While waiting for Cabelas to process my order I’ve started having second thoughts about the Vortex 3-9x50. First, is 3x too much magnification for hunting under 100 yards?
Second, is it madness to put an 18 oz scope on a rifle that only weighs 5.5 pounds?
Wondering if I should be looking at a 2-7x32? Or a lighter 3-9x40?
The 50mm version attracted me for the light gathering for early morning / late night, but I don’t want to throw off the balance of the rifle.