I generally prefer lower range of magnification for deer hunting so I don't have to worry about trying to use open sights. Of course, I hunt heavy cover (mostly thick, dark cedar swamps) and occasionally hunt the edge of the swamps which still don't allow for anymore than 350 yard shots due to the terrain. I keep my scopes at the lowest setting (1.75 when available) so I can confidently pull up for a quick, close range running shot knowing I can always take a moment and turn it up to max power if a shooter is seen further out.
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