Go-to coyote hunting scope - Burris Fullfield 4-16x50mm 1in Tube Riflescope

Last month Burris and Expert Voice sent me a Fullfield 4-16X50mm PA AE Wind MOA scope to test out. I decided to throw it on a Savage Model 12 in 22-250. I ran into an initial issue with the factory rings and bases, but solved the issue with a 20 MOA picatinny rail and new rings. Once I got the proper ring spacing I didn't have any issues getting the scope mounted and was able to get it set and leveled without issue.

This Fullfield scope is a 2nd focal plane scope that maintains the same size reticle no matter what zoom setting you use. I found the glass quality and clarity to be very good for the price point. During low light or really contrasty scenes you may notice it lagging a little behind higher end scopes or larger tubes, but for most scenarios it is very pleasing to look through.

The MOA reticle foregoes vertical stadia, but offers hold offs for windage. I thought this was a little odd when I first looked at it, but it does make sense when you think about the fact that a lot of us will dial for elevation and then hold for windage. Having said that, if you want the ability to measure or hold off for elevation, this reticle might not be for you. The 4-16x zoom range gives a good range for closer hunting ranges to long distance shots. As I like to hold for windage I appreciate a capped windage turret. When you remove the cap you get a large windage turret with clearly marked adjustments. I think that is a great compromise as it can stay capped the majority of the time, but if you do want to dial for windage you can store the cap and it feels like an exposed turret.

The elevation turret has a zero stop feature that was easy to set. It is worthwhile to look at the manual when adjusting the turrets as the zeroing method for the elevation and windage is slightly different. I did notice that the elevation knob is marked for 25 MOA of adjustment, but with the zero stop set you only get 24.5 MOA of adjustment, unfortunately that is just short of one full rotation. This could be an issue if you are really trying to stretch out to further distances as you won't be able to dial past 24.5 MOA and there are no vertical stadia to use for precise holdovers.

Over several range sessions with my 22-250 I thought that the scope was clear, easy to sight in and comfortable to look through. I also took it with me when my son had an Antelope tag, I was hoping to get a chance at a coyote or two, but that didn't quite work out. Without a shot opportunity I still had a chance to use the scope in field conditions looking through it throughout the days in a variety of lighting conditions. I was very pleased with the scope and will hopefully get a chance to get into some coyotes later in the year when their fur is peaking.

I'm thankful to Burris for sending me the scope to test and it has earned a permanent spot on my 22-250. The second focal plane, 4-16 zoom range and just under 25 MOA of adjustment is a good mix for a hunting rifle that won't be pushing the distance past the first rotation of the elevation turret.

I received this product for free in exchange for my honest review.