The only thing that will make up for lack of skill and experience is luck. Good scopes give you a clearer image of what you missed, which can help as time progresses.
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Actually, I've known many people in my life that when they got their first decent+ scope, they were worse shooting targets. They suddenly saw the holes in the target as they shot and were subconsciously steering according to last hole. That always amused me. By the same token, if I don't feel like concentrating, I'll shoot over 100 yards at under 4x so I don't see the holes in the black and shoot 98% as good of groups as when I feel like paying attention/concentrating and dial up the zoom.The scope will not make up for technique. That being said, starting with a great scope will help you learn your technique faster and you won't be upgrading to a better scope later. Once you know you can shoot well, if your skills will outpace a cheap scope and going to a better scope will bring it back up to your honed skill level.
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If I could find a way to stop my heart, which has been tried, then restarted, also tried, ok kidding, sort of, it's be great but with practice you can make the movements smaller and time them, I've found that a light trigger pull helps, just under 16oz, I do about 12oz.Seeing through a better scope can definetly help you gain the skills to make you a better shot. For example, a larger magnifiction will let you see the amount of holding on target, drifting, shakng and whatnot that you are going through to remain on target As such it will, if you are willing to learn from it, help you to control that and become more steady.
What's more, a better scope with quality manufacturing, clear lenses, and all of n alignment will help you not have mistakes in shot placement based on equipment.