For hunting you would be just as well off with a good scope that can do 1x, such as the Leupold VX-II 1-4x20mm. I can snap shoot with mine (on a Marlin 1895) with both eyes open, it has a discreet aiming point, no electronics to go wrong and is less expensive. Simply put....a Leupold VX-II 1-4x20mm can lock onto the target as fast as your eyes do.