The largest, most powerful precision rifle scopes will make your rifle entirely impractical to shoot standing up at the close range. Congratulations on your choice of a nikon p 22 rifl escope. P 223 riflescopes cost about half that of a comparable m 223 scope. The nikon m 223 8485 14x20 riflescope is a variable powered scope designed specifically for. Nikon has gone above and beyond the call of duty when designing the new p223 scopes by incorporating some highly innovative features such as the bdc600 reticle and the rapid action turrets with spring loaded, instant reset, zero. For 2012, nikon launched a new and affordable riflescope, the p223. Nikon has a full range of ar riflescopes engineered to accommodate virtually any ar platform rifle. Power is adjusted on the m223 via a sculpted, knurled aluminum ring. This is a discussion on nikon p 223 scope on a mini. Even with all bolts tight, the mount still moves fronttoback. The nikon p 223 39x40 is a very effective variable zoom riflescope.
This program was introduced by nikon to provide customers with. The bdc reticle is designed to compensate for the trajectory of your firearm or crossbow. I can zero it in dang good at 25 yards, but if i keep the same settings and go to 100 yards, i dont even hit the target. This rifle scope includes the bdc 600 reticle and a rapid action turret that has been calibrated especially for use with the. Your new scope is the fi nest example of nikons rugged and durable construction and precision bright optics. Nikon has a complete line of optics boasting caliberspecific reticles and spot on ballistics, nikon s p tactical riflescopes are what you need to take your precision shooting to the next level. I have a m 223 3x12x40 bdc600, i have the scope sited in at 100 yards, i reset the knobs at 0. Also, is it going to matter if i have a fsb on my ar. The p223 riflescope is available in two configurations. This is a discussion on nikon p 223 3x32 scope within the sig sauer rifles forums, part of the sig sauer forum category.
Congratulations on your choice of a nikon p223 rifl escope. This scope is for shooters who like getting first time shots at longer distances. Choosing the higher magnification option while purchasing this scope is recommended because it does not change even a bit in the zoom range. The reticle is designed around 2 of the most popular varmint cartridges, the. Zero in of other rifle scopes is bit difficult and for most of the scopes wrench is needed and is also time consuming. Nikon has been stepping up its game with regard to rifle scopes and the m233 bdc 600 312x42sf is no exception. With such a flood of scopes out there for the black rifles out there, i asked nikon s adam goess what prompted the p223. Thank you for choosing the nikon bdc reticle riflescope crossbow scope. Everything else about the p 223 scope was exemplary, though. Now it wont return to zero, clicking turrets to bring it back to the right did not get any movement from reticle, i banged on it with my hand and tried again and it started moving over.
A bdc allows the shooter to manually adjust his scope to hit targets at different ranges as a 223 remington round will not have the same point of impact at 200 yards as it might at 500 or even 600 yards. We zeroed ours at 200 yards as that is what nikon recommends. Installzeroing a scope on an ar15 the leading glock forum. To simplify field adjustments, nikon has integrated this feature into all new riflescopes. Nikon scope service 841 apollo street, suite 100 ei segundo, ca. Nikon ptactical riflescope 300blk 27x32 matte bdc supersub. This is a discussion on nikon p 223 scope owners within the sig sauer rifles forums, part of the sig sauer forum category. I dont think you can beat the quality of optic and nikon s reputation for standing behind what they make. P 223 cant zero, elevation does not move on nikon p223 scope, how to adjust nikon p 223, how to sight in a nikon p 223 scope, how to sight in a nikon p223 scope, how to sight in nikon p 223, how to use nikon p 223 scope, how to zero nikon p 223, nikon p 223 3x32 zero, nikon p 223 manual, nikon p 223 scope manual, nikon p223 at 25 yards. Whether you use your scope for hunting or for target shooting, the procedure for mounting is identical. Nikon p 223 ar 412x40mm bdc 600 reticle rifle scope was designed for versatility, perfect for any type of shooting situation. Refurbished nikon p 223 rifle scope 3x32mm bdc carbine reticle 35.
The new p223 version produces more precise and clear image of the target at. Zero setting of the elevation and windage adjustment turrets. Instant zero in is the best feature of p 223 because you do not need to use any wrench to re zero the scope. Now that we talked a little about some small game hunting, with a. User manuals, nikon riflescope operating guides and service manuals. Nikon has increased the tension required to turn the turrets to make accidental turning less of a problem, that being said, having used this style of scope for so many years i routinely glance at both turrets to make sure they are still at zero. When zeroed at 200 yards the bdc reticle in the 3x32 mm carbine. The nikon p tactical is a constant favorite of ours here, and it is really no surprise why. Sighting in a nikon p 300 scope on my homebuilt 300 aac blackout. So i was extremely pleased to see nikon introduce the p 223 ar15 rifle scope series.
If you want to get soem longer range shotoing the bdc reticle lets you use nikon s spot on program to get accurate distances for you bdc circles. This video desribes how the nikon bdc reticle works and how to use the nikon spoton software to deter. The bdc lets the shooter adjust the scope to engage targets at different ranges because it compensates for the strike of the round as the bullet travels through its arc. Designed with fully multicoated, fogproof optics and a quickfocus eyepiece, the nikon p. Zero your scope, dont move the turrets, take full advantage of the bdc 600 reticle, and youll be well served by the nikon p 223 and m 223 lines. Designed for extreme sighting speed and superior longrange accuracy for ar platform rifles and. Not only is the product line designed for specific pairing with rifles chambered in. May, 2015 for more accurate and long range targets, nikon has introduces a latest technology based rifle scope that is p223 39 x40. I ended up buying the m 223 mount for this scope rather than the twopiece p 223 mount. The range and hash marks for this model is also quite decent for its type.
When i have the gun in the case and go to remove it, it will end up that the knobs will turn from zero and i am haveing to turn it back to zero. From mounting using a nikon m223xr mount to zeroing, the entire process was about as painless as it could be. Reviews for nikon ptactical riflescope 300blk 27x32 matte bdc supersub 16522. I found that from a 230yard zero, the scar312x 42 mm bdc scope combo would produce deadon hits at 100yard intervals. In fact, this is about the baseline standard for a good rifle scope. An incredibly easy method that works for all as an experienced hunter or shooter, you must be looking for a highquality rifle scope thats designed to survive in all environments and let you get the first round hit even at longer ranges using ar platform rifle. The nikon p 223 seems to be made for long range varmint hunting with its bullet drop compensator bdc calibrated for the 223 remington round.
Jan 14, 2014 mounting my nikon p 223 39x40scope mount on my rock river a4 varmint ar15. The nikon p 223 riflescope features tremendous sighting speed and expert longrange accuracy for your firearm. These scopes usually feature maximum magnification ranging from 14x all the way up to 30x. Nikon has gone above and beyond the call of duty when designing the new p 223 scopes by incorporating some highly innovative features such as the bdc600 reticle and the rapid action turrets with spring loaded, instant reset, zero. Like the nikon p 223, the nikon p 233 offers antiparallax for about 100 yards. For more accurate and long range targets, nikon has introduces a latest technology based rifle scope that is p223 39 x40. Nikon p223 39x40 ar riflescopethe new p223 series broadens nikons lineup of precision optics for ar rifles. The p 223 39 bdc 600 scope lets you dial in the accuracy even more with nikon s spot on ballistic program. Feb 20, 2018 i just bought a nikon p 223 39x40 scope, and opted for the onepiece m 223 mount. Get your scope tracking to farther points of impact by zeroing the turret at a closer range. This scope is specifically designed for ar15 type rifles chambered in remington. A high performance rifle scope designed specifically for high performance.
Nikon p series mount 835, 1 inch included accessories. The scope also offers spring loaded instant zeroreset turrets to simplify field adjustments, nikon has integrated this feature into the p223 rifles cope. Crank it down to 3 for fast moving tactical targets or up to 9 to test what you and your rifle are capable of shooting. With such a flood of scopes out there for the black rifles out there, i asked nikons adam goess what prompted the p223. The reticle offers you unique opencircle aiming points along with bullet drop hash marks ranging from 100 to 600 yards.
Congratulations on your choice of a nikon p 223 rifl escope. Precision, accuracy, durability, and dependability are the correct words to describe this nikon p 223 39x40 scope. If your shooting requirements include constant manual windage and elevation adjustments, such as in a specific longrange precision role, youre probably better off seeking other options. I dont have a torque wrench for inchpounds, so i tightened it down a much as i dared on my windham ar15 top rail. Innovations like the bdc reticle and the spoton ballistics program are perfect. World record attempt open sight shot 2240 yards ernest jimenez unmodified k31 swiss 7.
Just sightin as usual, then lift the springloaded adjustment knob, rotate to your zero, and reengage. Field adjustments are now as simple as dialingin your subsequent ranges. I have been using the compact 3x carbine scope on my competition ar and i am very pleased with how well it works. Importantly, theres no bulky zoom ring at the rear and dimensions are nice and small. Just so you know, i do freelance work for nikon but i have been using their bdc reticle scopes since they came out and long before spot on increased their accuracy considerably. Well, i installed although im not sure how correctly, since i have never done it before a nikon p 223 39x40 in a burris pepr qd mount on my 14. After zeroing both rigs at 100 yards, i proceeded to. The rifle scope is a best addition in the field of magnification. How to use the nikon bdc reticle and spoton software youtube. That being said, i think for your needs the p 223 39 bdc 600 will give you a lot more flexibility in the way you shoot. Jan 19, 2012 this is a compact 3power scope made just for the ar15 style rifle. The scope can be zeroed in at 100 yards and adjusted out to 800 yards. Nikon p223 39x40 rifle scope 8497 with free nikon 835 scope.
The bdc carbine reticle was developed specifically for the trajectory of the. You can shoot with any rifle but scope is a musthave accessory to hit the target exactly at your chosen point. Measuring slightly more than 8 inches in length and weighing a mere 12. What i am looking for is a definitive set of instructions walkthrough video perhaps etc. Either way, nikoplex or bdc, check out nikon s spot on ballistic program, itll give you a ton of info and help you make the most of your rigs accuracy. These rifle scopes add cost, weight, and bulk as magnification increases. This is a compact 3power scope made just for the ar15 style rifle. The nikon p 223 also equips its variable zoom scope with a patented bdc 600 reticle.
This nikon device is the right choice for serious shooters and hunters who can appreciate its optical quality and performance. Nikon p series scope s i have beenusing both the p 223 3x and 39 on my ars. To zero your rifle scope, head to your local gun range and mount your rifle in a rest. I do freelance prshooting events for nikon and have literally put s of rounds under both the 39 and 3x carbine scope with zero issues. Ive been reading about parallax and im still more confused about it than a homeless guy on house arrest. Is there going to be any issues with the scope and mount being compatible. The nikon p 233 has a bdc 600 reticle with opencircle aiming points and a quickfocus eyepiece that ensures instant sharp focus of the target every time. Mar 03, 20 p 223 cant zero, elevation does not move on nikon p223 scope, how to adjust nikon p 223, how to sight in a nikon p 223 scope, how to sight in a nikon p223 scope, how to sight in nikon p 223, how to use nikon p 223 scope, how to zero nikon p 223, nikon p 223 3x32 zero, nikon p 223 manual, nikon p 223 scope manual, nikon p223 at 25 yards. Utah, did a search but only saw one entry from a few years ago with two kind of related replys.
Its a shame nikon is getting out of the scope business however, i emailed them before buying and they will still. Using the splatter burst zeroing target, i aimed on one of the smaller target corner squares and my shots with nikon p 223 are consistent at 100 yards i was able to hit the red target square and my groupings are within the corner square. By pulling the knob out, parallax can be set for any distance between 50 yards and infinity. The optic is a fixed power 3x magnification, with hash marks in the reticle for bullet drop programmed for 55 grain bullets built into the scope. Unlike the burris 332, the nikon is styled very much like a traditional scope. When the range is clear and its safe to shoot, take 35 shots at the bulls eye. Nikon bdc reticle instruction manual thank you for choosing the nikon bdc reticle riflescope crossbow scope. This extremely effective variable zoom rifle scope is perfect for everything from shooting on a range to tree stand.
Refurbished nikon p 223 ar rifle scope 412x40mm bdc 600 reticle matte nikon p 223 ar 412x40mm bdc 600 reticle rifle scope was designed for versatility, perfect for any type of shooting situation. When initially zeroing the bdc predator reticle we highly recommend using a round or circular bullseye type target versus a diamond style. With its new m 223 series, nikon has taken such specialization to a new level. Long range hunting scopes from nikon equip ar shooters with enhanced targeting speed and shooting precision. This scope represents the top of the line as far as tactical rifle scopes from the optics company known for its lenses the m series of 223 rifle scopes is a little pricier than the p series, but the scope is packed with extra features and accessories including a lightweight mount.
Keeps your brow safeeven with the heaviest recoiling cartridges, lightweight rifles, and severe shooting angles. While offering similar basic feature sets and capabilities, the m 223 line technically ranks above the p 223 brand in several notable ways. The program gives you the accurate distance for the reference points in the. After youve taken your shots, examine your shot grouping through the scope. There are even special tools that have been invented for this job like fancy laser boresighters and other gizmos. Nikon p 223 39x40 rifle scope 8497 with free nikon 835 scope mount w rings andwe apologize for the inconvenience, but at this time we are unable to export this product outside of the usa. The model provides 3 9x magnification giving you a clear idea of the actual size of the targeted object. Tactical style turrets on p223 features a nifty positiveclick reticle adjustment. Congratulations on your choice of a nikon p22 rifl escope.
Two of their most popular brands are specifically designed for ar15style rifles in standard chamberings. Nikon p223 39x40 scope mounting on rock river a4 ar15. Nikon p 223 39x40 rifle scope, matte black, w bdc 600 reticle 8497included accessories. Heres a pic of my p 223 39 bdc 600 scope and nikon s p series ar mounts. The p223 simply features a fixed, yet functional, parallax at 100 yards. This has probably been asked before, but im new to the forum, so here goes im thinking about putting a nikon p 223 39x40 scope on. Zeroing your new scope seems to be one of the biggest mysteries out there. The nikon does not come with a lit reticle, an option i dont really need to pay for in extra weight or cost anyways. Your new scope is the fi nest example of nikon s rugged and durable construction and precision bright optics. Or, wait until the range is cold and take the target down. Designed predominantly for short barreled ar rifles, lets check. The bdc600 reticle has an opencircle aiming point with hash marks from 100 to 600 yards.
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