by boingk » 24 Jul 2020, 10:10 pm
Short version: there is no best. You can only have what is best for you and any given situation.
Mate what gun is it going on? Do you want thermal optics or standard? Are you anticipating hunting with it or competition as well? What type of country (scrub, highland bush, rolling hills, flat)?
And not to offend you, but are you a new shooter? Do you know what you want or is this the sole question you're asking... what's the best?
Without knowing any of that I'd highly recommend the Leupold Rifleman 4-12x40. Its about $500, works nicely and has re-zeroing disc type dials. Optical clarity is good and it comes with a lifetime warranty. I've got a few Leupolds now and have been using them as a brand on various rifles for about 15 years now. My Leupold VX 2-7x40 is a charmer, it currently sits on my Ruger American Ranch in 450 Bushmaster. Its an accurate rifle, 1.5" at 150m easily. The scope does not limit it in the field, and more than stands up to a poorly lit afternoon or nearing-dusk situation. Best overall? No. Best for me? Yes.
I recommend the 4-12x40 Leopold as its affordable for a quality optic, functions well, comes with a lifetime warranty, will suit a large variety of situations, and has worked well for me.
Nil