I like utilitarian guns and often leave the fancy ones behind, worried about them getting roughed up.
I really like the VX-6 series, to me about the most scope for the buck. I think Leupold has really challenced the Alpha Euros with this one.
The draw back to the 1-6, especially with a German #4, is long range shooting. My 9.3 is a tack driver with JB's 250 NAB load. With the 1-6, about 300 yds. was the max I could see well. That gun now wears a 3-9x40 Conquest, also in QD rings, for some long range shooting. The VX-6 would be my choice for general hunting.
You asked about the VX-6 2-12. That is one of my favorites, as I'm a CDS fan. Mine is a non-illuminated duplex and is on a MkV/Brux 7RM.
DF