Frontier scout scope

[tascofeldman]

I've just traded for a frontier scout in 243. It has a brand new Redfield Revenge DNS scope on it. I would really like to set it up as intended with a forward mounted scope. I have the mount and rings, just need some advice on a good scope. Thanks!0

 

[dad11345]

I tried aimpoint, traditional scope mount and scout mount on my Ruger gunsite. I am leaving it as a scout mount. The aimpoint and traditional mountings worked well, but the rifle is designed around the scout scope mount.

 

[PaulJ]

I had a frontier a few years ago and I put the Leupold 2.5 scout scope on it and it worked really well. I would have liked a variable powered scope, but there were none at the time. It was a good brush gun for deer hunting.

 

[tascofeldman]

Well, the "conventional" mount is ok on this rifle but due to its length it seems to be too close in and I'm not quick to mount it and get a clear view. I have an older pistol scope that's a fixed power, will it work?

 

[PaulJ]

I'm not sure if it would work, I read a few articles in magazines where people have used pistol scopes, but the scout scope is designed for Intermediate Eye Relief and a pistol is Extended eye Relief. I'm only familiar with the Leupold and it worked great. If the rifle hadn't been a gift from my ex and didn't remind me of how miserable she made me I would still have it and carry it during rifle season.

 

[glw3151]

I currently have a Leatherwood Hi Lux LER scope on my Ruger GSR "Pig Scout". 358. No complaints. They always seem to get positive feedback. http://www.midwayusa.com/product/2275761874/leatherwood-hi-lux-atr-long-eye-relief-scout-rifle-scope-2-7x-32mm-matte?cm_vc=ProductFinding
The Burris is probably worth considering too. http://www.midwayusa.com/product/430740/burris-scout-rifle-scope-2-7x-32mm-ballistic-plex-reticle-matte?cm_vc=ProductFinding
I tend to purchase from MidwayUSA because of their customer service and no hassle return policy. Good Luck..

 

[mike4570]

I have two scout style rifle, a 30-30 and a 30-06. Both are set up with the Burris 2 3/4x scopes. Great setup, works well for me.