8x32 nightforce br

[rfair]

Hey all you Nightforce guys,
What does the knob on the bottom left side of benchrest models do?

 

[NateHaler]

Hey all you Nightforce guys,
What does the knob on the bottom left side of benchrest models do?

It's not a 'knob'. It's the housing for a coil spring which helps keep the erector assembly in place.

 

[rfair]

OH ! thanks, I've only seen pics of them but when my money from 2 other scopes come back, I'm either getting the Benchrest 8x32 with the NP-R2 or the NXS 5.5x22x50 with the NP-R1 !!

 

[dreever]

Randy,

Remember the Benchrest model has .125 min clicks while the NXS has .250 I own both, but for precision target work the Benchrest model is easier to dial in on the ten ring. With the NXS I find I need to use a combination of clicks and hold off to get the job done.
I really like the elevation and windage knobs on the NXS. No caps to remove and lose. The side focus for me is somewhat of a liability on the NXS since I'm left handed.
I still feel the BR model is clearer,one less mirror than a side focus.
Consider all your options but you'll be happy with either one.

Danny

 

[buzzard]

I have a 12x42 and the parallax graduations are way off I suggest that you check it out before you buy

 

[Gman]

Yes, they are off on my BR model too, but does it really matter? Just look through the scope at your designated target, and adjust the AO to get rid of the parallax. Done. Put crosshairs or dot on 'point of aim', and squeeze one off.

 

[rfair]

Thanks for the replies, I'm so excited about getting either one that I can't keep my mind on my work! I'm a frickin mess!
Although any other info would be appreciated because from folks like you, I get the good and the bad if any!

 

[rfair]

One more question! I'm wondering what the 8x32 looks like without the turret caps?

 

[manitou210]

Drever gave you some very good advice, all fellows I shoot F class with the new downsized targets are getting rid of there .250min scopes and going for .125min on benchrest models
at 300 meters you can be on left or right of bull and must shoot off center,not with the .125min scopes

 

[dreever]

As far as the parallax graduations being off on the BR model, the answer is yes, they all are.
Here's what I do. Our range has target backers out to 850 yards so I simply set the parallax at each yardage and using a fine paint brush I mark the bell with dots of white nail polish to match the corresponding yardages. One dot for 100, two dots for 200, three dots for 300, etc. etc. etc. untill I reach infinity. The nail polish wears like iron and so far even after years of use I've not had to touch it up.

Danny

 

[Preacher]

rfair, I hope this helps you out a little...

 

[boogershooter]

I Have been putting off buying a NF as well.Money being a little tight currently.But have a new custom rifle sitting in safe for near 3 months now,the good thing is it lets me think long and hard about what to buy.Leaning towards the 8-32 as well- thinking it will be more versatile...I like the high power, but also would like to turn it down to 8 for close up shooting as well.I am all ears!

 

[dreever]

The difference between 8 and 12 power for close up shooting is negligible. However the difference between 32 and 42 power at the longer yardages is quite a bit more. The question you need to ask yourself is after you buy the 8-32 are you going to say 'Gee, I wish I'd have bought the 12-42 because it sure would be nice to have that extra ten power!'? I'd strongly suggest going with the 12-42 and I'll bet you never look back.

Danny

 

[boogershooter]

Your right...Thanks Dan. Where to buy is next question.Who has best price?

 

[dreever]

boogershooter,

e-mail sent.

Danny