Well I had planed on going with the viper but my wife decided she wanted to take up bow hunting this year with me so my scope funds dwindled quickly after buying her a bow. The bass pro warranty helped me decided all I have to do is walk in and exchange for another. And the fact that it only cost me $153 helped out. We will see how I does holds up, like I said if it doesn't work out it will get exchanged and handed down for my sons first rifle.