I'm new here and this is my first question. I realize scopes can be a subjective topic. I recently purchased a(n?) UTG 3x9 40mm AO True Hunter and put it on my Beeman GS950 springer. I was happy with the clarity of this particular unit, so I decided to stick with UTG. The 2 things I wanted out of my next scope was higher magnification, and side AO dial. I purchased the UTG 4-16x44mm AO SWAT. The clarity of this scope was not nearly as good as the 3-9 40mm. I took it off and purchased the UTG 3-12x44mm AO SWAT Compact. The "clarity" as I'm calling it, is slightly better, but not great. It's not fuzzy per se, but it has a glare to it. I really like the price and features at $108. My question would be, am I overlooking another brand in the $100-ish price range with at least this magnification ( I like the 3x and at least 12x) AND side AO focus? The next closest choice I had was the Hawke Optics Vantage, same specs at $209. This is going on an Umarex Gauntlet .22. Advice is appreciated.