Posted January 29, 2018 4:45 pm by Comments

By Philip Massaro

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Shooting accurately at long distances on a budget can be a challenge. But with a new class of 2018 long-range scopes, there are several feature-packed options that won’t break the bank. (Philip Massaro photo)

Long-range shooting is very popular right now, with more people ringing steel out at 1,000 yards than ever. However, a thorough knowledge of ballistics is required to implement the features of a long-range scope. I’d be willing to bet that a good many features built into the best-long range scopes are lost, but we as shooters are doing quite an impressive job educating ourselves.

Here’s a look at some of the best values in long-range scopes for 2018, both simple and complex, staying within a reasonable budget.

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Vortex Strike Eagle Scope (Photo courtesy of Vortex Optics)

The new Strike Eagle 4-24x50mm scope – with a 30mm main tube – offers a shooter plenty of options in an affordable package. Using the EBR-4 reticle, there are enough useable subtentions for accurate holdover (or under) and wind adjustments without over –cluttering the view. The second focal plane reticle is calibrated to be used at the highest magnification, and is not only glass-etched but illuminated as well. With ¼ …Read the Rest

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