Best Budget Scope for Deer Hunting Under $300

[Alan]

Looking for a reliable scope for deer season without breaking the bank. I want something that holds zero well and has good light transmission. Any recommendations for optics under $300 that you've had success with?

 

[x_count]

I would take a look at the Arken LH-4. I run several of their scopes and they are all very clear and the turrets track well. They give a good discount for MIL/LE too.

 

[URIT]

A good place to find your sub $300 deer hunting rifle scopes might be in your local pawn shop this time of the year to get more bang for your buck.

Here's a nice article for folks looking for rifle scopes including budget options...

https://www.targettamers.com/best-rifle-scope-for-deer-hunting/#athlon-ares-btr

 

[PapaGeorgio]

Looking for a reliable scope for deer season without breaking the bank. I want something that holds zero well and has good light transmission. Any recommendations for optics under $300 that you've had success with?

I have a few good brands of scopes, but I think Vortex really has the best value. Their scopes are clear, track very well, and you have high quality mounts, they won't lose zero. Period. Their unconditional warranty transfers to any future owners, so if you find a used one you have no worries. Their customer service is amazing. I've never had a problem with a Vortex product, but I have a scope that years later came with a throw lever. Mine was a first run that didn't come with one. I called Vortex and told them rhat wasn't fair (mostly joking). I got one free in 2 days. I will always recommend Vortex, ATN ,and Zebco for their customer service.

 

[PapaGeorgio]

A good place to find your sub $300 deer hunting rifle scopes might be in your local pawn shop this time of the year to get more bang for your buck.

Here's a nice article for folks looking for rifle scopes including budget options...

https://www.targettamers.com/best-rifle-scope-for-deer-hunting/#athlon-ares-btr

That's a great idea, and if the brand of scope had forever transferable warranty, you have no worries.

 

[thegunnut]

I agree about the Vortex. Been some years but pretty sure I paid less than $200.