I have been searching for some time now for the perfect scope for me. It will be used primarly for hunting and yes, I know this is a "bird forum". But I have found that you "birders" and "sky watchers" are some of the most knowledgable people about optics you can find. My question is about the Pentax Xf zoom eyepiece that usually comes with it. I have read some negative reviews on here about it and most people say to buy a fixed xw. But I prefer a zoom and maybe later buying an XW14. Should I upgrade to the SMC Zoom? Is it worth the extra $? I am still looking at the 60mm Nikon Fieldscope ED III also and any comments on that scope would be greatly appreciated also! Thanks. Eric