Rifle Scopes Steiner T6Xi 3-18x56 Review and comparison with NF ATACR 4-16x42, S&B US 3-20x50 and March 4.5-28x52

[JCS 4052]

I don’t have any experience with March, but I’m very interested in the March scope discussed in this review. What’s the durability and warranty like? Any reason to believe there would be any issues handling the recoil from a SCAR 20? They’re known to be pretty tough on optics. Thanks

 

[Denys]

I don’t have any experience with March, but I’m very interested in the March scope discussed in this review. What’s the durability and warranty like? Any reason to believe there would be any issues handling the recoil from a SCAR 20? They’re known to be pretty tough on optics. Thanks

The March-FX 4.5-28X52 HM is very strong. The main tube is 34mm with the walls being 4mm thick. The warranty is 10 years from the dare of manufacture, regardless of the owner, so fully transferable. DEON will usually do warranty work even after the warranty has expired. The SCARC 20 is not an issue for the March scopes. They have been mounted on many .50BMG, 498, 375 and they even have been mounted on a 14.5X114 rifle.

Testing video of March 4-40×52 Genesis scope with 14.5×114 caliber! (Ukraine) | March Owners -Shooting, Reviews, Competitions etc. | MARCH Scopes | DEON Optical Design CorporationMARCH Scopes | DEON Optical Design Corporation

MARCH Scopes Official Site

marchscopes.com

 

[Tikkaguy]

I hunted with the s&b 3-20x50 non ultra short with msr 1 reticle. Probly should have have kept it. It’s pricy and it’s heavy but they have a good ret at 3x and the eye box is decent at 20x. Never had any issues with it.not sure why brands can’t seem to come up with a lighter scope that fills that role better in a more affordable platform. It can’t be that hard. Most brands these days have the market sense of Hellen Keller in a broomcloset.

 

[JCS 4052]

The March-FX 4.5-28X52 HM is very strong. The main tube is 34mm with the walls being 4mm thick. The warranty is 10 years from the dare of manufacture, regardless of the owner, so fully transferable. DEON will usually do warranty work even after the warranty has expired. The SCARC 20 is not an issue for the March scopes. They have been mounted on many .50BMG, 498, 375 and they even have been mounted on a 14.5X114 rifle.

Testing video of March 4-40×52 Genesis scope with 14.5×114 caliber! (Ukraine) | March Owners -Shooting, Reviews, Competitions etc. | MARCH Scopes | DEON Optical Design CorporationMARCH Scopes | DEON Optical Design Corporation

MARCH Scopes Official Site

marchscopes.com

Thank you, that’s very helpful!

 

[steve123]

First off, I’d like to thank @Glassaholic for putting together all those excellent comparison reviews.

In my case; I am trying to Narrow Down My Optic Choices – Real-World Input Appreciated
Not a pro by any means, so take this as a user doing their homework and trying to make an informed decision. I’m in the process of researching scopes—specifically how they track, their durability, weight, and general usability in the field.
I've noticed a lot of reviews out there seem polished by influencers or reviewers who are trying hard to like the product, even when there are obvious drawbacks. That’s fine, but what I’m really after is insight from those who have actual field time behind these optics.

I’ve broken down my search into three categories:

Hunting Use:​

Seriously considering the Schmidt & Bender 3-18x42mm META. It looks solid from a build and optical standpoint, but the price is a major hurdle. If I get over that, it might be the one.
In the meantime, I’m also looking at:

• Nightforce NX8 2.5-20x50 – decent magnification range, compact, but I’ve read mixed things about eye box and clarity.
• Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44 – seems like a good balance of weight, glass, and tracking, though I’m unsure how it holds up under heavier field use.
• Vortex Razor LHT 4.5-22x50 ?? – lightweight and solid reticle options; good deals pop up occasionally.

Target/Competition Use:​

Here I’m looking for solid tracking, repeatability, and a reticle that won’t hold me back.

1. Kahles K328i 3.5-28x50 – love the magnification range and turret feel.
2. Kahles K525i 5-25x56 – classic choice, well-reviewed.
3. Nightforce ATACR 5-25x56 – bombproof reputation, though heavier than I’d like for crossover use.

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Best of Both Worlds (Hunting + Precision):​

I really like the March-F Tactical 3-24x42—the specs are excellent and it looks like a true hybrid option. That said, I’ve read some user feedback mentioning tight eye box and issues with fast target acquisition, especially under pressure or in field positions. I'm also struggling to justify the cost when compared to optics like the Razor LHT and Leupold. If it really outperforms those in meaningful, real-world ways, I’m open to it—but it would need to be a clear step up.

I know there are a ton of excellent optics out there that many of you probably prefer. I'm just trying to narrow things down based on my needs and budget. If anyone has real field or match time behind any of the scopes I mentioned, I’d really appreciate your input—especially on tracking consistency, durability in hard use, and whether the premium price on higher-end glass actually translates to meaningful performance gains in real-world scenarios.

Appreciate any insight you guys can share—thanks in advance.

Just saying that the LHT 4.5-22 is the most disappointing $2000 retail scope I've ever had. It's been hard to find a rifle to put it on and has sat in the safe much of the time. On a light pcp air rifle pellet gun right now that I don't shoot much - not my favorite air rifle or scope so....
It's lightweight and has somewhat daylight bright illume and any enthusiasm for me ends there.

I had that March 3-24 and it's not all that great either but I'll take one over the LHT for sure.

I'm squarely in the camp that believes if you can't see the reticle plainly on low magnification in a MPVO FFP then why bother. Also for daylight bright illume which is super useful at times.
I use the Athlon HG2 DMR 2-12x42 and the Ares BTR 2.5-15x50/.06 mil thick reticle, because I don't see anything else that would work as well for the money. This Ares punches waaaay above it's niche zone. I'd pick it over that LHT and the M 3-24 and I suppose I already have.

As much as I dislike the wonky IQ in the periphery of the March DFP 1.5-15 at higher magnification it's the one I'd choose for hunting with FFP because it checks most of the boxes I'm looking for. I have a March DFP shorty 1-10 and it's okay in a lot of ways but the IQ on 10x is the worst thing about the scope.

Or maybe that new S&B 3-18 META, wow $5000?? That IQ better be sublime!