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I'd not use my rifle scope just to scan terrain. But if I see a game animal where there is a good possibility of taking a shot right now I'm not going to waste time checking it out with my binoculars. Very often you have seconds to make a decision. I'll use the scope on my rifle first. If I decide to pass, or feel it needs a better look then I'd go to the binoculars.