I am pretty happy with my vortex, for the price. Good bang for a guys buck, I have a 6.5x24x44pa. The 2.5x10-44 viper HS model sounds like something you may like, Natures Corner store in edmonton stocks them at $390. They also have some Nikon products not listed on the website,for a better price than wholesale or Cabelas.
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