The Winchester .270 developed by Winchester Repeating Arms is a long-range cartridge made for deer and deer-level hunting games. Whether it’s the mountains or the plain field, this caliber will always have your back at any cost.
While the caliber is quite fun to use and can do some serious damage to your target, it can also do serious damage to scopes unfitted for such kickback. Because of that, finding the best scope for .270 Winchester has become a serious need.
Don’t worry, I will not bore you with more details that you know already. Instead, let’s talk about what you are really here for. The scopes.
How To Choose The Best Scope For .270 Winchester?
Now that you know some of the best Winchester 270 scopes, how do you choose the one suited for you? Well, it will depend on you and your shooting habitat. But let me give you a couple of pointers that might help you further.
Firstly, you will need to decide on what range you are shooting at. If you want a longer range, then you have no choice but to get a long-range scope.
But if you are flexible on the range and don’t really care about long-range that much, just want to shoot some deer in a game, then you can get away with using a medium-range scope as well.
And lastly, you will need to think about your budget. How much are you willing to spend on the optic that you want so badly? Do you want to go all out? You can do that.
But if you want to save some money and get a budget-oriented scope, there is nothing wrong with that. Spend the amount you are comfortable with.
1. Vortex Optics Razor HD 3-18×50 Gen II FFP Riflescope
The first scope I want to recommend to you guys is from Vortex. It’s part of their Razor lineup. It’s the second gen of Razor HD. The scope is made out of durable aircraft-grade aluminum.
It’s lightweight, durable, and extremely rigid. The exterior has a flawless matte black anodization that looks really pleasing to the eyes. The turrets are a coin system and you can adjust them on the fly and they will keep their adjustment till you change them again.
The lenses are made out of HD glasses and they are extremely bright. They gather plenty of light through the 50 and 56mm objective lenses respectively. As the scope is sealed with O-rings, water can’t get inside and mess up your scope. The outside is also shockproof.
What kind of rings should I get with this?
Definitely, the Pro series rings from Vortex. They are simply put, great. They will keep the zero of the weapon and keep your adjustments intact.
Where is this scope made?
The Vortex Razor HD Gen II is made in Japan. That’s right, it’s hailing from Japan with all of their advanced treatment on the lenses.
Does it also come with an unconditional warranty?
Yes, it does. It comes with a lifelong unlimited unconditional warranty. Doesn’t matter when, Vortex got your back.
2. Zeiss Conquest V4 6-24x50mm Riflescope
I’m sure you have come across Zeiss at least once in your life. Whether it’s their phone camera lenses or their involvement in camera lenses in general. Or may even their eyeglasses.
Whatever it is, if you had a previous taste of a Zeiss product, you can understand why they are so hyped.
Zeiss uses top-tier aluminum for their scope. The chassis of this scope is lightweight and extremely durable. It’s the perfect housing for fully multi-coated lenses provided by Zeiss.
It has no chromatic aberration, color alteration, or any kind of lens related issue at all. In fact, they are some of the best lenses on the market regardless of the price.
The scope is water, fog, and shockproof. It’s built to last you a long time and it will do so. And the way this scope was built, it will probably outlast most of your other scopes and the competitors as well.
Does the scope come with any mounting accessories?
No, it doesn’t. Mounting accessories is something that you should decide on yourself. The height you want, the format you want. Whether you want QD or not. You know, the usual.
Does Zeiss offer any warranty with their optics?
Zeiss offers a limited lifetime transferable warranty with their Conquest series.
Is the reticle illuminated?
It is. It’s a ZMOA-1 reticle and it’s illuminated. The illumination is bright enough to be noticeable during the entire day.
3. Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm Riflescope
The VX series of scope from Leupold is known to be versatile. Just like the caliber you are using. Leupold VX-3 HD is without a doubt one of the best scopes for 270 Win.
As the scope is capable of hunting deer and shooting at pretty long-range targets, it’s often the first choice of most newbie and veteran hunters.
The price-to-performance ratio of VX-3HD is insanely good. The scope is equipped with an aircraft-grade aluminum chassis.
The chassis is chemically purged and anodized for a black color finish. The inside is immune to liquid and moisture. And the exterior is durable, shockproof, and waterproof as well.
Which reticle should I get?
That’s up to you my friend. The same goes for the color as well. Depending on what color you get, the price may increase quite a bit. You need to decide if that increment is worth it or not.
Does this optic feature Leupold’s twilight light management system?
No, it doesn’t. Instead, it features Leupold’s elite optical system. Which is another light management system made by Leupold to ensure low-light performance. This scope performs exceptionally well the entire day.
What is the tube diameter?
The tube diameter of this scope is 1”. You will need 1” rings to pair up. Don’t buy anything bigger or smaller. They won’t fit.
4. Trijicon TR20 AccuPoint 3-9×40 Riflescope
You probably know of Trijicon from their ACOG already. They also make good hunting scopes besides their ACOG whose main purpose is tactical shooting. The TR20 is a versatile scope rocking an AccuPoint reticle.
The scope itself is made out of durable aircraft-grade aluminum. The aluminum is lightweight and extremely rigid. It is also purged internally to make it fogproof.
As for the exterior, it’s shock, water, and fogproof as well. All in all, it’s a really durable scope made for serving you a long time.
The scope is available in 3 different reticles. Depending on what you prefer or what you are used to, your decision will vary. That’s expected. The lenses are fully multi-coated as well.
They are crystal clear and have no distortion at all. The illumination on this optic is done through a fiber optic. Making it completely battery free.
Is the reticle on SFP?
Yes, the reticle is on the second focal plane. While it could have benefited from the first focal plane, it’s just not there.
What size ring do I need for this scope?
You will need 1” rings for this scope. The tube diameter is one inch. Don’t make the mistake of getting the wrong size rings. Trust me, it’s not a fun process.
Does the scope come with any warranty?
It does come with a limited lifetime manufacturer warranty and 15 years warranty for the tritium lamp.
5. Athlon Optics Argos BTR GEN2 6-24X50 FFP Riflescope
There is nothing new to be said about Athlon as a brand. They are not a new kid on the block and they are making some great budget to medium-priced scopes for recreational shooting and hunting. The Argos BTR Gen 2 is a long-range riflescope suitable for cartridges like the Winchester .270.
The scope is capable of magnifying up to 24x without any distortion or color alteration. As the lenses are fully multi-coated, they offer great clarity and have no chromatic aberration either.
Without a doubt, it’s one of the best scopes for .270.
The scope body is made out of durable aluminum. The same type of aluminum that you find in aircraft and high-end riflescopes. The lenses are made out of durable and scratch resistant glass. While they are not scratch proof by any means, they resist minor scratches quite well.
Why does Athlon use Argon purging?
Argon purging uses inertia gas with bigger molecules. That’s more efficient in eliminating moisture from the chassis. Thus making it more effective in fogproofing and making it waterproof.
Are the turrets on this scope capped or exposed?
They are exposed. But they hold onto adjustments and won’t move from the recoil of a Winchester .270.
Is the reticle in SFP?
No, it’s not. It’s in the first focal plane. With a 3:1 zoom ratio, the scope looks magnificent in long-range.
6. Bushnell Trophy 3-9×50 Rifle Scope w/Multi-X Reticle
The Bushnell Trophy scope is available in multiple configurations. The base model is 3-9×50 and the other one is 4-12×40. Bushnell always makes good budget oriented riflescopes. This one is no different. The Trophy is priced cheaper than most reflex sights on the market.
But it packs a stronger punch than a reflex sight ever can. The body of the Trophy is made out of durable aluminum. Using a CNC machine and anodization finish, the tube is virtually flawless.
The lenses used on this optic are coated as well. They are clear, bright, and gather plenty of light. While the light is nowhere near enough to do night vision, it’s plenty enough to do a hunt during the dusk.
Does this optic come with any warranty?
It may blow your socks off, but yes, it does. It comes with a limited lifetime warranty from Bushnell!
What kind of rings do I need for this?
You will need a pair of 1” mounting rings to go with this optic. Remember, don’t buy the wrong configuration. Select the height that you are comfortable with.
Is this a good scope for hunting?
It’s made for hunting. So, yes, it’s excellent for hunting alone. While plinking with Winchester .270 is not the most famous thing, you can do that as well.
7. Burris Fullfield II 4.5-14x42mm Hunting Scope
Last but not least, another crowd favorite optic. The Fullfield II is made by Burris who is adored by veterans and newbies alike. They are known for working closely with hunters and actually listening to public demand.
The Fullfield 2 is a hunting scope made for small-game to deer-sized game hunting. While the scope fancies a 14x maximum magnification, it’s not suited for long-range hunting or big-game hunting.
Sure, you can make do. But it’s not recommended for such. The scope is made out of durable aluminum and the lenses are fully multi-coated as well. The lens features a Ballistic Plex reticle. The reticle is clear and visible in most shooting scenarios.
What’s the tube diameter?
The tube of this scope is 1” thick. It will require 1” scope rings to operate as well.
Where is this scope made?
Like every single Burris product, this one is also manufactured in Greely where Burris has been operating for over 50 years.
Does this optic have warranty?
Yes, it does. Believe it or not, this one is under Burris forever warranty. That’s right, you didn’t read that wrong.
Conclusion
And there you have it folks. Hopefully, this was straightforward enough to help you understand and make the decision that will affect your shooting style. Don’t worry, all of the mentioned scopes are quite good and they are made for different sorts of styles.
Depending on what you do, you cannot go wrong with your decision.
And that’s all for today. I hope you enjoyed it. If you did, don’t forget to return for more. I will return with more for you guys soon enough. Till then, take care and have fun.
