i had a 4-12x40 3200 Elite on my 17 HMR and found it about perfect for my needs. however i never had any intentions of shooting past 100 yrds or so with mine. i also will give a thumbs up on those Sightron's mentioned above. your friend will get more out of any scope he buys if he steps up on quality over power range, my .02 on the matter anyway. its a fun round and as long as the wind isn't gusting much it is an accurate little SOB
