Scope(s) for 375 H&H

[Outback]

So, I accidentally bought a 375 H&H on Gunbroker. Well, that' s my story anyway. So I bought a nice 1-4 Zeiss which will be great for close up buff. I feel like I could use this rifle for plains game too but would want more magnification.

What about this? Buy a second scope with more magnification then use Leupold two piece quick release base/rings for both scopes. Sight the low power in for say 50 yards and shoot 300 grain soft point/solids and sight the the higher power to be a few inches high at 100 and shoot lighter, say 220-260. I could use the 375 on Nilgai and Elk too.

Thoughts? AM I missing something?

[diamond10x]

Leupold Vx-6 2-12x42 or vx5 2-10x42 problem solved

[Raider4044]

I'd sell the 1-4 and buy a quality 1-8 or 1-10 to use for everything.

[RR 314]

I'd sell the 1-4 and buy a quality 1-8 or 1-10 to use for everything.

Yup. I have a S&B Ethos? and it is a great all around scope for Africa.

[trophy8]

Leupold Vx-6 2-12x42 or vx5 2-10x42 problem solved

Bingo! Came here to say the same

Firedot reticle is money on a gun like that.

Swaro Z8 2-16 is another very good option. Illuminated and on 2x it’s super fast. Then crank it up as needed for longer shots.

[sharkhunter]

I’ve talking to a lot of guys who will be using their 375 just like you described. The one scope that most say is perfect is the Leupold vx-3i 2.5 x 8.

[Honker]

So, I accidentally bought a 375 H&H on Gunbroker.

Quote of the day...

I've been using a Leopold 2 x 8 on a 375 H&H for Nilgai that last of couple of years and its been very effective. The lightest rounds I could find were 275 grain bullets, which seems to work well. Keep in mind, the trajectory is almost identical to 30.06. No issues within 200 yards.

[Honker]

I’ve talking to a lot of guys who will be using their 375 just like you described. The one scope that most say is perfect is the Leupold vx-3i 2.5 x 8.

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[Outback]

Sounds like I just need a different scope. Thanks for the input

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[az2tx]

I've shot tons of stuff from dik dik to lion and a bunch of Cape buffalo
285 gr speer grand slams are the best bullet I ever found for it
retains about 90% weight retention

[WyoBull]

I have a Leupold 3-9 on my 375 H&H. I figured that was the best of both worlds for my needs.

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[Ronnie41]

I have used my 375 H&H with a 1 1/2 x 5 scope and have shot many plains game as well as steenbok and duiker. the scope is fine if you have it scoped in accurately

[Lampasas]

I have one with a VX6 2x10 fire dot reticle. It’s a great setup for all African game. Fire dot saved me on a couple animals in super low light conditions.

[TxxAgg]

4x is plenty of magnification for 300 yds...especially for anything large enough to warrant a 375. I'd stick to one reliable/tough scope

[BBRU]

I ran a 2.5x8 leupold for a long time. I now have a 1.5x5 leupold. I want to go back to 2.5x8