As for scopes: some manufacturers (leupold, burris come to mind but there might be others) have unlimited warranty, i.e. even second hand scopes are covered. Essentially eleminites the risk.
While I would be cautious with regards to second hand rifles, i would happily buy second hand leupold or burris scopes. Some good deals to be made there.
However I would always stay away from GCs ranger scopes and rings. Complete and utter rubbish.
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