What Scope To Choose On My .375

[APolizzi11916]

Hello Everyone,
I have a question for you all I have the opportunity to get multiple scopes at reduced prices through my job. I wanted to know you opinions about what I should choose. I am looking at 3 1-6 scopes that would be going on a 375H&H. I have heard a lot of positives on all three but I am looking for some feed back from people who have actually used these scopes or something similar. (feel free to suggest others that I have not mentioned)
-Zeiss Conquest V6 1-6x24 (1,399.99)
-Trijicon Accupoint 1-6x24 (999.99)
-Swarovski Z6I 1-6x24 (1,299.99)

 

[mdwest]

you really cant go wrong with any of those choices..

Im going to probably be the outlier here and say I prefer the Zeiss.. honestly, its not that the Zeiss is any better than the other options, but for me, I've used a lot of Zeiss products over the years and they have always performed, been reliable, etc.. and I just have a lot of confidence in their optics/binos/etc..

The only trijicon products Ive ever used were more "tactical" rather than "hunting" related.. but they are as a rule bomb proof.. and trijicon is an excellent company.. well run, by good people, etc.. that stand behind their products and take great care of their customers.. I wouldnt hesitate to purchase a trijicon optic if I had a need and they had a specific product that I thought would fill that need...

For Swaro.. Ive got a few rifles in the safe topped with swaro glass.. I think you'll find more Swaro fans on AH than Zeiss or Trijicon (although I dont think you'll find many nay sayers on either of those lines here)... Ive never had a problem with anything I own made by Swaro... and if the right deal were available, I wouldnt hesitate to buy more swaro... I just have less experience with swaro than I do with zeiss..

 

[SRvet]

How does the eye relief compare between the three? Then I would be wanting to look through them side by side. I would expect the glass to be better on the Zeiss or Swarovski but I have only glanced at Trijicon so can’t claim experience.

 

[PARA45]

I have the Trijicon you listed and used it in South Africa in 2022. I hunted PG and DG, from the smallest a Warthog, Bushbuck, to larger Lioness and a cow Buffalo. Made some shots from, 95 yds on the Lioness, 120+ yds on the Warthog, to my longest shot at over 350 yds on a Nyala. Could I have used the extra magnification, sure, but since this was my DG rifle, I stayed with the 1-6. Based on both PHs from the Eastern Cape & Kalahari, the 1-6 is perfect for an all-around scope. I hope this helps. Here is a picture of my AHR CZ-550 in 375 H&H.

 

[gbflyer]

Trijicon. Full stop.

 

[BeeMaa]

I have a Swaro Z8i 1-8x24 on my 375H&H and love it. That said, I agree with @mdwest about Trijicon being a very good brand for a DG rifle. Personally, I’m not a fan of Zeiss, but it’s only because the colors don’t look true to me. Another brand to consider is Leica.

 

[mark-hunter]

-Zeiss Conquest V6 1-6x24 (1,399.99)
-Trijicon Accupoint 1-6x24 (999.99)
-Swarovski Z6I 1-6x24 (1,299.99)

I use Zeiss and Swaro, in all round configuration, not wide angle models.

Zeiss and Swaro are higher level of glass quality in my opinion.
I will vote for Swaro, but also with with Zeiss you will not make mistake.
Undoubtly, all three will work.

My preferences would be:
1. Swaro
2. Zeiss
3. Trijicon

 

[62flint]

While not necessary on a Dg set up. I prefer a zero stop scope. Something I can dial up if I want to take a 300 + yard shot.
The Pg that presents it self

 

[nomspc]

My choice is the Swaro which I have on my .375 rifle. Especially since your job has mostly taken price out of consideration. Great glass and specs. One feature I’ve found useful is the ability to preset two illumination levels, and to quickly toggle between off, on and brightly on.

 

[Challer]

All will serve you well. I went 0.75x6 Z8 for up close work. The 0.75 went you need it helps get rid of tunnel vision. But the 1-8 is awesome as well. That and a 2-12 and you’re covered for nearly anything.

Trijicon is very tough. I have them on black rifles. Just be sure the reticle fits hunting not tactical purposes.

 

[HankBuck]

Hello Everyone,
I have a question for you all I have the opportunity to get multiple scopes at reduced prices through my job. I wanted to know you opinions about what I should choose. I am looking at 3 1-6 scopes that would be going on a 375H&H. I have heard a lot of positives on all three but I am looking for some feed back from people who have actually used these scopes or something similar. (feel free to suggest others that I have not mentioned)
-Zeiss Conquest V6 1-6x24 (1,399.99)
-Trijicon Accupoint 1-6x24 (999.99)
-Swarovski Z6I 1-6x24 (1,299.99)

@APolizzi11916 - I’ve had a Leupold VIII 1.75-6 on my .375 H&H for 15 years, fired about 60 rounds thru it after sighting it in for 1” high at 100 yards. It has held zero during airline flights to Alaska and snowmobile rides during Grizz hunt - temps went down to 5 below. It was “still zero’d” last year when I practiced with it before bear season (1” high @ 100 yrds). I know it is not the highest quality scope but it is very good and a real “bargain” at under $500…..it is also nice and light.

 

[Bandera]

I went a little different route. A 2-10X42 Leupold VX-5 with the Firedot and CDS on my 375.
You won’t go wrong with any of the three choices.
Which one has the features you like?

 

[KJE81]

I have bought a Swarovski Z8i 1,7-13,3x42 for my incoming custom Mauser M98 in .375 H&H. The reason for the choice is that I really like to have a lot of magnification and almost never turns a variable scope down below 2. Had a Swarovski Z8i 1-8x24 on my double rifle but cant remember ever putting it on 1x.

 

[375 Ruger Fan]

@APolizzi11916 is the $1299 price you listed for the Swaro a typo? If you can get that scope for that price, get one for me!

 

[Ontario Hunter]

All will serve you well. I went 0.75x6 Z8 for up close work. The 0.75 went you need it helps get rid of tunnel vision. But the 1-8 is awesome as well. That and a 2-12 and you’re covered for nearly anything.

Trijicon is very tough. I have them on black rifles. Just be sure the reticle fits hunting not tactical purposes.

With 0.75x the sight picture will include barrel and front sight. To remedy will require a higher mount = less readily acquired. I have a low mounted 1-5x on my 404 and the front sights are definitely in the picture at 1x. At 0.75x they would be downright obstructive. Barrel and front sight do tend to disappear around 2.75x. I hesitate to raise the scope because the field of view acquires instantly. I close my eyes, mount the rifle quickly, open my eyes, and crosshairs with full field are right there. That's what I want with DGR sights, scope or irons.

 

[NIGHTHAWK]

My LF hand SAKO .375H&H has a Nightforce 2.5-10 x 42 NXS. Works great. It also has a zero stop and Illuminates. Little more money than your current budget.

I have a 450 Dakota that needs a scope. I need to get that one figured out…

If you end up buying Swarovski Z6I 1-6x24 (1,299.99) at that price, let me know where. I may pick one up…

 

[APolizzi11916]

@APolizzi11916 is the $1299 price you listed for the Swaro a typo? If you can get that scope for that price, get one for me!

The scope was a demo scope with only minor cosmetic damage (does not appear to have any actual issues)

 

[Rule 303]

I have a swaro Z3, several Zeiss Conquests and Victory's and a couple of the Trijacon 1.5-4X25 picket post reticle and Aimpoint. The one's that go on my 416Rigby are the Aimpoint and the Trijacon. Good optics (yes not in the class of the others but better than a lot) are rugged and the fastest to use.

On my 375H&H I have a Ziess Victory 1-6X42. I see the scopes you mention have a 24mm ocular so presume it is mainly for close fast work, I'd go the Trijacon. Mind you none of them are what I would call a bad choice.

 

[Goat416]

The Swarovski Z6i 1.7-10x42 is on my 375H&H, it gives plenty of range for PG but still can be dialed down for anything real close. I have always saved the 1-6 scopes for my 416's.

I have always liked the glass of the Swarovski's best when it comes to color and clarity.

 

[Killo]

I have the Trijicon you listed and used it in South Africa in 2022. I hunted PG and DG, from the smallest a Warthog, Bushbuck, to larger Lioness and a cow Buffalo. Made some shots from, 95 yds on the Lioness, 120+ yds on the Warthog, to my longest shot at over 350 yds on a Nyala. Could I have used the extra magnification, sure, but since this was my DG rifle, I stayed with the 1-6. Based on both PHs from the Eastern Cape & Kalahari, the 1-6 is perfect for an all-around scope. I hope this helps. Here is a picture of my AHR CZ-550 in 375 H&H.

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Nice, what rifle is that?