Budget Scope Recommendations for New DPMS AR-308

[costanza]

Hey guys:
I just picked up a DPMS .308 on black friday. I'm looking for scope and mount(and accessories!) ideas now, but I'm on a budget because I cannot control my gun buying! I didn't need this gun, the vault is full, but "it was a good price"... I need an intervention! This is my fourth AR, but the first in .308... All advice (except calling me a dumbass!) will be appreciated!
Regards,
Costanza

[TylerV76]

What about the Nikon P-308? 4-12x40. Generally $250 and under.


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[Ol` Joe]

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1362167417/leupold-vx-1-rifle-scope-3-9x-40mm

[Draken]

What would you consider a budget scope?

For the sub $100 best I have found is Centerpoint.

For sub $500 the Nikon P series seems to be a pretty good performer, and I have had good luck with Burris optics as well.

For sub $1000 (yes, for some that IS a budget scope) the Vortex Viper series seems to hold that ground very well.

For budget mount, my favorite is the Burris PEPR mount.

Burris Tac 30 with PEPR mount for $300 (http://www.cabelas.com/product/BURRIS-FULLFIELD-TAC-W-MOUNT/2195064.uts?productVariantId=4286637&WT.tsrc=PPC&WT.mc_id=GoogleProductAds&WT.z_mc_id1=04252518&rid=20&gclid=Cj0KEQiAperBBRDfuMf72sr56fIBEiQAPFXszS8cP4RA-27OlPBMtlrCynqDt3q-509C1Q3GTy0aPJcaAlDL8P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.ds)

[hunterspirit]

Vortex Optics Diamondback BDC Rifle Scope, 3-9x40
https://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Optics-Diamondback-Rifle-3-9x40/dp/B0028N8CP2?tag=slickguns-20

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Burris-Fullfield-E-mm-Riflescope/1519078.uts?productVariantId=3357742&channel=GoogleBaseUSA&mr:trackingCode=ED67D999-06FE-E211-BAAE-001B21631C34&mr:device=c&mr:adType=pla&mr:ad=30640536551&mr:keyword&mr:match&mr:filter=58018270391&gclid=CLbW_bKUjL4CFenm7AodSTMAKg&gclsrc=aw.ds#productChart&avad=48247_dcead45b&WT.mc_id=al35987&Subid1=SID&subacctid=35987&subacctname=35987&adname=Custom+Link&adtype=cl&adid=NA&utm_medium=AFF&utm_source=35987&rid=12&WT.tsrc=AFF

[RifleGuy]

I have a couple Nikon P series scopes and a Vortex Diamondback. Both brands give a lot of performance despite their modest prices.
Lower end optics have come a long way in the last dozen years.
I have several 'affordable' class Leupold scopes and they are excellent. You can pick up some decent Vari-X II and Vari-X III scopes from the Optics Planet discount page, as well as offerings from other companies, for reasonable prices. Most are 'display' models that have light wear/imperfections, but I've never got a bad scope. http://www.opticsplanet.com/demo.html

[xtrema312]

Vortex Optics Diamondback BDC Rifle Scope, 3-9x40
https://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Optics-Diamondback-Rifle-3-9x40/dp/B0028N8CP2?tag=slickguns-20

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Burris-Fullfield-E-mm-Riflescope/1519078.uts?productVariantId=3357742&channel=GoogleBaseUSA&mr:trackingCode=ED67D999-06FE-E211-BAAE-001B21631C34&mr:device=c&mr:adType=pla&mr:ad=30640536551&mr:keyword&mr:match&mr:filter=58018270391&gclid=CLbW_bKUjL4CFenm7AodSTMAKg&gclsrc=aw.ds#productChart&avad=48247_dcead45b&WT.mc_id=al35987&Subid1=SID&subacctid=35987&subacctname=35987&adname=Custom+Link&adtype=cl&adid=NA&utm_medium=AFF&utm_source=35987&rid=12&WT.tsrc=AFF

I have one of those E1 3-9's in my shopping cart. I have the 2-7 E1 ballistic plex on my 450 bushmaster. I got it for a real good price this time last year. I have used it on my 5.56 upper also. I like it. I am thinking of putting the 3-9 on a Ruger American 450 BM.

I saw a vortex Dimond back 3.5-10x50 on Cabelas also for 149.99. I think it would be a great option.

Optics Planet had some good deals with 11% of and free shipping. I just picked up a redfield revolution 2-7 for my 77/44.

[costanza]

Thanks guys! I will have to check out all your recommendations!

[flylo]

I use these which have 120 MOA of windage & elevation, come in 6x,10x,12x,16x, & 20x. They had a Thanksgiving sale for $259 with free 30mm rings in low, med or high & a free scope level. Full warranty, no time limit, no receipt, no questions asked & are bulletproof. Best scope for under $800 IMHO. SWFA is a great company.
http://swfa.com/SWFA-SS-20x42-Tactical-Riflescope-P53716.aspx

[GoonieB]

Primary Arms 4-14 ACSS HUD DMR. $269-279. Good value and easy to use with a ton of features.

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[GoonieB]

The American Defense Recon 30 mm mount is rock solid. The LaRue mount is very good. I have both and the AD is every bit as good for $50 less.

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[Wheezzle]

I use these which have 120 MOA of windage & elevation, come in 6x,10x,12x,16x, & 20x. They had a Thanksgiving sale for $259 with free 30mm rings in low, med or high & a free scope level. Full warranty, no time limit, no receipt, no questions asked & are bulletproof. Best scope for under $800 IMHO. SWFA is a great company.
http://swfa.com/SWFA-SS-20x42-Tactical-Riflescope-P53716.aspx


Just got one of these two weeks ago and WOW what a piece of glass for 250 bucks. I am very impressed