Rifle Scopes Mark 4 vs Mark 6

[Direct_Fire]

I am looking at the Leupold Mark 4 ER/T and the Mark 6 scopes, M5 turrets, and TMR reticle. My biggest question is whether or not the Mark 6 is worth the extra $500? I am looking to put this on a custom R700 for everything from hunting to competing(both at the longest distance that I can get hits at).

So what are yall's thought about the difference between the 4 and the 6?

Leupold 4.5-14x50 Mark 4 ER/T
http://swfa.com/Leupold-45-14x50-Mark-4-ERT-30mm-Riflescope-P45007.aspx
•Matte
•Tactical Milling Reticle
•30mm
•Long Range
•Side Focus
•M5 Target Knobs
•First Focal Plane Reticle
•Free Leupold Flip-Open Lens Covers


Leupold 3-18x44 Mark 6
http://swfa.com/Leupold-3-18x44-Mark-6-34mm-Riflescope-P60899.aspx
•Matte Black Finish
•TMR Reticle
•34mm Tube
•Fast Focus Eyepiece
•M5B2 Target Knobs
•First Focal Plane



Dave

 

[NaHa]

Get the less expensive model and spend $500 on ammo. Shooting will make you a better shooter more than a marginally better piece of kit.

 

[SNIPERS4DUMMIES]

mark 6, no question-I own both

 

[The Godfather]

I would suggest the mark 6. I do not have any direct experience using the new scope but I have one on order. For me the smaller lighter weight package makes the scope unique in the leupold lineup. Also the locking turret on top w/ a covered windage is perfect for the TMR as I will dial in distance but hold for wind. Also I think the mark 6 has greater mil movement per turn.

 

[MrNobody308]

mark 6, no question-I own both

I'm also interested in the Leupold Mark 6.
Which reticle do you have?
I was interested in the cmr-w 7.62
Leupold told me the Mark 6 3-18 and cmr-w 7.62 does have the illuminated reticle.
How do you like the M5B2 turrets?
I'm thinking I might prefer the M5C2 turrets.
What kind of turret is on the windage knob of yours?

 

[SNIPERS4DUMMIES]

I've got the MK6 with Horus H58 with the M5B2 turrets, no experience with M5C2-I'm not sure they were even released yet. Overall, great controls, nice glass, nicely compact size and of course Leupold warranty is rock solid.

 

[Direct_Fire]

Sounds great. Thanks guys. I am definitely leaning towards the Mark 6, but I really wish that it was offered with the TMR, M5B2 turrets, and an illuminated reticle.