I am very new to rifle scopes, but after much research and with a limited budget I purchased a Bushnell 4200 Elite. Look at the specs, compare it to scopes almost twice a much and you will not be disappointed. Here is a link to their illuminated version:

http://www.swfa.com/pc-1283-185-bush...fle-scope.aspx

I did not buy the illuminated version but I am very happy with mine.