I already wrote this in another thread, but for this price I would take a look at eurooptics Steiner scope prices right now: 1500$ for a 4-16x50 or 1300$ for a demo/like new 3-12. Optically there aren't many scopes in this price range which are on a comparable level (are there any?). But Steiner...
Sub 1500 it's difficult to beat eurooptics Steiner scope prices right now: 1500$ for a 4-16x50 or 1300$ for a demo/like new 3-12 with either 50mm or 56mm (low light) objective. Optically there aren't many scopes in this price range which are on a comparable level (are there any?) But Steiner...
Sadly the 5-25 still sells for 3k.... :-( Not sure if you are familiar with this review by ILya:
High End Tactical Scopes: Part III » OpticsThoughts
He compares most of he scopes named in this thread. Can't believe that a scope like the Steiner which optically and mechanically seems to be...
Eurooptics offers Steiner Military 4-16x50 for 1500$ at the moment. While it doesn't have 20x magnification I would definitely consider it as a step up. Otherwise I would agree with buks.
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