I do some freelance work with Meopta and I will say that one of my favorite optics they make is the Optika6 1-6x24 SFP. I've had it on everything from a .375 H&H to a 10/22. It has now found a permanent home on my LMT 5.56 that is used for hog/predator control. Love the illumination which is bright enough to see in daylight and perfect for evening swine patrol. For sub $550, I think it offers the user a lot of quality and features that you will appreciate.

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