hunting glass

Looking for an optic for long range hunting that won't break the bank (under $1000) but will also get the job done. Looking for something with exposed turrets, FFP, and a magnification somewhere in the 2-24 range, open to suggestions. Ideally something with a reticle that is a christmas tree...

I have been trying to find the "perfect" scope for my Tikka 260Rem which will be used for hunting deer sized game from point blank out to 500 yds. The only thing that I've found that checks all the boxes thus far is the VX-5HD with HTMR reticle or the Razor LHT. My first hand experience with the...