Precision Rifle Scopes -what is the basic to start?

[CS1983]

Erni - consider a 3-15 SS, if you are willing to go up to 700 dollars: http://swfa.com/SWFA-SS-3-15x42-Tact...pe-P62238.aspx Could also try scouring the sale forums here and snipershide and getting one used.

Irving - I personally wouldn't use a 10x on a hunting rifle; would prefer a variable ffp style scope due to potential for a closer shot, etc. -- but that may be because I have more familiarity with them.

[Irving]

Irving - I personally wouldn't use a 10x on a hunting rifle; would prefer a variable ffp style scope due to potential for a closer shot, etc. -- but that may be because I have more familiarity with them.

Again, not to derail the thread, but it seems that while one could hit their target at very long ranges, whether the shot would be considered ethical with whatever caliber, at whatever range is a different conversation. With that said, seems like a variable is the way to go either way.