I don't know - it depends upon the model and what you intend to use it for... Bushnell makes many different models - some very cheaply done and some excellent. The AO won't hurt anything except to add a bit of weight. The 50mm objective might require you to mount the scope higher than you would like. I think you would be better served by something like the 2x7 Nikon ProStaff for only a few dollars more. http://www.ultout.com/nikon-optics.htm Midsouth has refurbs of that model for 95 but I would go with anew one for the difference.