Post some info on best thermal scopes within $2000 price range.

Wannabe and airport trapper would be your guys to go to

2000 is a waste of money

Been there done that

My brother is a thermal scope expert and he told me $3000 minimum or forget about there has been stories of people shooting farmers dogs from using the real cheap ones

Yes you’ll have to spend 3 times that to get one you’re really happy with.

$3000? Or $9000?

Nope!

Two of my friends just purchased thermal scopes. One has a $2100 ATN Thor.
Other has a $1200 AGM Rattler. When I get a chance to use each of them I will make a decision, but it won't be $3000 or more. We are about to declare war on feral hogs, so I'll know more soon.

I have a Pulsar mono-bino I paid just a tad over 3k for last year, I have regular night vision but wanted to up grade to Thermal for a long time watching all kinds of outfits coming out with thermal stuff for several years, I bought this to become familiar with thermal and the options that Pulsar provides, they did not slack off on anything either, its amazing using this all over in my travels so far !

I settled on Pulsar due to the amount it cost and the amount of options that you can use with it and this is just a mono.

I'm now saving for the new Pulsar Thermal day/night scope for night hunting coyotes, it's a little over 4k but after seeing it and how it works compared to others and what they have as options I'm sold on Pulsar for cost and the options it has for all of their products.

There are other brands out there that cost even more, however I believe I can manage with Pulsar

No you don't have to spend that much, however you don't get what Pulsar gives you on it's models either, worth it to me !!

I use a Pulsar and have only good things to say about it

Pulsar Thermion 2 LRF XP 50 Pro, is what I finally bought. Yes expensive, but it is worth it. Hunted, and was able to use several different devices before buying 1. . As stated above, I bought top end, and I'm pleased, and have looked through the newest models, more expensive, few add ons, I can do without. There are several places around that have surplus, Pulsars, that can be bought reasonable. Snipers, Hide, has several for sale. I do recommend buying the range finder, included in any model, eliminates, guessing the range. I also picked up a Pulsar , hand held of Snipers Hide, to scan while calling, then jumping over to the rifle. I was told years ago, from veteran hunters trappers, fisherman, you get what you pay for. I also recommend, save up and buy the better equipment, then you don't have to try and resale, to get you want Know several dealers, , in my area, going to 1, next week, and taking friend up to purchase Pulsar, this dealer sells, several other brands. Good luck

I have a Iray bolt tl35 v2. $2700. I like it, glad I didn’t get a cheaper one.

Some important points regarding thermal scopes. If a range finder is available, I suggest you take that option over increased power or lens size. It is almost impossible to establish distance from your target at night. Be aware that if you plan to hunt hogs at night that it seems like everyone has a thermal scope and hog numbers are seriously diminished in many areas. Night hunting with thermal is a rush. We, not the animals own the night. With a good thermal you can see mice in fields and raccoons in trees. If you are serious about thermal, take out a loan if necessary and buy quality.

Not gonna be looking for a place to hunt hogs. Already have a 1000 acre property that is overrun with em. We've been putting off widespread eradication, but the time has come. Beginning corral trapping next week.

Thanks for info...

If you can afford a suppresser and shoot one of the furthest hogs they will often run back to you as opposed to away from you. You also have less visits from enforcement while hunting.

If Spend 3-4 grand on a scope I think I need a new rifle to go along with it. Can you get an AR10 in 7mm08? What about a 22-250 in an AR platform?

I run the pulsar thermion 2. I really like it, does about everything you can ask. Other than a rangefinder, I have no complaints with it. My son had a Rattler, it was a good scope. Did everything needed, but lacked in some areas. We just upgraded it to an Iray. I am really impressed with it. It can support an add on rangefinder. It’s better in a lot of areas than my Pulsar. The only downside to it. It’s a 4x and cuts down on the field of view when scanning. But the zoom is great. For the money, I would take a hard look at the Iray line up. I think they have a couple that’s not a lot above your price point.

I own a pulsar thermion 2. Stay away from atn they are trash and theyre warranty is terrible.Buy one with the highest res and refresh hz as you can.

Look up outdoor Legacy on youtube

Jason reviews all kinds of thermals

Better yet look them up and call them.
Tell them your budget and ask what the best value is

Shooting hogs does not seem? To be a long range affair.

I don't own one but have several good friends that use the Super Hoggster. They use them for calling coyotes and are please with them.

X2 that's who I ordered mine from. Guys are top notch.