I just got a .308 barrel for my optima. I am looking to put some relatively inexpensive glass on it to shoot with. I don't want to spend more than 250. Of the scopes I have looked at so far, the Leupold VX-1 3-9X40 has been the clearest. What other scopes would you guys recommend that meet that price limit? Simple cross hairs will work fine, I don't need anything fancy. I don't need a lighted reticle, nor do I need drop compensation. Fixed power is fine. This is for shooting pretty much during the day, at no longer than 200y distances (I don't have a range local that I can shoot further on).
Also, what scope base/rings would you recommend? I have looked at the durasite mounts recommended by the manufacturer... but they are made by the same company so I have to take that recommendation with a salt lick (a bit more than just a grain).
Also, what scope base/rings would you recommend? I have looked at the durasite mounts recommended by the manufacturer... but they are made by the same company so I have to take that recommendation with a salt lick (a bit more than just a grain).