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gerrygoat,

Nope, the AO on an 8x is pretty much superfluous, especially in a big game rifle. What I'm thinking of is an 8x version of Leupold's 6x42 FX-3, which has superb optics and very reliable adjustments.


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Originally Posted by Mule Deer
gerrygoat,

Nope, the AO on an 8x is pretty much superfluous, especially in a big game rifle. What I'm thinking of is an 8x version of Leupold's 6x42 FX-3, which has superb optics and very reliable adjustments.


No doubt an 8X42 like you mention would be a really nice scope. Since they are offering a scope like the one in the link maybe it isn't too much of a stretch for them to offer an 8X42 big game version.


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MD,

I think that would be a very slick scope for Pronghorns or alpine animals like sheep/goats. In fact it just might be ideal. I would buy it.

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I'll propose it to Leupold! But ain't gonna hold my breath over it actually being produced....


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MD,

I think that would be a very slick scope for Pronghorns or alpine animals like sheep/goats. In fact it just might be ideal. I would buy it.


I have an older 8X40 AO light duplex that's nice, I would likely buy a 8X42 too with a standard or LR duplex.


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Originally Posted by Fotis
I want to get into LR shooting nothing formal.

I am looking at the NF 5.5x22x50 NXS and the
LEUPOLD Mark 4 Tactical 8.5-25X50LR I can get the leo for 1300 and the NF for 1700.

What are the differences in tracking, clarity, reliability etc.

Any input would be great.


I have that NF scope. Clarity is good in both scopes but one is eggshell thick and the other can pound nails in boards with it. If your like me and breaks everything you touch get the NF but if you have that feminine touch get the Leupold.


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i had that NF scope. the tiny eye box diddn't work too well for me and i was more than happy to find someone that would trade his 3.5-15x NXS ZS MLR straight across. callin' the MK4 egg shell thick is kinda funny though.


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How does the eye box of the 3.5x15NXS compare to a 3.5x10x 40 Leupold?

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IMO, the eye box of the 3.5-15X50 NXS is very similar to the 3.5-10X40 Leupold. both are user friendly.

in fairness, the eye box on the 5.5-22 is probably a product of the physical/optical properties of the scope, (magnification, size, ect...). the 56 mm version would undoubtedly offer more exit pupil making alignment with your eye less critical, but i don't know if it would do anything for the 'depth' of the eye box. the 5.5-22s i had were both the 50mm version. i refuse to suffer a 56mm scope on anything.

as always, selecting optics is all about balancing the compromises to suit your needs.


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Yeah, I had a 5.5-22x NF for about a year. Great adjustments, better-than-average optics, built as tough as a high-quality brick--but finally figured out it wasn't anything I needed!


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Well the SS HD is coming in today so I am excited!


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The 5-25x56 PMII with the P3 reticle.
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Very addictive.

I have a M700 in 300 mag.
Ill have to read up on a M2010.

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That's a nice looking rig, Dave. Cool camo. I'm a little scared to try a PMII... I can't afford to rescope a bunch of rifles with Alpha glass!


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