For target shooting a higher magnification scope would be better, and for vermin too. Both imply static rest shooting, so a variable (higher) power scope might be your answer.
As has been said, look at Macleod's of Tain and their second hand optics, if it is listed as ex-demo it will be perfect! I have two now from them and you can not deal with better people!
I would stick an 8x56 on it, with illuminated reticle if you can afford it, but that's just me.
Simon