Thread: Who loves magnification?

Originally Posted by Spitfire

I have a VX6 and a Z6i, both in 3-18, which is now my preference. I rarely go past 12 but it’s nice to know it’s there.

That said, I shot my first 300 or so deer (fallow, roe, red, muntjac in UK) with a Swarovski 8 x 56 fixed power scope. Still have that unmarked scope and and will never sell it. Shot deer as close as 6m with it, which was likely more luck than judgement. Might stick it on the .284 now that I think about it.

I think you make a good point there. It's there if I need it. Nothing worse than thinking wish I had a bit more. You don't always have to use it