RE: Which scope for 30-06 (deer rifle)?
I would suggest Leupold's Vx 1 or II. I recieved a Vari-x II as a present 7 years ago and it hasn't ever let me down. It's extremely bright during all light conditions hunters would be interested in. I believe the VX-I is the same basic model as the older Vari-X II, and costs about $240 or so dollars. I would suggest getting the flat finish in 3-9 x 40. Hope this helps.