Anti-reflective multicoating for 92% light transmission 1/4 MOA windage and elevation adjustment 100% waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof Lifetime warranty Standard or Bullet Drop Compensating reticlesAfter over a decade of success in the field, the Buckmasters continues to prove itself throughout the vast hunting grounds of America. Light transmission boosted to 92% means you’re covered both at dawn and dusk. Positive, easy hand-turn 1/4-MOA reticle adjustments (1/8-MOA on 6–18x40) for precise sight-ins and in-the-field adjustments. Includes Nikon’s patented BDC reticle on selected models. Quick-Focus eyepiece, guaranteed waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof performance. Long-range models are fitted with a Side Focus (SF) adjustment to compensate for parallax, allowing fast, simple, inconspicuous adjustments and reducing length. Manufacturers full lifetime warranty.

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is the nikon buckmasters 4.5-14x40 bdc a good scope for a savage stevens model 200 cal 308 win

asked 3 years ago

qmike

on Nikon® Buckmasters® Rifle Scopes

5 answers

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answer 1

That would work fine but I always like the 50mm objective. Take a look at the 4X14X50 model as it gives you a little better light and picture.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

huntandshoot

- Las Vegas, NV

answer 2

YES!!! I have one on my Savage in a .308! You will enjoy the pairing. Keep You're Powder Dry!!!

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

Bocephus1

- Oklahoma

answer 3

got that scope on my rem 700 .280 rem
and my 308 remington

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

akriner1

- PA

answer 4

Should be a great fit. I put mine on a .308 win and am very pleased with it.

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

jimndawn

- Sutter, CA

answer 5

YES, NIKON IS TOP OF THE LINE AND MY ONLY CHOICE PERSONALLY, I WOULD SPEND A LITTLE EXTRA $$$ AND GET THE 4X12X50 BC THE 50 MM RETICLE PULLS IN MORE LIGHT AND DAWN AND DUSK HOURS!

answered 2 years, 7 months ago

ffemt16

- DOTHAN, AL

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What is a nikoplex reticle?

I am considering purchasing a scope and am not sure what this means.

asked 2 years, 9 months ago

NoDoe

- New York State

on Nikon® Buckmasters® Rifle Scopes

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answer 1

Nikon® Prostaff® Riflescope Features:
• 100% Waterproof/Fogproof
• Nikon anti-reflective multicoating
• Precise, repeatable, 1/4 MOA reticle adjustments
• Nitrogen filled and O-ring sealed
• Lifetime full warranty
Show me more about the Nikon Prostaff

answered 1 year, 11 months ago

BPSResource3

answer 2

Nikon's version of a standard crosshair. Go to the Nikon website and you can see a nikoplex crosshair.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

huntandshoot

- Las Vegas, NV

answer 3

NIKOPLEX IS A DUPLEX RETICLE. A HEAVY X WITH A FINE X IN THE CENTER

answered 2 years, 3 months ago

BULLHEADED

- Florida

answer 4

a duplex

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

akriner1

answer 5

Sorry if this is too late, but the Nikoplex reticle is just Nikons regular crosshair reticle. It's not a Bullet Drop Compensating Reticle or a thick lined reticle it is just the normal one designed by Nikon.

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answered 2 years, 6 months ago

JaredL

- Byram, MS

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40mm v. 50 mm

I am going to be purchasing a Remington 700 Buckmaster shortly and I am looking into scopes. I have decided on the Nikon Buckmaster but can't decide between the 40 mm and 50 mm. Any advice?

asked 4 years, 5 months ago

Jase

- Urbana, IL

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answer 1

Buy the 4X14X50 as the 50mm objective is always better with clarity and overall light. You'll be much happier.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

huntandshoot

- Las Vegas, NV

answer 2

50 has more light gathering but i went 40 because i do not like the height the 50 puts on the scope

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

akriner1

- PA

answer 3

I have the 40mm on my CVA muzzleloader and it performs great. I've never had any problems.

answered 3 years, 2 months ago

buckshot655

- NC

answer 4

General rule of thumb on scope objectives. Larger # will give you more zoom (magnify the target more), but will cut down on the field of view (the width of the area you can see). It is a matter of personal preference and style of hunting you like. For some hunters who like to stay in the woods, a 50 is too much and picks up distracting objects like branches between them and the deer too much. Best bet is go to a nearby pro shop and look through both and shoot with both if an option.
http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/s...

Talk about your hunting spots with the shop pro and pick the best. The 3-9 x 40 is a great all purpose size for deer hunting and very popular.

answered 4 years, 5 months ago

nkey

- Springfield, MO

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What size rings does this take?

asked 2 years, 10 months ago

Gfrank

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answer 1

I use 1 inch rings on a ruger M77. I lapped them before mounting to in ensure the rings got a good grip of the scope. Also, used service strength lok-tite on all screws. This thing does not move at all after numerous drops,jars and about 100 shots.

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answered 1 year, 8 months ago

bubbatron

- california

answer 2

1 inch

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

akriner1

- PA

answer 3

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answered 2 years, 6 months ago

JaredL

- Byram, MS

answer 4

I WAS ABLE TO USE 1 INCH RINGS(THE COMMON RING ON 3X9X40) WITH 4X12X50 BUCKMASTER THERES NOT ALOT OF DISTANCE BETWEEN THE BARREL AND SCOPES BUT IT WORKS

answered 2 years, 9 months ago

ffemt16

- DOTHAN, AL

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Compared to the Prostaff?

How does the Buckmaster compare to the Nikon Prostaff. I don't want to spend more money just because. Can someone give me a good explination for the differences and is it worth it?

asked 2 years, 4 months ago

javahuey

- Bakerfield, CA

on Nikon® Buckmasters® Rifle Scopes

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answer 1

The Buckmasters and ProStaff are both good scopes. Unless you are going to be in competition or have a desire to be as accurate as possible I would go with the Buckmasters. Keep in mind that most accuracy problems are with the shooter and not with the equipment. Once you max out and can't get any closer with your existing equipment is the only time I would look at paying a premium for equipment.

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answered 11 months ago

Geekhunter

- Cincinnati, Ohio

answer 2

In reality, it really depends on the rifle you intend on using the scope on. If the rifle has medium or above recoil, you definitely want the Buckmaster. The Prostaff is a good "entry level" scope but the Buckmaster has better glass and better overall craftmanship. Remember, "you get what you pay for"

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

huntandshoot

- Las Vegas, NV

answer 3

The Pro Staff is a good scope. I have one on top of my truck gun. But the durability, clarity and amount of light that the Buckmaster draws in are far superior than the Pro Saff. If you're wanting a scope to just throuhg in you're truck and go shoot some coyotes, the Pro Staff is right up you're ally. But for me all my deer rifles have Buckmasters on them!!! Hope this helps

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

Bocephus1

- Oklahoma

answer 4

The only real difference between the two is the light transmission and it's not much. They both have plenty of clarity for you to be able to see at dusk/dawn at legal shooting light, but you'll be able to see your crosshairs a little better with the buckmaster. My BIL has one on his 35 rem and it holds up to that recoil and my Buckmasters has held up to 270 and 30-06 recoil.

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answered 2 years, 4 months ago

JaredL

- Byram, MS

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I have a marlin 308 what mounting hardware do I need to get

asked 4 years, 8 months ago

malensek

on Nikon® Buckmasters® Rifle Scopes

2 answers

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answer 1

go with leopold mounts

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

akriner1

answer 2

"dead-nutz" 1 piece mount and rings

answered 3 years, 4 months ago

BULLHEADED

- Florida

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Will BDC work on a 270?

asked 4 years, 7 months ago

Pipeboss8

on Nikon® Buckmasters® Rifle Scopes

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answer 1

The BDC type reticles are designed to work with everything from .223 up to the magnum calibers. This means that at the given extended range the bullet will be close to being on target but some practice at the range is a really good idea. On BDC reticles the hand turnable reticle adjustments is a must because you may need to go up or down a few clicks at the extended ranges. So range time is needed to learn how your bullet and load works with the scope.

answered 3 years, 4 months ago

freebirdfb

- KC, MO

answer 2

I have the 3x9 bdc scope and the paper work that came with it states that it is designed to work with standard calibers with a muzzle velocity of about 2800 fps. It is not a true BDC, but rather a reticle that gives hold over points at 100 yard increments, with the cross hair being the 100 yard zero for standard calibers, and 200 in magnums. I'm using it on a 308 with handloads. Not ran it beyond 300 yards but to that extent it has worked well.

answered 4 years, 5 months ago

tch1718a

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Is this a good scope for a 17 HMR?

asked 3 years, 6 months ago

Basserman

- South West Idaho

on Nikon® Buckmasters® Rifle Scopes

2 answers

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answer 1

yes

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

akriner1

- PA

answer 2

If you want a clear, sharp scope in which to see your quarry this is it. I have one on my .22 cal rifle and squirells dont have a chance.you will have a big sight picture which I like.

answered 3 years ago

bigbuck10

- whigham ,Ga.

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i have a browning 300wsm, hunt moose an deer. looking for a scope and have my mind set on 3 different ones. usually at distance points

like some suggestions as to which one of the 3 to get. 6x18x40bdc 4.5x14x40bdc or 4x12x50
i hunt from ridge tops from early morn to late in the evening

asked 1 year, 9 months ago

crocke

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2 answers

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answer 1

I'd go with the 4.5x14x40bdc. The bdc reticle could come in handy and the light penetration will be the same as the 50 as the diameter has little to do with light.

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answered 1 year, 7 months ago

JaredL

- Byram, MS

answer 2

I have the 4.5x14x40 bdc. I love it. It has a bright sight picture and is really sharp. I use it on a Ruger M77 30-.06 and once sighted in it really holds up to all kinds of bumps and bag drops. I do the same type of hunting and this scope works very well for me.

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answered 1 year, 8 months ago

bubbatron

- california

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Anyone have the Buckmaster in silver? If so does it have much glare? I purchased a Browning X-bolt with stainless steel in lieu of a blued barrel.

asked 1 year, 3 months ago

oneshot75

- texas

on Nikon® Buckmasters® Rifle Scopes

2 answers

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answer 1

In my opinion the silver scope doesn't look like a chrome finish so the glare is minimal. No more than a gloss black scope.

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answered 11 months ago

Geekhunter

- Cincinnati, Ohio

answer 2

No glare and am using this with silver BKL mounts, looks great!

answered 1 year, 1 month ago

Groush

- Indiana

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is the nikon buckmasters 4.5-14x40 bdc a good scope for a savage stevens model 200 cal 308 win

What is a nikoplex reticle?

40mm v. 50 mm

What size rings does this take?

Compared to the Prostaff?

I have a marlin 308 what mounting hardware do I need to get

Will BDC work on a 270?

Is this a good scope for a 17 HMR?

i have a browning 300wsm, hunt moose an deer. looking for a scope and have my mind set on 3 different ones. usually at distance points

Anyone have the Buckmaster in silver? If so does it have much glare? I purchased a Browning X-bolt with stainless steel in lieu of a blued barrel.

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