Corey I may have made a mistake in my post. I was not recommending a $1,000 scope. But I did make it sound that way. So please accept my apology.

My point was to try and pick up a better quality scope. For example I have seen some nice fixed 4X Leupold's for $175 to $200. And that would make a fantastic scope, at a great price. And good top quality. That is what I was trying to say, but it came out wrong, again, sorry.

You are young. And a fixed 4X or 6X scope will last you your life time. I know I have some nice 4X and 6X scopes I bought in the 70's. And they are running strong. So my point is think a little long term with what you buy. A good 4X Leupold will never go bad in your lifetime.

I have seen some great buys on great used scopes lately. And the best part about a used Leupold is that you can buy with 100% complete confidence. If you have any problems Leupold will simply fix it. And I don't thik anyone else has that simple of a warranty?? Tom.