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Nikon Monarch 3 4-16x42 Hunting Rifle Scope
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Most Helpful Positive Review Great riflescope
I bought this scope from OpticsPlanet a few months ago. I couldn't be happier with it. Everything about this scope says high quality (except for the flip up lens covers it came with, but they're not too bad). I'd love to purchase another one, but can't find them in-stock anywhere. Pros: clear optics, easy to use, high quality Cons: none
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I’m no expert

by H8THEGAME, Verified Owner from NC, United States Written on October 31, 2018
For the record I’m not a scope aficionado. But I would recommend this scope to anyone who wants a good scope in the $500 dollar range. The optics are very crisp. I like the adjustments for elevation and windage. This scope is easy to sight in and a pleasure to look through. I’m amazed at the ffp option. Nikon 3 monarch is a great scope you can’t go wrong in this price range.
Pros:
  • great optic all around
  • adjusts easily
Cons:
  • None
Best Used for:
  • hunting
Would recommend: Yes
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Don't like changes

by Old man, from TX, United States Written on September 23, 2018
Clear optics. Easy to operate. Stays on zero. Great for Ar platform hunting. Own three Nikon 3 scopes and will definitely continue to replace all other brands I have with Nikon. Can't beat a lifetime gaurentee. I have never had to use it Great scope for hunting or targets.
Pros:
  • Good for challenged eyesight
Cons:
  • no complaints
Best Used for:
  • hunting and target
Would recommend: Yes
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Great ROI...!

by Hckyfan, from CA, United States Written on April 7, 2018
I couldn’t be happier. Excellent glass. After sighting it in at 100 yards, I used a rangefinder to range and slope a target 217 yards away with a 14 degree uphill slope. I entered at the info needed into the Nikon phone app, cross wind and all, and I was able to center punch a 6” target on first shot.
Pros:
  • Cost, effectiveness
Cons:
  • Dust caps could be better
Best Used for:
  • Hunting, target and backup tactical
Would recommend: Yes
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Solid scope for short, mid, and longer ranges

by TomZ, Verified Owner from ID, United States Written on April 2, 2018
Purchased the Nikon Monarch 3 4x16x42 SFP FFP BDC to gain a little longer range capabilities. The first focal plane provide a more stable sighting base and when combined with the SpotOn app really makes it easy to use. I have had a Monarch 3 3x12x42 SFP BDC for about eight years and have really enjoyed it. Once the BDC distances are figured out, it is simple to use. These are good scopes, allow good light transmission, provide clear viewing, and increase shooters' capabilities.
Pros:
  • Size
  • good light transmission
  • First focal plane
  • Clear viewing
Cons:
  • None
Best Used for:
  • hunting
  • Target shooting
Would recommend: Yes
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Nikon monarch 4-16×42 riflescope

by Hunting, from MS, United States Written on February 17, 2018
Great scope but can can't tell much difference in between my Nikon monarch 4-16×42 than my Nikon buckmaster 4.5-14×40 they are great scope I just was looking for more if I had it to do all over I would buy the buckmaster and save 150 dollars all being said you can't go wrong with either
Pros:
  • All around great scope
Cons:
  • None
Would recommend: Yes
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Nikon Monarch

by Mel, from KY, United States Written on September 27, 2017
Great scope with a great lens. You cannot go wrong with this scope. I have a few other Nikon scopes and they all are great scopes. I would buy another one when and if I get another gun. You cannot go wrong with Nikon scopes.
Best Used for:
  • Hunting 10yd - 300yds
Would recommend: Yes
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Great Scope - Great Price

by Danmac, Verified Owner from TX, United States Written on March 14, 2017
I have several of these scopes on different rifles. They are clear and they really bring things in close.
Nikon has always built quality products and has a great warranty if needed. My scope arrived on time and in good condition.
Would recommend: Yes
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Nikon Monarch 3 4-16 x 42 BDC Scope

by Mike, Verified Owner from PA, United States Written on January 25, 2017
The Optics are extremely clear, i have other Nikon scopes and have never had a problem with them, this is my first Monarch and the quality difference is very noticeable. I plan on purchasing another one for my other rifle.
Would recommend: Yes
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Great Optic

by Josh, Verified Owner from TX, United States Written on May 11, 2016
I purchased this scope and a Leupold VX3 4x12x50 to compare them side by side at home in low light situations. The VX3 was good but returned the Monarch is on my rifle. Bore sighted, and sighted in 1.66" high @ 100 yards in no time. Awesome scope. If it wasn't listed as a demo I would have thought it was new. Lifetime warranty is still valid too.
Would recommend: Yes
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nikon monarch

by chuck, from MA, United States Written on July 7, 2015
Nikon 4-16 x 42 scope to top my 270 WSM. At first the scoped worked fine but the parallax adjustment would not turn and when i did finally turn it moved the point of impact by 8". I called Nikon and they stepped up right a way to solve the problem and in a short time i had a new scope at my door. Good job Nikon you are a company worth my repeat business. The new scope is fine . Very clear and just what i wanted. I am able to hold 1/2" groups.
Would recommend: Yes
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