RE: Gun/Scope question...
Tasco optics aren't that great.
In my opinion, Nikon is the best optics for the money. For $200 you can get a Nikon 3-9 x 40 buckmaster scope. You will really be impressed with the clarity. I was set on buying a Leopold and I held both scopes up and you can't tell the difference in optical quality. I went with the Nikon and saved about $80 and I haven't looked back. I now have Nikon optics on all my rifles and I wouldn't trade them for any other brand.
Check them out. You'll be impressed!