You won't find a better new scope for under $300 than the 3-9x40 Bushnell Elite 4200.
Go to
www.opticstalk.com and read all the good reviews on this scope and I think you'll be impressed.
+1,
on par with the VX 3 IMO.
Yep, and a 1 year "No questions asked" refund policy and a lifetime anyone, anywhere, anytime warranty.