What magnification should i get for an airsoft sniper scope?

Question

I'm going to get an L96 Airsoft sniper rifle, and my friend said that getting a 3-9x40 scope would be best. Im new to airsoft so i dont really know what would be a good scope. The airsoft matches are a relatively medium sized area in the woods. Probably 1-1/2 acres.

Answer 1

3-9x40. If you guys play a little late (like dusk) you might want to get a illuminated scope (lights up). Its pretty much impossible to use a regular scope at dark.

Answer 2

Something to remember in airsoft, and I've caught myself in this once or twice, is that your only firing light composite rounds. So real-steel optics can be a little overkill, since most airsoft rifles have an effective range of about 40 yards. I'm not saying don't buy what you want to, but just think about what your using the scope for.

Answer 3

if this is your first gun, don't buy a sniper rifle, it may destroy you're interest in airsoft because of the lack of accuracy at over 50 feet.  i know from experience having the L96, its not that great, its one of the decient guns.

if you live in Canada, buy from Buyairsoft.ca or FCsurplus, there shipping is reliable, but they only ship to canada.  if you live in the U.S, buy from Airsplat.com.  i recommend a AEG (or a fully auto gun in lamest terms) to start, than, after about 1 year of of experience if you are still intreasted in being a sniper and you know you're very acurate at ranges above 130 feet, than buy the L96, but do research on it before purchace .  when and if you do this, than yes, buy the 3-9x40 scope.