Mueller 40X

[dan gowe]

Some thoughts on my new Mueller 40X56mm Objective scope. When you open the box, the 30mm tube and the 56mm Objective lens sets you back a little, as to the size. This was my first impression, Holy Cow! Although I should not have been so surprised, as I have the Mueller 8X32 Target with the 30mm tube too. I searched the net looking for information on this scope, so far all reports seem to be positive enough. My 8X32 Mueller is set up on a 22-250, sleeved Remington 700 action, single shot conversion with a Krieger 1-14 twist barrel, and Kelby bench rest stock. This new Mueller 40X is on another sleeved Remington 700 action, single shot conversion, chambered in .222 with a Krieger 1-14 twist barrel, aluminum I-beam stock, set up for informal bench rest shooting on a home target range. At first I set up the .222 with the 8X32, and that worked fine. I then saw the 40X offered and just had to have it. All I can say is NICE. On the range I find the 56mm objective to be a real advantage to gather light. The target dot cross hairs are ideal for my application and this makes a fantastic combination for precise target shooting. One thing of concern was the listed weight. The specifications on the Mueller 40X states that it weighs 23 oz. My scale says its weighs 26.05 oz without the turret caps on. This extra 3 oz is puzzling and concerning. Another puzzle is the specifications for the smaller Mueller 8X32 are 26.0 oz and my scale has it at 23.20 oz, Puzzling indeed! The overall fit and finish on the 40X is fantastic. The turrets were a little stiff to operate when first received, but after the scope acclimated to the shop temp, then working them up/down, they work fine now. Nothing new to report on the function of the scope, as it functions as expected without a hitch. For my informal home range this scope is fine, for registered matches, not so sure. To keep within the 10.5 pound limit, this scope leaves much to be desired. I would have to cut about an inch off the barrel and not use the sunshade. Having used the Leupold 36X scopes in the past, so knowing what to expect, this scope did everything asked of it, as long as I did my part. Overall, it’s the best bang for the buck! DAN

 

[dolek]

Thanks for the write up, I have always wondered about the Mueller scopes . They seem to get good reviews from owners . My Son has had thoughts of ordering the 8 x 32 , I don't think he is aware this scope exists.

 

[beemanjohn]

Glad to see your write up. I have been testing a 40x for about six weeks now. I bought it to put on a .22 that is going to be used for a 100 yard egg shoot, but am testing it on a 223 target rig for now. I decided the .22 is just to dang picky to test anything on.
I took a Sightron slll off the gun to put the Mueller on. Put the Sightron on the .22. (CZ 455 varmint) I have a Golden Eagle on my 6br and have in the past had a T-36 so those are the scopes I use to compare it to.

Like you the first thing I said when I opened is was "holly cow, this thing is huge!" It is a good 2 inches longer than the Golden eagle. Without the shade is is almost as long as the 8-32 Sightron with a shade. Yup, it is big. And yes, it looks real nice. I mean real nice. Nothing cheap looking at all.

So how does it shoot? In a word, great. It holds POI fine, and tracking is very predictable. The cross hairs are just a bit thicker than the T-36, which I like, and the glass quality is (to my eyes anyway) much better than the Weaver I had. It is a whole lot brighter than the Weaver due to the 56MM lens. (I sold the Weaver because it was just too dark for my old eyes) Now the glass is not as good as the Sightron or GE, but what do you want for $269 to your door? If you buy direct from Mueller you get a sun shade, a big wheel for the focus nob (like air rifle guys use. It just clamps on) I think the big wheel looks kind of odd, but I kind of like using it. If you don't like them, you don't have to use them.

Bottom line. When I bought it, it was just out of winter time boredom. I figured I'd play with it and then sell it when the weather warmed up. I really do not see me taking it off of the 223 anytime soon. For the price ($269 from Mueller) it is a great deal. If you are new to shooting and looking at a T-36 for your first scope, I would strongly urge one to take a look at the 40x first. (assuming you don't need to make a light weight for your class)

 

[gkgeiger]

I'm glad I found this thread, I have a 40X on the way. I just watched a video where a guy was pretty much bad mouthing the scope. You guys make me feel better. I guess I'll find out for myself. By the way, I had a T-36 on my 6BR and I liked it.

 

[Herzo]

Purchased a Muller 40X - 56 to mount on my 223 hoping that with the 56mm objective it would be brighter than my T36 on our 200 yard range. I can't say that if was any better. I have to say that the conditions were not the best -- the range is set so that we are shooting to the west (decision was made some 60 years ago) and lighting in the evening is brutal. My biggest disappointment was in having trouble seeing the crosshairs. Even so, I was able to print a 5 shot group @ 0.911" (4 < 0.4") nasty wind conditions.

Given the price, I have to be impressed with the scopes overall performance, though I was hoping to find that diamond in the rough. You can't get $1200 performance for 1/5 the price.

 

[Pinetreebbs]

I've got one and have been quite happy with how it performs. It's on a bull barreled AR now, but I've used it for load testing several rifles. The one negative is getting it on target, it alsmost needs a little spoting scope or some open sights to get you close to your target.

 

[1885Winman4590]

I put mine on a CZ MTR, I've had for a couple months. I have a GE and a sightron sIII 10-50 to compare with. Its a nice scope and a good purchase. A good friend sat on my rifle for a few shots, and now has one exactly like it.
I don't think you can go wrong for the money

 

[Fuj]

Good Scopes. I talked my buddy into getting one for his
varmint. You might say it's a great stepping stone scope
in it's power range and pricing. I just bought it off him
so he had funds for something else. It's the 40x56 with
side wheel. I'll put it on a rimfire for the grandsons. This
one has pretty decent glass.

 

[RICK SMITH]

I have a fixed 40x56 and it is absolutely clear. On certain days I can see through it better than my $1500 vortex. Cant go wrong.

 

[AWS]

I bought the 8-32 on a pre-introduction sale for a load testing scope on the cheap. It was surprisingly clear all the way to 32x. My only complaint is the parallax adjustment is I have to turn it one way and them back again for it to hold, I suppose I could ship it back. Going from rifle to rifle I haven't had any problems sighting it in and the adjustments have been good, I don't dial it for yardage when shooting though. I like the scope enough that it resides on my CZ-455 Varmint for paper punch when the 22LR barrel is on it.

I'd love to try the 40x56 but can't even justify the cost for a scope I just want to play with and have zero need for.

 

[Mark W]

I like my Mueller 8-32s. Decent scopes for the money.

 

[Fuj]

For those wondering,; they are made in China. For it's pricing
margin, I believe this scope is made and shipped as a loss leader.
If your really constrained with a tight budget and a light build,
it's a very good option. Mine is going on a fire forming rifle.

 

[USMCDOC]

a friend of mine has gone through three of them trying to get them to center up on a 50 yard target without running out of windage or elevation. We could put a Leupold or other decent scope on his rifle and get it zero'd without a problem.. but three.. three Mueller 40 power scopes and none would zero.. for me.. i can't say that i like those odds..

 

[NDAR15MAN]

I know this is a older thread. Does any one know how much cross hair scope travel the mueller 40x and the 32x power scopes have ? Thanks. Marty

 

[Fuj]

If I remember, I'll check at the range today. The 40X I just put
on the grandson's CZ-At One rimfire, and will be having it's first
outing this morning.

 

[Fuj]

My 40x as checked today has 22 inches of total elevation, and
14 inches of total windage at 100 yards. Box test looked pretty
good.

 

[FredV]

The 40x scope looks good, but there was insufficient adjustment available in the vertical to use on two rifles. I just kept running out of adjustment either horizontal or vertical. I had no trouble using Sightron or Leupold scopes on the same guns. I didn't change bases or rings, so for me it just didn't point anywhere near bore alignment. Obviously it is working for many, so maybe mines bent.

 

[Fuj]

I believe the scope is more suited for the short game if money
constrained. As it is, I'm taking it off the grandsons CZ rimfire
and it's going back on the the fire forming rifle. I'll donate a
Bushnell XRS for the project. 30 power at 100 yards with his
young eyes ?? He'll do fine......