon, including the 2-10x40 With G4 BDC reticle.
Vipers are solid, too, and I have nothing against Leupold but I live in WI so I support Vortex.

 

[Cattleman]

I’d go with Leupold... vortex is a good alternative but they are just one step below Leupold in my opinion