Remington 700 SPS Tactical Optics & Mounting

[BrianRetter]

Hey everyone, I've been lurking awhile and decided to join the forums (I'm new, so go easy on me )
I'm picking up a Remington 700 SPS Tactical in .308. Will mostly get used for target/plinking, 400-500 yards max. I'm hoping to get in the .75-1 MOA range (may need to change out the stock eventually).
Anyway I'm looking for opinions on optics in the $500 or less range, based on my budget. I've always had low end Bushnells on my .22s with low end rings/mounts so I really don't know much beyond that.
I'm looking into a Nikon Monarch 3: 4-16x50 and was wondering if anyone had experience with this particular optic or combination. Also, what kind of mounts and rings should I be looking at?
I tried searching the forums and couldn't quite find what I was looking for (although maybe I was searching wrong) I really appreciate the help!

 

[USMC-Johnson]

Alright here is my recommend.

I would start with a quality well made base. All said and done it is one of the links between the scope and the rifle. From there i'd recommend warne non QD rings as they are affordable and super solid. On to the scope...If you can swing it a Vortex Viper PST 4-16 would fit the bill very nicely however if that is a little to spendy for you then the Vortex Viper HST 4-16 would fall into your price point (just).

 

[mikefraz]

Exactly what he said^. You get a lot for your money.

 

[lovemywoods]

Look up 42669vette on INGO. He is the owner of AA Optics and can get you set-up and teach you tons in the process.

A&A Optics


When you get your rifle completed, take some pictures of it and the results at the range and post it here on INGO for us to enjoy!

Oh, and welcome to INGO! (From a former Randolph County citizen.)

 

[BrianRetter]

Thanks for the replies! I'm looking into the PST now. I'll probably end up going that route. lovemywoods I'll be sure to check him out as well, and post pics when its done! ...Just gotta get my tax return now!

 

[Sonney]

I also have a Remington 700 sps tac. in 308 and I have a 5x20x44 Monarch 3 great rifle and scope. Haven't shot past 200 yds. I have the same stock that it came with and don't have any problems shooting at 200 yrds. with it. Mine has a Weaver rail don't remember who makes the rings. The rifle and scope are a lot better than the person on the trigger. I have been told that if you want to shoot with low light you need the 50 if not 44 is just fine. This is just what I have been told.

Sonney

 

[silentvoice71]

Viper scope. Their great man can't beatem the warranty is what sold me. Unconditional life time

 

[IUprof]

Brian .
Absolutely agree with the vote for Vortex, I have 4 of them. Damaged one with an idiot move and returned it for repair...no charge. Alan at AAOptics will do you right.

 

[BrianRetter]

Wow I checked out their website and you're right, the warranty is awesome! I'll definitely be getting the vortex!

 

[42769vette]

Wow I checked out their website and you're right, the warranty is awesome! I'll definitely be getting the vortex!

Let me know when your ready, and Ill get you squared away.

 

[Huntinfool]

You won't go wrong with either Allen or the Vortex PST