What range is a 3 9×50 scope Good For?

A very popular big game scope, the 3-9×50 riflescope has become common place on many centerfire rifles. It has the popular 3-9x variable magnification range which is versatile enough to hunt game in a wide variety of terrain. So why do some hunters prefer the 3-9×50 over the 3-9×40.

Are Nikon scopes being discontinued?

A few weeks, in late December of 2019, Nikon announced that its rifle scope division would cease operation and production of scopes effective January 1st, 2020.

How far can a 3 9×50 scope shoot?

A 9mm objective lens would be stupidly tiny). Anyhow, a general rule of thumb is that for every power of magnification, you can shoot out an additional 100 yards, so a 3–9 power scope give you about 900 yards of usable range.

How far can a 3 9×32 scope See?

Product Description

3-9×32 AO Rifle Scope 3-12×42 AO Rifle Scope
Scope Range: Close to Mid Range, 400+ Yards Close to Mid Range, 500+ Yards
Eye Relief: 3.5-3.8 in 3-3.5 in
Scope Rings Included: Standard Medium Profile Offset High Profile
Tube Diameter: 1 in 30 mm

Are Nikon scopes any good?

For several years, Nikon has managed to stay on top by creating high-quality products, especially in the field of scopes and optics. Nikon is also known for heavily investing in scope development, thereby ensuring that their products are incredible in terms of performance.

What does 3 9x40mm rifle scope mean?

3-9 means it is a variable scope you dial in anywhere from 3 power to 9 power, or referred to as 3x to 9x. 9x means 9 times your normal vision. The 40 means 40mm and refers to the the diameter of the objective. The larger the objective the wider the field of view and the more light gathering ability of the scope.

What kind of scope is Nikon ProStaff 3-9×50?

The Nikon PROSTAFF P3 3-9x50mm SFP Rifle Scope comes with a variety of reticle choices, but each one can be optimized for any caliber or load using Spot On Ballistic Match Technology. This optic has a 3x zoom ration for full flexibility when adapting to unique situations in the backcountry.

What kind of scope do I need for a 5.56 rifle?

Terrific budget riflescope with bullet drop compensator reticle. This is a great budget riflescope for hunting ranges. The reticle is the bullet drop compensator type which is convenient for my 5.56 rifle. It is not illuminated. I would not recommend the scope for long range shooting because there are no windage marks on the reticle.

Is the Nikon ProStaff 3 a BDC reticle?

That is because you do not have the right crosshair design for the purpose. The Nikon ProStaff 3 comes alongside a built-in patented BDC Reticle unlike any other designs in the market. It consists of various small circles in the crosshair that helps you aim properly in a long-range.

What kind of lens does a Nikon 50mm use?

It features a large, 50mm objective lens and fully multi-coated optics that enhance brightness and clarity during critical early morning and early evening periods when deer are most active. Consider your accuracy instantly improved courtesy of Nikon’s BDC reticle, which takes the guesswork out of bullet drop compensation.