{"id":71,"date":"2019-02-05T12:04:40","date_gmt":"2019-02-05T12:04:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hunterswiki.com\/?p=71"},"modified":"2019-02-05T12:04:40","modified_gmt":"2019-02-05T12:04:40","slug":"300-yards-scope-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hunterswiki.com\/300-yards-scope-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"What Scope Do I Need for 300 Yards? 3 Points to Consider!"},"content":{"rendered":"
The average distance from which most rifle users shoot at their target is 100-150 yards approximately. A 300 yard distance is considered long for normal hunting\/shooting activities. This is why the scope you use for 300 yards will need some special features to enable you to take that long range shot perfectly.<\/p>\n
Here are basic components which you need to look for while shooting from 300 Yards:<\/p>\n
First, long range scopes have greater magnification than others. Optimal magnification is essential for a good shot as it gives you a clear image of the target. \u201cGreater magnification\u201d, however, does not mean too much magnification as the latter comes with problems of is own. It narrows the field of vision for the shooter and decreases the exit pupil making it hard to spot your target in the dark. The best magnification is that which gives you a good solid view of your target. On average a 4x-6x magnification is best for long ranger shooting, depending on how big or small your target is and what the lighting conditions are.<\/p>\n
Got a scope for AR15?<\/strong> Learn How to Mount it<\/a>!<\/p>\n Secondly, the diameter of the objective lens on your scope matters. The objective lens is the bigger lens placed at the end of your scope. Its job is to gather light and redirect it to the ocular lens (at the start of the scope, from where the hunter sees) so that you can see your target in plenty of light. Objective lenses are quite useful in low-light conditions where the shooter needs to see their target clearly, e.g. when shooting deer in the woods at dawn or dusk.\u00a0 Larger objective lenses attract more light and are better for shooting targets at a distance. However, too much light can also be a hindrance as it will too much for the eye to take in during good natural light such as in the morning. It also entails a bigger objective lens which adds to the weight of the overall scope. A 32mm-40mm objective lens is best for long range shooting such as at 300 yards. It provides you with ample light and a wide enough field of view.<\/p>\n2.\u00a0Diameter of Objective Lens<\/h3>\n