OP was asking about a no-frills 4X or 2-7. I don't think there is such a thing as a $700 no-frills 4X or 2-7 rifle scope.But don't EVER try to tell me that a $200 scope is just as good as a $700 scope.
Who's trying to tell you a $200 scope is equal to a $700 scope?
Uhhhh....no. Now, is a VX-2 adequate for you? Maybe.Other good $200 scopes are the Redfield Revolution and Leupold VX-1.
Moving up to $300 will get you all the scope you will ever need. You can spend more, but a $300 VX-2 is about as good as it gets in a hunting scope.
I followed your link and a suggested scope on the sidebar caught my eye. I didn't know they were still clearing these things out. this nitrex tr-1 is made by ATK and is supposedly comparable to the grand slam. http://www.natchezss.com/product.cf...497A6E-6AEF-538D-BAA8-259C0D823668&src=mbProdAs of this evening, this is the Bushnell scope and price info (~$170). And I agree with Redneck 2 on getting what you pay for. Right now I am waiting on the right deal on a Leopold VX-3 2.5-8x for my hunting 308. For some reason, my eyes are getting older.
http://www.natchezss.com/brand.cfm?...ector 3-9x40 Riflescope DOA 600 Reticle Matte
I believe this is true. I have some VX-III's and a couple of VX-3's. Significant difference. The eye relief on the new ones is significantly betterLifetime investment? A new VX2 is at least as good as the VX-III was a few years ago.
Problem is that one mfg's medium rings are the same as another one's high rings. Also, the barrel thickness and contour come into play, as well as how far back/forward it needs to be mounted. This depends on the eye relief of the particular scope.I am also going to replace my current no-name rings. What do ya'll suggest?
And is there a good way or place to determine whether I can use/need low, medium, or high rings?