For those of you that have actually got to try out both models (Maybe Rob and Mike perhaps?):
I've been anxiously awaiting the release of the 3-20x PM-II. After all this time, it still isn't out and there's no definite release date.
I do like that it was 6 oz less than the 5-25 and can be mounted much lower.
The eye-box appears to be bigger, which would be very nice.
However, the more I think about it, rarely will I be using the bottom end anyway, except for hunting.
Through all the waiting and price increases, would going with the 5-25x be a better option? This scope is going on a 6.5x47 Lapua. 16x is definitely not enough magnification. I'm using this rifle for modified F-class, hunting, leisurely shooting, and perhaps will be using it in tactical matches. The rifle is a fairly handy rig and the barrel is currently being chopped down to 22".
I've been anxiously awaiting the release of the 3-20x PM-II. After all this time, it still isn't out and there's no definite release date.
I do like that it was 6 oz less than the 5-25 and can be mounted much lower.
The eye-box appears to be bigger, which would be very nice.
However, the more I think about it, rarely will I be using the bottom end anyway, except for hunting.
Through all the waiting and price increases, would going with the 5-25x be a better option? This scope is going on a 6.5x47 Lapua. 16x is definitely not enough magnification. I'm using this rifle for modified F-class, hunting, leisurely shooting, and perhaps will be using it in tactical matches. The rifle is a fairly handy rig and the barrel is currently being chopped down to 22".
