Wanna Scope my Mosin.

[jesse485]

I have a very nice 91/30 that I feel could benefit from a scope. While the stock sights would be fine on a battle rifle, I find them lacking for the role of precision. I have purchased a cheap-o mount that uses the rear sight base to attach to. This necessitates an Extended Eye Relief or handgun scope. Any suggestions? As I am scoping a $100 rifle, I don't wanna break the bank on a scope. Variable or fixed are fine, although fixed will probably be the better choice given cost. Give me some suggestions!

Edited to add: Intended purpose of scope would be plinking and target practice.

[chevrofreak]

I have an NCStar 4x32 on my .308 scout rifle and it has been flawless so far, with over 100rds fired since installation.

I picked this model for its extra long eye relief based on where the scope would be mounted. http://www.nightvisionsales.com/product_info.php/cPath/161_164_180/products_id/1570

http://files.chevrofreak.com/guns/M1916/DSC02820.jpg

It may be cheap, but it has some of the clearest optics I've seen.

[jesse485]

Looks good, thanks for the pic. Do you find the 4x to be enough magnification for .308? I know .308 and 7.62x54r are very similar cartidges. What is the furthest range you think you would be comfortable with that scope?

[chevrofreak]

I was actually surprised at how well 4x does. At 100 yards I have no problem seeing a 1" bullseye. I really don't plan on shooting past 300 yards personally and 4x does fine out there.

I think your typical scout scope is about 2.5x or so.