Scope recommendation for .17HMR pls...

[Foxxwoof]

Need some suggestions for a scope for my Savage BTVSS. I've had this rifle for almost a year and haven't put a round through it yet, time to get her going for sure. I'm looking for something with adjustable power in the 3-9X+ range. Would like something with 36mm+ objective. Non-capped turrets are prefered though not an absolute requirement. And would like to keep it sub $200.

Here's what I'm currently considering.
Mueller APT 4.5-14x40mm ~$170
Mueller APV 4.5-14x40mm ~$130
Nikon Prostaff BDC150 3-9x40mm ~$150
Nikon Target EFR 3-9x40mm ~$170

The iffy ones I'm considering...
BSA Sweet 17 3-12x40mm ~$140
Bushnell Banner super 17 3.5-10-36mm ~$90

I'm leaning toward the BDC or the APT, or if I was going to spend $140 on the sweet17 I'd probably go ahead and get the APV instead. I have a sweet22 on my Marlin and it's "OK", but I'm looking for thoughts. Mostly going to be punching holes in paper, I would like to do it reliably at 150yds, but varmit hunting past that is not out of the question.

The rifle in question.

 

[42769vette]

Vortex Optics - Crossfire II 3-9x40 Dead-Hold BDC

For 149, because exposed turrets are worthless with a scope that doesnt track.

The Muellers will come close to tracking, so if your set on a scope from your list go that route.

 

[IndyND]

That's a great caliber. I think you will appreciate a higher power with it. Zooming up in the 12 to 16x range is great for this caliber and helps see the tiny target holes at distance.

 

[downlinx]

Vortex Optics - Crossfire II 3-9x40 Dead-Hold BDC

For 149, because exposed turrets are worthless with a scope that doesnt track.

The Muellers will come close to tracking, so if your set on a scope from your list go that route.

I have this one on my 93R and absolutely love it.

 

[Bikerdad61]

I have a Blued Savage BTV in .17 HMR also, it is fun to shoot and a REAL tack driver. I think the 93R is one of the best guns made in it's class. It has a cheepy 4x12 scope that was on it when I traded for it. The guy told me the rifle was only shot 20 rounds to sight it in. At 100 yards he had it dead on to. I may opt for a better scope someday but for now it does what I need. Lot's of different opinions but I like the BSA Sweet series, Dad has a sweet .22 on his Henry Golden boy and he is very pleased.