I collect 700 Classics. The long action Classics I have mostly have Leupold bases (or Leupold look a likes). I don't have a problem with what you are writing about. I think they are the following, M8-4x, M8-6x, VXI, VX2 or VX3i and one has a vintage Redfield 3x9 - maybe a Varix III also.

I don't particularly like short scopes because they have to be mounted to far forward for me. I don't mind using older scopes and if you're needing a longer scope that would be an option.

I prefer classic.
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I used to run with the hare. Now I'm envious of the tortoise and I do my own stunts but rarely intentionally