How much spotting scope do I need?

[Evan03]

I've done a lot of research and have settled on vortex viper 15-45 or razor with a straight eyepiece so it can be lined up where I'm looking more easily than a angled eyepiece.

Many say over 45 50 power becomes is less as the glass quality drops off. If wanted maximum high power stuff to be crystal clear and sharp expect to spend a few grand.

I haven't got my spotter yet I'm still in research mode. I'm in long range mode and have been wondering about a mill reticle in my spotter for references and ranging as well as the spotter being able to call out hits or misses. 2 mills left call out kind of thing.

The leupold HD line does have one with a reticle. But those are spendy.

I've heard people speak good of the Leo 15-30. Those can be found for a few hundred bucks used.

There's soany options in good optics . The optics world has literally been exploding.