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What should I consider when buying a scope?

Narrowing your scope

The type of scope you purchase depends on what you want to do. Before you invest in a scope, you need to ask yourself a few questions.

1.What type of firearm do you hunt with?

• Centerfire - standard/ big game
• Dangerous game rifle
• Slug Gun
• Rimfire
• Centerfire - varmint
• Muzzleloader
• Turkey Gun
• Handgun

2. What type of territory do you normally hunt in?

• Dense cover/forested
• Open country
• Mountainous

3. Do you hunt during extreme low light conditions?

*Now that you have a better idea, you can go on the hunt for a scope with greater confidence and precision.

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