Rifle scopes have become like electronics, predictable obsolescence, shifting brand ownership, with essentially meaningless "lifetime warranties". A buyer needs to consider all of this in making a purchase decision.'
At what price point do you consider a throw away product acceptable? It's like the discussion of Harbor Freight tools. How much do you have to pay for predictable quality and enduring customer support, and even then how far can you count on it? Who ever thought that the original Redfield and Weaver would ever go away? What about Marlin and Winchester?
It seems like other industries have adopted the model of the computer world, "We don't support that any more".
Paul
Agreed.
And I wonder how a 99 dollar scope today compares to Dads 1965 weaver K-4, which was state of the art at one time.
I expect todays cheapy is a lot better, esp for set and forget aiming.
