My favorite is the Vortex Viper 2-7x 35mm but unfortunately they were discontinued. I wish I would have bought two.
I'm interested in the Weaver 2-7x 32mm that Natchez has on sale for 119.99 right now as a scope for my son's Marlin 336 where I can get my better scope off of it.
7x is a lot for a 336. You might consider the Weaver V 1-3 with 4.13" eye relief and less obtrusive handling characteristics.
What I do, and others have indicated that they follow suit, is use the top end for accuracy testing and the occasional long shot or shot I have to take through holes in the cover. At other times, my variables stay on the low setting for quick opportunities in close, where most of my chances occur.
Picked up one of those Weavers for just under$120 shipped, using a 20% off code; hedging my Hawke bet a little. Be interesting to see if the one I get is made in Japan or some other Asian place, not that I'm afraid of well-made products that originate elsewhere, particularly women.
