Everyone has their own taste. I first put a Leupold VX-3 3-10x40mm CDS on my Savage 11 LWH with #2 contour 280AI 23" barrel. I have since gone to a Leupold VX-3 4.5-14x40 LR CDS with Side Focus. Love the relatively light weight when compared to similar variable power scopes. The simple uncluttered profile, duplex reticle, great glass, side focus and custom CDS dial work better for me than a ballistic reticle for accurate longer range shooting. I prefer the Leupold Alumina lens caps and scope covers over slip on objective covers. I've tried many other scopes and brands over the years, but I came back to Leupold when they finally got their act together and upgraded the VX-2 and VX-3 models with competitive glass. The lifetime, no hassle warranty and resale value have also been better with a Leupold IMO.