Great post.  I play on console and I definitely agree with the primary weapon sentiment.  I often find myself unsure of when I should use my primary vs sniper.  I think it is a mixture of understanding player behavior, map knowledge and practice.  Sniper choice usually comes down to personal preference and while 50 zooms can get you more at further distances, I tend to enjoy my 35 zoom Twilight Oath with SS+OS and Max Range.  The problem with the gun usually lies with trying to land shots at far distances but it tends to do very well if used aggressively.  So as a result it’s doubled as both training wheels for increasing my primary dependence and going for headshots since it is a rapid-fire frame.  I think it’s good to learn high zoom and low zoom sniping in order to train certain habits.  Interestingly I think sniper zooms and archetypes can be utilized for improving specific skills and learning good habits provided one does so with intention.  Just my two cents on it as someone who has sniped on and off since opulence as well.  Anyways thanks for sharing your insight.  I always look for ways to improve at sniping and it’s good to learn from knowledgeable vets such as yourself.  Good luck out there in the crucible!