Re: Horus Scopes
I can't specifically comment on the raptor or hawk, but I have a Talon 1-4x and a Falcon, and would agree that the glass is similar quality to Nikon or approx Leupold, and not as good as my Nightforce. The tube and machining are also approx similar quality to Nikon. With comparison, I also have a USO SN4 (to compare to the talon) and a USO SN3 w/ H25 reticle (to compare to the Falcon). Both USO are double the price (or more)...and are definitely double the quality in machining, construction, and glass. But that's not to say that the Horus optics are bad, they're just not USO (but neither is nikon or leupold). For Horus anything, the reticle is the key element...and if you like the Horus system, it absolutely rocks (provided you practice with it...just like anything else). I have never had a problem with either one through heavy use, but I think that a low probability of problems with the Horus scopes is in part due to the fact that you aren't constantly testing it (clicking knobs), you're using precision holdover. For short-medium distance and daytime shooting, I actually prefer them to "higher quality" optics without a Horus reticle (my Nightforce). At distances >600y and low-light shooting, the better glass starts to show its quality. They also give a hefty military discount for active duty, which is appreciated. I'd be surprised if you got it and were disappointed.