I have both the 3-12 and 4-18 (illuminated) and the 3-12 is the superior hunting scope. The x18 eyebox gets very small, almost unusable if not mounted perfectly.

That 3-12 will not disappoint.

Originally Posted by BrentD

I would not buy something that runs on any kind of primer given the possibility of primer shortages and even regulations. In fact, why not buy a flintlock? Really. Rocks aren't going away anytime soon.