I am sorry forgot about updated this post, he ended up going with the Zeiss Conquest after much finger rolling. He was pretty set on the Gold but the 30mm tube and weight of the 50mm was enough to sway him to the Zeiss. The VX III was dropped purdy quickly as he felt it wasn't up to snuff and more money than the others. I must say once again I am impressed with the Conquest, the plastic adjustment caps aside it is a fine scope and I am really considering buying me one to keep up with the Jone's now. I guess I'll have to buy another rifle to justify a new scope to the MRS[]

Thanks for all the comments and thoughts!