Great scope, great buy - Vortex Diamondback Rimfire 2-7x35mm 1in Tube Second Focal Plane Rifle Scope

I have been wanting to try a Vortex scope but never seemed to have the rifle for one. I have typically either bought something very inexpensive like a Tasco or BSA, etc. to match an inexpensive gun, or a high quality Leupold for a nicer rifle. The Vortex falls right in the middle and doesn't seem to fit either category. That actually turns out to be its strong point. The optics are beautiful and comparable to Leupold but at a much lower price point. The price is only slightly more than the cheaper scopes with MUCH better optics and a crisp easy to see reticle. If you plan to be looking down the scope more than once a year, do yourself a favor and spend a little bit more on a Great product. My only criticism is the removable scope covers. They fit very loosely around the objectives. I actually question if they are the correct size for my scope. I will probably replace with flip-ups. I would have gladly paid $10 more for the scope if they included flip up caps. The scope requires the high scope rings for mounting. Not a downside, just be sure to buy the high mounts with this scope. With the mediums the rear objective was sitting right on the top of the gun. I am also not sure if 7x magnification is going to be enough. I put this on a .17 rifle with the idea of being able to shoot squirrels at 100 yards. At that distance I will probably wish I had 9x or 12x magnification. Fortunately, the optics are so clear that I should still be able to pick out targets at that range.

I checked around and Optics Planet had the best price. I think it even beet Amazon. Shipping was fast, packaging was great. No chance that it was going to get damaged in transit.