Re: New NF "Beast" scope rumors.... let's hear them
fwiw,
We shall see. Literally and figuratively...
I have said for a number of years that, imho, Schmidt Bender PMIIs offered the best scope for the money. A proven scope. That said I have also said that may not be accurate in 5 years.
I've seen beta model purchase options, or more acccurately alpha/beta/photoshop hook, line, and sinker purchases made for $2800. All based on hot air.
I've never shorted the NXS(non-F1) as anything short as a strong tier two scope. The F1 is good glass but overpriced and that is not an opinion that requires too jaundiced an eye. I have no doubt Nightforce can become a tier one company, and market THE Tier One Scope.... None. I was a fan of Nightforce(BRs in 97')before I came to prefer Dick Thomas's Gen 2 LR M1. Not Premier but the late Dick Thomas.
I then discovered the 4-16x50 PMII, long after JW Huskey had done so, and the beginning of the Best in the World...
I STILL think Schmidt Bender produces The Best in The World. The 4-16x42 and 5-25x56 in various iterations have been it for some time.
I most assuredly will NOT be placing any pre-orders nor will I be writing to beg an early comp, however, many interesting things are going on at Nightforce. Not the least of which a change in Management.
They MAY, and likely will, do amazing things... I will be watching and allow time and other's money do the testing. It will be interesting to read and I can see some of my money going in that direction if I see a cost/benefit line that justifies what seems to be a precursor to another player in the $3K plus market.
Regards, Matt Garrett
757-581-6270
As an aside I would like to see more elite scopes and rifles actually shot rather made into temporary mates in the prominent spot in the safe. Lindy's commentary on Jacob's AW frequently comes to mind when the latest and greatest come to mind. Respectfully submitted...