I have a. VX2 in 6-18x40 and it's a good scope, but prefer the 4.5-14 scopes that I have - both of which have the VH reticle. I've used a Leupold 4.5-14 for a very long time, and think that's just about the perfect magnification range for hunting, along with 4-16.

If you really want to get precise, I'm a huge fan of the 6.5-20 LR scope with the TMR reticle (SFP). Great varmint scope.