New Look for My 45-70
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New Look for My 45-70
I've had a Leupold FX II scout scope on my 45-70 for years. I never really liked it on there but for elk it's way more accurate than iron sights. Recently with more wolves and grizzlies I wanted something I could sight in fast with. I put a Holosun red dot on it. I love it. I can hit out to 300 which is perfect for elk hunting. I practiced quick shots out to 20 yards and the dot pops right up. The scope took a couple seconds more which I didn't like. Another big plus is a little less weight and I can carry it one handed easily. And it doesn't look as goofy in my opinion.
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Re: New Look for My 45-70
Interesting. With aging eyes I went from this to a Leopold scout scope.
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"Freedom is never more that a generation from extinction" Ronald Reagan
"Every man should have at least one good rifle and know how to use it" Dad
Re: New Look for My 45-70
Looks good. And has to save a bunch of weight. I have a few scout scope equipped rifles. Normally, I shoot them pretty well. For whatever reason, I could do nothing with your Marlin when the boys and I visited. I embarrassed myself! 
I'm using a Turnbull mount and a Burris FF3 on this 94 Trapper this year. I set one up for my dad a few years ago and it worked really well, so I ordered another for myself. It's very unobtrusive and adds no weight.
I'm using a Turnbull mount and a Burris FF3 on this 94 Trapper this year. I set one up for my dad a few years ago and it worked really well, so I ordered another for myself. It's very unobtrusive and adds no weight.
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"Oh bother", said Pooh, as he chambered another round.
Re: New Look for My 45-70
Lol! Well, I'll be there soon, so I still have the scope and rings...but they'll sitting the safe for now. My eyesight is pretty good for 63!jeepnik wrote: ↑Sun Nov 17, 2024 9:09 pm Interesting. With aging eyes I went from this to a Leopold scout scope.
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Re: New Look for My 45-70
I wish you and your sons could have stayed longer! You are all welcome anytime. Get an elk tag....OldWin wrote: ↑Sun Nov 17, 2024 9:52 pm Looks good. And has to save a bunch of weight. I have a few scout scope equipped rifles. Normally, I shoot them pretty well. For whatever reason, I could do nothing with your Marlin when the boys and I visited. I embarrassed myself!
I'm using a Turnbull mount and a Burris FF3 on this 94 Trapper this year. I set one up for my dad a few years ago and it worked really well, so I ordered another for myself. It's very unobtrusive and adds no weight.
Re: New Look for My 45-70
So didn't we! Sadly, we were on a fairly tight schedule that trip. We love the area, and would like to get back out there. I will definitely reach out if we do. When it's just us boys we'll have more time for "fun stuff".jkbrea wrote: ↑Sun Nov 17, 2024 10:53 pmI wish you and your sons could have stayed longer! You are all welcome anytime. Get an elk tag....OldWin wrote: ↑Sun Nov 17, 2024 9:52 pm Looks good. And has to save a bunch of weight. I have a few scout scope equipped rifles. Normally, I shoot them pretty well. For whatever reason, I could do nothing with your Marlin when the boys and I visited. I embarrassed myself!
I'm using a Turnbull mount and a Burris FF3 on this 94 Trapper this year. I set one up for my dad a few years ago and it worked really well, so I ordered another for myself. It's very unobtrusive and adds no weight.
And it goes without saying, if you ever get up to Maine, please reach out. There's plenty to see and do.
"Oh bother", said Pooh, as he chambered another round.