RE: need advice on a handgun scope
i would go no more than 2x if hunting 35- 40 yards or less. i would look at a fixed power or one with a big objective lens. if you go with a 2x20 i think you will see too much shadow. get a 28 or 32-33 objective lens and practice,practice ,practice. it requires more control than you think and a good steddy rest.