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Clearance between scope and Tube.
I have target set ups where the clearance is minimal but lose to shooters with 25mm or more spacing.

In the field, distance is restricted due to limitations of each airgun and I adjust to that.
25 and 35 yard set ups using reticle marking are my goto, higher scope mounting does need correction as you come in to closer distances below 20 yards which is best sorted at the range.

Kruza and other forum members shooting out to 100 yards is beyond my skills, but I enjoy their posts.
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Originally posted by mercs mercs wrote:

Nikko Stirling Panamax $250, ZeroTech Vengeance $400, Bushnell R3 $400.

All will eventually fail but no issues with warranty returns in my experience.

Element Iris is of interest but 100 yard fixed parallax like the Panamax is generally a compromise needing to keep magnification low.

Side focus on ZeroTech is a nice feature.


Thank you.
The parallax fix is quite simple. I did it on a Vortex Viper I fitted to a 17HMR so I'm not worried about that.  I don't object to spending good money on good optics if they're fit for purpose.
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Good video -Ec, I will have a go at scope tuning this afternoon.
What could possibly go wrong......
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Originally posted by Ashman Ashman wrote:

Originally posted by mercs mercs wrote:

The best scope for a Gamo Magnum is one with a no questions, lifetime warranty.
I would still recommend some form of recoil protection.
Diana ZR mount is an option, seen below with a NS Panamax 3-9x40.
Secure back-stop is essential, I have used the rear section of the supplied Gamo rail.



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Yep, no questions warranty is a no brainer.  I was talking to a mate in pest control that uses an Elements Iris 3- 9 x40 on his Swarm.   It's a $400 scope though.
Any other options around that price that are better value?
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Originally posted by mercs mercs wrote:

Clearance between scope and Tube.
I have target set ups where the clearance is minimal but lose to shooters with 25mm or more spacing.

In the field, distance is restricted due to limitations of each airgun and I adjust to that.
25 and 35 yard set ups using reticle marking are my goto, higher scope mounting does need correction as you come in to closer distances below 20 yards which is best sorted at the range.

Kruza and other forum members shooting out to 100 yards is beyond my skills, but I enjoy their posts.

Yes I see.  I won't be doing so much target stuff, although to get familiar with whatever I buy I'll spend some hours.  That's the beauty of air; cheap ammo.
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