I still have a Tasco 3x9x40 on one of my rifles. I paid MAYBE $40 for it around ten years ago. The scope still works fine but the rifle doesn't see much use and it doesn't have much recoil. When buying a cheap scope stay away from the wide angle variable models. I have found that the clarity is especially poor on that type of scope. Personally, I would also avoid adjustable objective lens on any cheap scope. The bottom line is when you need to buy a cheap scope stick with the basics.