I just got my .270 caliber barrel in for a CVA Optima Elite Interchangeable system. Want to put a high quality scope on with great eye-relief, and thought I would ask some of the real experts if they had suggestions for what route to take. Of course, I would like to spend as little as possible to get a high quality...doesn't mean I am unwilling to fork a little out, however. Thanks for your input!

Zeiss Conquest 3-9 X 40 It has an etched reticle with a constant 4" of ER.

I have been looking at those...seem to be my favorite thus far. What is the best place to purchase one of these? I have been checking out samplelist...sportsman's guide doesn't offer zeiss equipment apparently. Know of any other options other than paying top dollar at a gun shop?

MidwayUSA, Cabelas, SWFA, are just a few, you can also go to www.zeiss.com and use their dealer locator applet. Ebay, Gunbroker are some auction sites that you can find them on as well.

SWFA is a great company to do business with. A Bushnell Elite 4200 or 6500 is a very close second to the Conquest. Or you can step up to the Zeiss Diavari.....