hairy biker 14 Posted August 23, 2015 Report Share Posted August 23, 2015 I'm thinking of getting a multi x reticle scope for general hunting out to 35-40 yards has I don't think you need a mildot or any other type reticle for use with .177 air rifles.how many of you use the standard multi x reticle for hunting Quote Link to post
Rez 4,961 Posted August 23, 2015 Report Share Posted August 23, 2015 Moxy does. Pianoman does. Whatever the calibre, its a real fine art using no aim points. Shows proper confidence. Quote Link to post
mark williams 7,568 Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 Whichever way you look at it, after 40 yds it becomes " guesswork" . Surely without a mill dot reticule , the chances of a "glancing or wounding head shot" is greatly increased and more so in .22. "Wait for it" 2 Quote Link to post
Rez 4,961 Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 Whichever way you look at it, after 40 yds it becomes " guesswork" . Surely without a mill dot reticule , the chances of a "glancing or wounding head shot" is greatly increased and more so in .22. "Wait for it" Not touching the .22 comment Mark. But the Youtube 'stars' would perhaps disagree. Readily taking game out to 60 yards, with a .22, with mildot calibration. I would agree with you though. A bit Quote Link to post
mark williams 7,568 Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 Turn the 60 yd field craft star down to 30yds with either calibre and the suggested reticle is perfectly fine,further out to 40 yds in .177 is there if required too. Unlike some hunters i much prefer to get close, real close to my intended quarry but, more skill involved " each to their own" i suppose. Yes i agree Rez , some great shooting is achievable with mill dot reticle scopes atb Quote Link to post
villaman 9,982 Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 IMO mill dot scope are a must for air guns ,specially for .22 if you shoot past 32 yards or 40 yards for .177 1 Quote Link to post
moxy 617 Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 So what we saying then? .22 shooters without mildots miss more than they hit at range? Or 50/50? Winging it. So to speak? Can't argue with the "proven" methods and practices using mildots. But I'm happy not using them. Never felt the need. Quote Link to post
villaman 9,982 Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 If you have FAC i would agree with you , but for sub 12 i would prefer milldots , i have used a old gold crown with good results years ago with no milldots 1 Quote Link to post
moxy 617 Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 Each to their own and I'm not going to knock anything that works for the next man. Can't argue with results I don't use mildots on my sub 12's. Missed plenty but that's all part of the ongoing learning curve and shite shooting. There's always an off day. Week or month for some...... Getting to know your setup and judging distance is always a must. (however inaccurate it is at times!! My idea of 30yds is feck all like 30yds! When using the rangefinder). Quote Link to post
villaman 9,982 Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 Each to their own and I'm not going to knock anything that works for the next man. Can't argue with results I don't use mildots on my sub 12's. Missed plenty but that's all part of the ongoing learning curve and shite shooting. There's always an off day. Week or month for some...... Getting to know your setup and judging distance is always a must. (however inaccurate it is at times!! My idea of 30yds is feck all like 30yds! When using the rangefinder). I don't know who you mean , but I am sure mac will have something to say about it 1 Quote Link to post
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