Spotting scope reccomendations $300-$400

[IA_shooter]

I'd love to get some spotting scope recommendations from you guys. I want to look at spotting scopes in the $300-$400 range. I have been looking at Nikon, Redfield and Kowa so far.

Any recommendations?

[seanhagerty]

I just got a vortex nomad. 20-60X, it gets a little dark even in bright sunshine at hi mag. Pretty clear glass, I have picked out 223 bullet holes at 400yds on a white background.

Sean

[IA_shooter]

I'm giving serious consideration to the Leupold SX1 Ventana 20-6-X80 Spotting scope kit that has the tripod and case with it for $500 on ebay. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Leupold-SX-1-Ventana-Spotting-Scope-Kit-20-60x80-Angled-/321072975904?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4ac170d020 Anyone have this unit or know someone that does that can give some feedback?

[missed]

I just ordered a vortex nomad 20-60x60. It was $260 and you still need a tripod. I wanted to wait for the 80mm objective but between the wait and extra money I'll give this one a shot. I have a weakness for high dollar glass but this will have to work until I can get the vortex hd scope.

[JCalhoun]

A buddy of mine who shoots highpower has a Konus spotting scope that is quite good for the money . I think you can still get them in that price range.

You can see it in my avatar on my right.

[thomae]

In the 300 dollar range you should be able to find a used Kowa.