I was at Cabelas last week and they had a Nightforce SHV 3-10 return for $699 in the bargain cave. I looked through it and it was the MOAR reticle. I liked the layout but it was way too thin for me. I could tell it would be difficult to see in low light or dark timber. My favorite non duplex reticle is the one Leupold has in the VXR Patrol 3-9. It's a 2nd FF TMR that is really easy to pick up in low light. It's a great hunting reticle.
I am a fan of the SHV, but I do think there is room for improvement with the reticles. It’s like they’ve chosen two extremes, some fine computer display suitable for a bench or shooting in open terrain, or the basic Plex, and a relatively fine one at that. Seems to me you could have a reticle that helps when in the dark timber at first or last light, but also provides some windage reference when you’re out in the open. Each situation is very common when big game hunting. Given that they dial elevation so well, I’d really just want some windage reference.
I wish they would sell the German #4 in the US
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I have the Forceplex SHV headed my way. I'd afraid it may be a fine duplex, but we'll see.
My ideal duplex is the VX-6. It's fine enough for precision shots, coarse enough to be seen at dim light.
I'm thinking about replacing the VX-6 2-12x42 on my 7RM with the 3-10x42 SHV, having more confidence in the NF elevation turret. I know some have had good luck with the CDS, haven't equipped my VX-6 with one, yet. I want a robust, full proof twisting scope on that rifle. It's not a real light weight, so a few extra ounces shouldn't hurt.
This gun is a MkV with #2 Brux in a McWoody Wby Express, has a Timney trigger and is very accurate. I hope the NF tube is long enough to fit the Talley LW's.
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