TT308: I like the new Monarchs. The only real quality difference I could see between my Japanese Monarchs and this new Philippine Monarch was that the threads where the adjustment covers screw on are not quite as nicely machined. The brightness, accuracy of adjustments and focus are just as good. IMO, they're a hell of a deal for the money.

This new Monarch has the Mil-dot reticle and there was a very good, easy to understand booklet on using Mil-dots that came with the scope.

Bring enough gun and know how to use it.

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