Reviews & Ratings for Barska Contour 3-9x42 IR Compact Rifle Scope — 19 reviews — Page 1

Have bought other Barska scopes but very disappointed with this. When I received it the adjustment dial had a loose screw and had scratch's around screw holes. Not impressed, maybe this one was a bad one not sure but returned for credit. Do not rate all barska scopes by this review

I purchased two of the scopes. Both scopes failed over and over again. Barska replaced these scopes approximately five times. They replaced there scopes with new scopes of equally poor quality. The last one I returned, failed after about ten days. On this scope, the front moisture sealing ring failed. This was the second, or third scope which failed for this same reason. After returning this scope five months ago, I have yet to receive a replacement. None of these scopes was ever abused. I have one of these scopes, that has not been used yet. The best place for any of these scopes, is the trash can. Do not waste your valuable time or money on this scope. Life should be enjoyed!

Bought this scope thru Optics Planet , Nice people and have purchased scopes and other parts No problem
Until the purchase of this Barska 3x9x42IR , mounted on a New AR15 , shot 80 rounds sighted in
Not as clear as my Nikon 223 , Locked gun in safeThen 2 months later , at about 15 rounds The Illumination
Dial Flew Off And Hit My Forehead , Barska Want's 25 Bucks Plus Freight , To Warranty Their Defective Product, Plus Shipping
On A 80.00 Scope , ARE YOU Nuts. THEY DO NOT Have A Warranty, THEY BUILD JUNK DO NOT BUY!!!!

Bought this scope from Optics planet in April 22, 2014
mounted on a New keltec 556/223 rifle ,shot 120 rounds with
no problem. Scope was not as clear as my Nikon 223
3 months later went to the range and after 40 rds. the Illumination dial
fell off the scope , Barska states I have to pay for shipping to
California and back, the hassle and the scope aren't worth it.
Do Not Buy Barska 30 day warranty!

This is a decent scope for the cost, I was looking for a scope to use so i figured Id try this one. I bought this about 5 years ago right when I first was getting into the gun thing. I was in expiereinced so I went home and mounted it on my 30.06. Big mistake... first shot and I was done at the range for the day. Lost all the crosshairs and a lense fell out. Brought it back to the store, got a replacement. Went home put in the closet and eventually got a .22LR to put it on.

I havent had any problems on the .22LR with zeroing or durability issues. It has been on for about 1200 rounds now and and is still on target.

That being said, it still is a low end scope, the 9x Magnification isnt near as crisp or as focused as my Leupold is, or even my Nikon Pro Staff for that matter.

The IR reticle is nice, however mine is too dark to use in low light conditions, therefore it is rendered almost useless.

Features on this are nice and on a highend would cost you this scope many times over. Personally, I would rather put that money towards a nice low cost Redfield or Burris scope. Not that expensive but great quality.

I have found scopes you get what you pay for. (LIFE ADVICE: this is true with underwear, tires, shoes, and brakes) Sometimes you get lucky and find a bargain, but not usually.

This is a great scope for an airsoft rifle or .22LR others have had success with some other rifle cartridges. I guess it could be some are good some are bad, but if I'm putting...
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dollar for dollar I don't think you will find any better features
Pros: quick accusition
Cons: none yet

GOOD SCOPE FOR THE MONEY BUT NOT A HIGH QUALITY ITEM, WORKS GREAT ON MY 22 BUT WOULDN'T PUT ON A LONG RANGE GUN DUE TO LACK OF FOCUS. PAID $50 FOR MINE AND GLAD TO HAVE IT.
Pros: COMPACT
Cons: NO FOCUS

I bought this for my Tiberius T9.1 paintball marker (overkill). I would put this on my .223 or my 30.06, excellent scope for the money.
Pros: Easy to install / zero, very clear magnification, awesome eye relief, compact
Cons: none

The product works great now. When i recieved it the unit's green illumination did not work due to a loose connection in the switch area. I needed for that week so I didnt have time to retun it. I fixed it myself, and it work just fine now.

Bought this scope for my Romanian AK 47 for coyote hunting in IL this winter. Mounted it on a UTG side mount #978 scope mount made for the AK 47. First reaction was WOW this really looks cool. Mounting took less than 5 minutes. Zeroed in at 50 yards to get close then moved to 100 yards. Within 20 rounds was holding 1 1/2 inch group. Takes the shock of the AK 47 and stays right on. I did locktite the mounts as should be done in any case. Best part of this whole thing was I ordered this scope on Tuesday morning and less than 36 hours later UPS delivered it ans shipping was free. AWESOME. And again I say WOW cool looking setup.
Pros: Compact easy mount