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Title: Shotgun Scope
Post by: BigSeth on January 08, 2017, 09:45:33 AM
I'm looking to put a scope on my Mossberg 535. Any advice on what kind or brand?
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: bbcoach on January 08, 2017, 10:25:36 AM
I love my Bushnell Red Dot.  About $50 and holds up with 3 1/2" 12 guage Hevi's.  I've had this scope on my 835 for almost 10 years with no problems. 
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: maytom on January 08, 2017, 10:33:33 AM
Leupold 1x4 shotgun scope. Comes with the extra heavy reticle. My scope of choice for the last 26+ years now on my Winchester 1300.
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: paintbrush on January 08, 2017, 10:42:39 AM
Quote from: maytom on January 08, 2017, 10:33:33 AM
Leupold 1x4 shotgun scope. Comes with the extra heavy reticle.

This. Have had mine for about 12 years with no problems what so ever!
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: PaLmbHngr on January 08, 2017, 11:22:23 AM
 I have a Pentax lightseeker on mine. Don't think they
Make them anymore but used to make them finished in mossy oak. I really like it and it has been a great scope. Have it mounted on a 870 super mag.
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: Greg Massey on January 08, 2017, 01:51:00 PM
I have 2 of the Nikon turkey pro scopes, these are the best if you can find one...also Simmons makes a good turkey scope for the money...
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: Old Gobbler on January 08, 2017, 01:53:00 PM
I own a Burris m-tac , with 30mm rings -- man is it nice .......
Title: Shotgun Scope
Post by: perrytrails on January 08, 2017, 02:14:05 PM
Quote from: Old Gobbler on January 08, 2017, 01:53:00 PM
I own a Burris m-tac , with 30mm rings -- man is it nice .......

There is one of these, or was in the classified ads. Great deal too
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: M,Yingling on January 08, 2017, 05:06:09 PM
I got a Simmons Master ProDiamond Shotgun Scope 1.5-5x32 ProDiamond  on my 535 lots 3.5 in  rounds down and hasn't moved easy pick up lookin thur



Title: Shotgun Scope
Post by: wvmntnhick on January 08, 2017, 06:41:39 PM
Simmons scope like mentioned above but mines a fixed 4x.


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Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: redjones on January 08, 2017, 07:18:16 PM
I've had a Simmons Pro Diamond on my 11-87 for probably 10-12 yrs. never a problem,would recommend to anyone looking for a reasonably priced scope for Turkeys.


     Greg
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: SKFOOTER on January 08, 2017, 09:56:17 PM
Just remember that scopes add additional weight to your shotgun.  Look at a Mueller Quick Shot.   :turkey2:
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: Prohunter3509 on January 08, 2017, 10:17:24 PM
Don't forget about the red dots like Burris ff3
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: MK M GOBL on January 08, 2017, 11:56:45 PM
I have the Bushnell Trophy Turkey Scope on both of my 1187's since the early/mid 90's and never a problem, I call them the "Circle of Death"

MK M GOBL
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: trkehunr93 on January 09, 2017, 10:53:45 AM
simmons pro diamond, good scope and won't break the bank.
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: ILHUNTER on January 09, 2017, 11:11:56 AM
I also put the Simmons Pro Diamond on my sons 20 ga. 870 2 yrs ago, he loves it, and so do I.  They are also very reasonably  priced.
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: BigSeth on January 09, 2017, 11:24:59 AM
Thanks everyone for the great advice. I have some research to do.
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: turkee56 on January 09, 2017, 11:38:05 AM
i have the weaver 1 x 4 kaspa turkey scope with turkey range reticle. i love it. i wiil never go back to open sights.
been using scopes for over 10 yrs.
Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: wvlimbhanger on January 09, 2017, 12:05:22 PM
I use a Bushnell Trophy Shotgun Scope 1.75-4x 32mm Circle-X Shotgun Reticle.  Been a great scope for the money so far.

Title: Shotgun Scope
Post by: davisd9 on January 09, 2017, 12:20:07 PM
Quote from: wvmntnhick on January 08, 2017, 06:41:39 PM
Simmons scope like mentioned above but mines a fixed 4x.


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This here as well. Tried the bushnell and did not like the reticle at all. The prodiamond is the way to go.


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Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: wvmntnhick on January 09, 2017, 07:02:35 PM
Quote from: davisd9 on January 09, 2017, 12:20:07 PM
Quote from: wvmntnhick on January 08, 2017, 06:41:39 PM
Simmons scope like mentioned above but mines a fixed 4x.


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This here as well. Tried the bushnell and did not like the reticle at all. The prodiamond is the way to go.


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The good thing about the Pro Diamond is that if the birds head fills the diamond, you know it's in range. I believe they've said if the head alone fills the diamond it's something like 30 yards. It it takes the head and waddles to fill the diamond it's around 40 or so. Helps with range estimation.
Title: Shotgun Scope
Post by: 30_06 on January 09, 2017, 08:13:41 PM
I like the idea of the diamond reticle, but I have never used one. Never had a problem with my 1x4 Nikon.

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Title: Re: Shotgun Scope
Post by: hpo on January 09, 2017, 08:43:55 PM
partial to red dots myself. Great fov, no tube to line up and allows for quick reaction.