Thanks for the words of wisdom. What kind of scopes did you get?
Sightron and Nikon. The Nikon is better. Leupold is better yet, but too pricey for me.
I'm a beginner, but with that Browning A-Bolt .270 / Nikon combo, I drilled a doe at 110 yards 1" off the center of her nose. She was chest high in grass staring right at me, so I drilled her brain. I was quite pleased with the shot. Did it with a mono-pod Y stick, while seated.
I'm a former Washingtonian, and when I got to North Dakota a few years ago, I had to replace my Steelhead addiction with something new. Guns are fun, and the critters are great!
Good luck!