Despite my high aspirations for my next rifle being a 30 caliber buffed walnut and hubble telescope scope vanity piece, my head tells me that the blink flinch and poor follow though (when i dry fire my crosshairs dip 1/4-1/2 moa down and right) I've developed after letting off a shot on my 223 means i really need some 22lr training wheels. Im thinking budget rifles like a ruger American, b series savage, cz, or even a henry hn001 (on a side note, are there any ranges near brissy where you could load up to get the most enjoyment out of a lever gun?) I'm not overly fussed about precision or even shooting much beyond 50 (I'm largely on point out to 300 with the 223 and would probably end up taking both to the range). I really want to practice offhand at a few clays, and do some technique focussed warm up shots. And of course maybe use it for bunnies if the chance arises.
So in terms of scopes, im thinking of getting something from the new leupold vx freedom range. 2-7, 3-9, or maybe 4-12 tops and they go for about $350. Has anyone tried these and felt they’re good value? Clear, good eye relief, etc?
Whats your thoughts on such a setup?