Bigc, I just went thru the same process of finding a decent ML scope without spending a fortune. I settled on a Redfield Revenge from Midwayusa. This has the accu-range range estimating and the sabot reticule with crosshairs for several different distances. They are on sale for $88 with free shipping, they list for over $200. The selling point that won me over is that Redfield is owned by Leopold, if something goes wrong with the scope you send it to Beverton, OR where you send the Leopolds. They are well known for their good warrenty work. I have it mounted on a new CVA Wolf. So far I have not shot it, but I like its looks. It is a 3X9 with a 42mm objective. Take a look at them, that is a great price.