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Originally Posted by vash
Pellet rifle. I zeroed it at 40 yards.
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Not knowing all of the particulars of your set-up, I'd guess that this may be your problem. Maybe try sighting it in @ 15 or 20 yards. That should give you a "happy coincidence" somewhere around at 30-40 yards, with not too much hold under in between. Obviously it depends on your specific set-up. Ideally, you would have the data to punch into a ballistics calculator to see what the optimum point(s) would be.
You've also added another layer of complexity with the variable power scope (assuming it's a second-focal-plane design). If the reticle has any kind of sub-tensions/mil-dots/etc. you will want to zero it at whatever magnification that the reticle is calibrated for/at. Your dope will change with different mag settings as well.
For an air rifle, I'd probably lean towards simple iron sights. A red dot would probably be the most I'd bother with. If you absolutely need magnification, consider a 4x fixed-power scope with a BDC reticle. if you absolutely need a variable, I'd probably go for something with 1x minimum magnification (1-4x, 1-6x, etc.). YMMV.