Re: Question on nightforce scope
A BDC is pointless for distances of 500 yards or less - just memorize your dope, which is, in 100 yard increments, only 4 numbers. Surely everyone can memorize 4 numbers.
Beyond that range, you'll have to pay attention to atmospheric conditions, and if they're different from what the BDC was calculated for, you're going to have to make an adjustment anyway. The BDC does not make that adjustment easier.
I think a BDC is a waste of money. OTOH, the U.S. economy is in a recession. I encourage everyone to waste their money so the economy will recover, and supporting the shooting industry is a fine way to do that.
I'd rather spend my money on ammo or training, though. And will.