I currently compete at 850 to 1k with an 8-32x Nikon scope that has served be well. But I'm looking to upgrade at some point and I have a question. I am currently happy with 32x power for the matches but I can't help think would I be better with more magnification ie. 50 or more? I have been looking at sightrons in 32x and 50x and with the price difference only being $150 my though is I would be better off just getting the 50x and if I need to I can dial the scope back. The only drawback I see with the 50x is smaller field of view. Which is a concern as we have flags and dust to look at around our targets for wind.

Am I missing something is there an advantage to getting a true 32x over getting a 50x and having the option of dialing it back?

There is a 0.6 oz weight difference between the two, which I need to stay under 12lbs. But I don't see 0.6oz of barrel helping me as much as more glass.