I have finally bought a Model 700.

[Jaywmustang]

How’s the optic shopping going?

 

[carpediem]

How’s the optic shopping going?

Annoying.

 

[Jaywmustang]

Annoying.

So many options!!

 

[carpediem]

So many options!!

Yea, that too. It would be easier if I could check them out in hand. I found one I liked, and the first review was something about how it broke immediately. That was a Vortex. I want a W & E graduated reticle, like a mil-dot, but some are way too cluttered. It is definitely a process.

 

[Jaywmustang]

Hunting optic correct?

 

[carpediem]

Hunting optic correct?

I would like a little of both.

 

[Jaywmustang]

Do u plan on using the Mildot reticle? First focal or second focal plane?

 

[carpediem]

I do some coyote hunting, and those ranges are longer. First, from what I read. Not really a well schooled on optics. Learning as I go....

 

[Jaywmustang]

I do some coyote hunting, and those ranges are longer. First, from what I read. Not really a well schooled on optics. Learning as I go....

If you hunt coyotes at night I would go second focal plane. Reticle can get lost at night if they are too thin or small.

For me, I use a first focal plane optic on my current deer rifle but I picked something with a illuminated reticle for closer range.

 

[carpediem]

The first is supposed to be less distorted?

 

[Jaywmustang]

The first is supposed to be less distorted?

No first focal plane reticle will change size when dialing the magnification ring. Better than I can explain below lol

An Official Journal Of The NRA | First Focal Plane or Second Focal Plane?

A riflescope’s reticle is placed in either the first focal plane (FFP) or the second focal plane (SFP). The main difference between them is that an SFP reticle will appear to be the same size regardless of magnification. With an FFP reticle, the size of the reticle will appear to change as the...

www.americanhunter.org

 

[Jaywmustang]

Nikon Tactical Riflescope Closeouts - EuroOptic

Check out the internet's lowest pricing on Nikon M-TACTICAL and P-TACTICAL riflescopes!

www.eurooptic.com

 

[carpediem]

Nikon Tactical Riflescope Closeouts - EuroOptic

Check out the internet's lowest pricing on Nikon M-TACTICAL and P-TACTICAL riflescopes!

www.eurooptic.com

Thanks for making me spend money!
I bought the FX1000, p/n 16513. I paid a dollar less for it than the rifle it is going on. A nice little package the two of them will make.

 

[Jaywmustang]

Thanks for making me spend money!
I bought the FX1000, p/n 16513. I paid a dollar less for it than the rifle it is going on. A nice little package the two of them will make.

Glad my link helped out. Eurooptics ships fast. I normally get my stuff in about 2-3 days.

 

[carpediem]

Glad my link helped out. Eurooptics ships fast. I normally get my stuff in about 2-3 days.

You bet! A $750 scope for $400! I will go for that! Hopefully there is nothing wrong with it. Just have to get bases and rings, and some little extras and it will be a complete package for what I want it for. I got a super deal on the rifle and the scope, so I am good with the combo.

 

[Jaywmustang]

U could give them a call and they would probably know what size ring you need. Kyle and Jason are very helpful there.

 

[carpediem]

U could give them a call and they would probably know what size ring you need. Kyle and Jason are very helpful there.

30mm tube.

 

[Jaywmustang]

30mm tube.

Give eurooptics a call, they will know what size you need

 

[Phauxtoe]

you can up grade EVERYTHING! and i mean EVERYTHING!

 

[ryguy]

Congrats on the 700P! there are certainly a lot of upgrade options to suit your needs. I have been down the Remington 700 rabbit hole before and ultimately wish I would have done things differently. The best advice i can give you is to buy quality glass, and leave everything else stock. A good optic is the most crucial part of the equation. Shoot the absolute piss out of it, and figure out what's working and what isn't. after you have a couple thousand rounds through it, make decisions on what you want differently. Congrats, and get out and shoot!

 

[SmallGameAddict]

M912/873M -

Low profile design allows use of iron sights when optics are removed. Full width and depth recoil slots provide maximum bearing surface for recoil key engagement. Bases securely mount to your firearm with Torx-style T-15 socket cap screws, 25 in/lb. of torque is recommended.

warnescopemounts.com

Confirm that they are 8-40 screw holes

 

[SmallGameAddict]

M671M HS Precision Short Action Tactical Rail (8-40 screws) -

Warne Tactical Rails allow the use of Picatinny or standard Weaver style rings. Constructed of solid steel and machined in both standard and 20MOA configurations, matte black only. Cross slots feature the 1913 Mil-Spec design. Bases securely mount to your gun with T-15 Torx style screws, 25...

warnescopemounts.com

Another choice if you're leaning towards a Tactical rail

 

[SmallGameAddict]

30mm Archives

Get the fit and performance you need from Warne Scope Mounts' 30 mm scope rings. Find Maxima, Mountain Tech and Tactical options.

warnescopemounts.com

For up to 52mm objective lens

 

[carpediem]

Time for gun porn!

All told, I am in at just under $1000 for everything you see. I like it. I will be leaving the stock alone, as the bottom metal has the hinged floor plate and I rather like the look as it is.

 

[Bananabandit]

Very nice. Elegant but simple.

 

[Jaywmustang]

Time for gun porn!
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All told, I am in at just under $1000 for everything you see. I like it. I will be leaving the stock alone, as the bottom metal has the hinged floor plate and I rather like the look as it is.

Wait a minute......the bolt is on the wrong side

 

[carpediem]

Wait a minute......the bolt is on the wrong side

Turn the picture around, you are looking at it backwards.
Lol, yeah, I am a southpaw.

 

[Jaywmustang]

Turn the picture around, you are looking at it backwards.
Lol, yeah, I am a southpaw.

Oh your one of THOSE.....jk lol. Nice rifle

 

[carpediem]

Very nice. Elegant but simple.

Thanks Banana

 

[carpediem]

Oh your one of THOSE.....jk lol. Nice rifle

Yup! Keeps asshats from asking to borrow your shit! Thanks Jay.