I very much like the article!
I am wondering how wide the light path is between the lenses (the body of the scope). Specifically, there are old 3/4" scopes that were used for big game. Any more the immediate reaction to a 3/4" scope is: "That is a 22 rim-fire scope."
Noted: You've mentioned edge and total area issues and adjustment issues. Does the 3/4' tube restrict light due to light path boundaries?
I have a couple of old Weaver scopes "J" series that I was told were once considered center-fire scopes. I have one on a model '92 Winchester that works quite well, but I use that rifle mainly for squirrels and rabbits as it is chambered for 256 Win Mag.
