I bought a used Leupold 4X fixed power scope for my Savage 99 in .243. I needed one with a constant generous eye relief and the fixed power did the trick. A 4X scope is all you need in the Eastern woods for deer or anything else. I bought mine for about 135 bucks. A compact fixed scope might be even better for you on a single shot. If that is still too much money, look for an older used Japanese made Tasco. I have one from about 1990 or so that has been solid. They were cheap scopes in their day, but they work. The newer ones are Chinese and aren't as reliable.
