05-26-2020, 02:56 AM
Allen Roberts Wrote:gwtx, I appreciate your reply. Believe me thermals stay on my mind. I weigh the decision on how much do I hunt, the cost etc. I often look at the $1200- $2000 ATN line, but there is such a mix reviews of didnt work, tuns off when I shoot, poor service. All these complaints scare me away. I just end up staying with what I have. Your looking at 3 grand up at pulsar(my choice). Thats equivalent to buying several NV scopes and a lot of sirloin for you and me.
I understand the cost concerns. I am semi retired, still working every day on the farm/ranch.
Only way I could do it was to sell off some equipment and a couple other toys. After I closed the deal, I thought, "I can't believe you spent $3k for a scope". I live in a rural area, and the hogs have torn up all the properties around here. I can't really justify it I suppose , but I use my scope every night. I go out for an hour or more on my property, and I have permission(actually requested to hunt) on my neighbors. It's the only "vice" I have left,,,I think.
and I really enjoy it. I pedal about a mile to a mile and a half on a mountain bike, and usually walk a bit more stalking , so it's good exercise as well. I did a LOT of research before I decided on the Pulsar, and from what I've seen since, they are still the "best bang for the buck" at the $3K level. Hope you decide to "go for it", you'll really enjoy it . Keep us posted on your progress. P.S. What kind of rifle do you hunt with. The ability to make follow up shots is amazing with a Grendel and a thermalscope.