RE: Bushnell 4200 4-16x50
I had a 2.5x10x50 4200 BushnellElite optically speaking it was in the class of the VXIII's, etc. ER though never caused me any problems (approx 3") didn't afford a ton extra either. Itspent the majority of itstime with me on a 50 cal ML, started out as a scope for my 300wm but the rifle was a boob so it didn't last long. All said I never got touched by the scope sothe ER wasn't a realknock on the scope for me but maybe for some.Being a 50x it was atad heavy, long and styling well not the best IMO. However it functioned great and never walked POI in the years I used/owned it. I never sold it b/c of any faults it was with a rifle sale for which the buyer wanted the elite 4200.I got money back from an optic that basically wasn't needed, soI let her go.
A number of years ago I would have said the 4200 b/c of its ave. asking price??? Though since thenI have seen some great deals on them and it a tough scope to beat for the money. As long it fits the bill for you.