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Nikon Bolt XR

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I have two Nikon Bolt scopes that I am thinking about selling. I can not find a receipt, and I do not remember how much I paid for them. Does anybody know what they sold for and what would be a fair asking price. Apparently they are out of production. They are in excellent condition. Thanks, Dave
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I bought the new version for $129. I have one of each, and think other than turret caps it’s the same scope. I remember when it first came out they were going for $199.

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I got a used one for $100cad a couple months ago. And somewhere around $100 last year as well.

For that matter, both of my new ones were under $150CAD.

They are a great scope for the money, but unfortunately for the seller that doesn't leave for much in resale value.
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I have 2 myself and really like these scopes. I would ask 120.00 each. Nikon is getting out of the hunting scope business so now is the time to buy a Nikon scope if you want one.
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Thank you all for your input, I appreciate it. Dave
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Response from Nikon 11/22/2019
Response from Gabriela M.

After a thorough analysis, looking at international market conditions, purchase data and consumer trends, Nikon has decided to exit the riflescope category on a global basis and concentrate on the growing product categories of binoculars rangefinders and fieldscopes. The wind down of the company’s riflescope business will take place over the course of the next year across all global markets.
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Deerstalker wrote:
Fri Nov 22, 2019 1:57 pm
Response from Nikon 11/22/2019
Response from Gabriela M.

After a thorough analysis, looking at international market conditions, purchase data and consumer trends, Nikon has decided to exit the riflescope category on a global basis and concentrate on the growing product categories of binoculars rangefinders and fieldscopes. The wind down of the company’s riflescope business will take place over the course of the next year across all global markets.
That's too bad, from the crossbow point if view. But I understand, they have a mediocre at best presence in the hunting world and only seem to sell when they are on sale. The glass is excellent(as you would expect from a company who predominantly makes lenses for every industry), but they lack the "solid" feel from other vendors. I had one on a yote rifle for a short while before I sold it off. It wasn't confidence inspiring.
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