For a good cheap scope the Nikon Prostaff is pretty good for the money. I picked on up at Walfart a few month ago. Paid $185 tax, tag & title - out the door. I like the nikon glass. The BDC reticle is a litttle heavy but works good. If the lines were a bit thinner it'd be perfect for a under $200 scope. the one I got is a 4-12x.
That's my .02 & I'm a Vortex fan.

By the way, good luck with the new toy(s).
Frank in Fla