I agree with Retrieverman, I hate to see see-thru rings on a lever, but to each his own. I think in time you will probably ditch that 3-9x40 and go to a more compact scope like a 2-7x33. These factory included scopes are about the lowest of thelowest end scopes made. These larger scopes seem bulky on a levergun and make them feel top heavy, but thats only my opinion. Definatley try the LE ammo from Hornady. Accuracy is excellent and great knockdown power.
Goodluck