If dark timber is involved then the 4-16 would be my pick simply because of the slightly better glass. I’m not sure an NX8 in 2.5-20 wouldn’t be the best bet for what your describing because of the low end mag, although you have ruled that out.
I believe it's the last three of your order number. But not sure how accurate that is because they said earlier that certain models were coming out first.
I’ve done it a few times and seen it from other guys a few more. Worked about 30% of the time from a pistol. Some of the shots, while hitting the head, just weren’t good shots. This was also a long time ago with not so good bullets.
Need some fairly inexpensive but decent ammo for a Mini 14. .223 or 556 doesn't matter. For general plinking and ranch stuff, probably not interested in fmj. Thanks in advance.
I don't care. I read the info. from this site and others and use what I find to work and disregard the rest. To each their own. I value Form and Ryan's opinion and I value Broz's over on LRO. No reason to bash folks just because their experiences are different than yours. Hunt and shoot...