You have a two fold problem here.

First off being "scoped" is a serious matter that could result in permanent injury, and it is nothing to be taken lightly. You have been given some very good advice on this thread concerning eye relief. Three inches minimum is a good rule of thumb.

Second is this business of flinching. I had the same problem after being "scoped" once. I solved it by concentrated practice with dry firing a snap cap (wich is simply a dummy type cartridge) that allowsyou to dryfire your rifle without causing the gun damage. Practice with the snap cap on distant targets followed by live fire practice at the range cured my problem.

There is no reason on earth you could not overcome this problem and learn proficency with a suitable rifle of your choice.

The dry fire practice will also help youestablish arepeatable cheek weld with the proper eye relief from the scope.

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