For my money a $300-$350 VX-2 is as much scope as I need and I can be happy with a VX-1. The VX-3 is better, but for that money I think there are better options.
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This.
Ive got both VXI and VX2...happy with both, must admit to liking the VX2 a tad more but can't really say why.....