RE: Good inexpensive scope
Here are some good choices that will fit the bill(no pun intended)
[ol][*]Nikon Monarch 3-9x40 ( low 2's if you can find one used) not made anymore[*]Nikon Monarch 2.5-10x42(around 3)[*]Bushnell 4200 Elite 3-9x40(low 2's) [/ol]