I just purchased a Nikon Prostaff 5, 4-12 zoom with 40mm objective. I love the glass its a great value. Spent less than $250.00. I got the BDC reticle, but I dont recommend it as a starter scope. Its very "busy." Get the standard reticle, learn to shoot and after a few hunting seasons and a larger budget you'll want to graduate to better scope anyways. It's a disease and a good one too.
But for $250 you'll be extremely happy with the scope and it will serve you for many years to come.