RE: Scope magnification and reticle
What ever scope you decide to purchase will depend on your personal likes, dislikes, and needs. You have a 200 yard rifle (it is claimed) with practice. For that any 3-9x40mm would do the job. I think the scope you picked would be just fine, but again all of this boils down to personal preference by the shooter and finally to range time to learn the rifle and optices. Good luck with your rifle and set up. It sounds great to me.