Re: New Paint
First, I am not trying to be an ass. Just a thought.
I used to hunt deer often, not so much in the last 12 years of ad mil. The camo looks great, hopefully it blends with the surroundings of the areas you hunt. I dount in the price range you seek that you will get a (decent mildot that actually is useable) for 150. Now, if you wish for a alternative reticle other than a duplex, I would seriously consider,
1= Burris fullfield11 with the ballistic plex( used and like)
2= Nikon Buckmasters with bdc ( used and like)
3 Bushnell elite with their new drop style reticle(never used)
I think that although these dont have the tacticoolness(?? word mall ninjas use I think???) They may serve you better in actual hunting conditions without obstructing/ complication your FOV
Also I would try and find either a good set of steel weaver base and quality rings or go with a leupold/redfield style base setup, they are strong and on a hunting rifle I always think that weight matters
Again just suggestions. Also, check ebay, and the samplelist for some great bargais on lightly used optics Good Luck, wish I were hunting deer this year