I dont understand why everyone feels that you have to have an expensive scope? I have a 5 year old Tasco 3-9x40 and it works great I have never had any problems with it and it does what I need it to. That same exact scope is at Wal-Mart for $40.00 so if I only spend $40.00 every 5 years on scope that does everything I want why should I shell out 3, 4 or even $500.00 or more? Yes I have used a few high quality scopes and unless I am trying to shoot a pin head at 500 yards I dont see the need. Just my opinion.