For my type of hunting.......I put 4x Leupolds on my .41,44 and 45LC's. To me the 2x scopes almost seem to make things apear smaller than they really are? I have bought a few used on Ebay or Gunbroker for $150. If you prefer new but your budget is kinda tight.......I have to agree with Dan on the Weavers! Used them on a couple Redhawks a few years back and was happy with them aswell. I'm not much on the red dots myself. Never liked the idea of having to worry about batteries! Here's my line up for fixed power scopes in order of preference.......

1.Leupold
2.Nikon
3.Weaver
4.Burris

Now if we are talking variable powers.........Burris and thats it! PERIOD!!! Keep in mind this is all just one mans opinion. Good luck.........