Rambling opinion worth what it cost.
I use high power scopes, on the target range mid day good light & stationary target. Anything else low power is the best choice. Particularly large animals that are 100 yards away and can run.Fixed 2 1/2 is my favorite & suit the vintage rifles I prefer, about perfect pre 64 big bore M70. Modern Bolt hi tec synthetic stock gun variable 1.5 to 4 may be even better.
Go Leupold nothing else even close.
On the improved case. I had K Hornet in a T/C single shot that was successful. My 25 Kraig on a CPA Stevens 44 1/2 reproduction has been difficult extracting, probably re-chambering to 25/35. If I was hunting dangerous game in hot and posable dirty conditions would want a tapered case and controlled feed rifle.
William
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