Good point. I do that as well, but with small targets I strongly prefer mil calls. I also think there's a lot to be learned by being the spotter, and a mil-reticle scope makes a big difference.
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How about this:
Bushnell Legend T Series 781545ED 15-45X60 Fde Flp Mil Hash Reticle Box 5L
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BNSHXCU/
$500
I have very good results from a cheap used KONUS out to about 800 yards. After that it's "cheap" quality optics make it harder to see hits. With good lighting, I can see hits to 1000 but even with best possible lighting, etc. cannot see at 1200 yards.
Problem is the mil reticles greatly reduce the number of scope choices. And used $1500 scopes rarely depreciate to a third of original price.
Another problem is the OP isn’t a sniper trying to kill the Viet Cong tax collector. He’s hasn’t mentioned anything about needing it for his spotter buddy calling out corrections.
Don't rule out something like these:
https://www.bushnell.com/products/bi...ulars-15x56mm/