Just to rehash it because I'm bored amd we're talking about reticles this is what gets me:
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On a target with a dark backdrop or on high magnification this is easier to be sure you're holding correctly without taking focus off your aimpoint:
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Maybe I'm the only person who has an issue with it but it is an issue for me.
On a plus note for almost all Vortex reticle is they have numbered elevation hold under marks above the zero mark going up to 10 mil. This is really useful when dialling and using a weapon mounted laser rangefinder or at matches when there is an easy "confirmation" target you have switch back to.