I don't use the Leupold models but I do favor the Nikon 2-7x32mm scopes on a number of muzzle loaders. Like you I hunt woods. And when I am walking around its on 2x. When I sit in a thicket where shots are under 50 yards, its 5x. When I want to check a shape or shadow, then the 7x comes out. I find the light gathering ability of the 32mm very excellent as I am sure you will also with the 33mm. Also they are a small scope for the most part and they just seem to fit easy on the rifles. And Nikon has excellent eye relief with I am sure the Leupold you are using does. I think you are going to like it.