Unless ALOT has changed since I was in the Army, just 'cause the military uses something, doesn't mean it's good, reliable, etc. When I was in (15-20yrs ago), alot of our equipment was junk.
Listening to the actual users (like Formidilosus) experience/opinions/etc. gives better info on the stuff than just knowing that it's used by the military. Not saying Leupold is junk, etc. (I have several myself on hunting rifles and I like 'em), just saying don't think just 'cause the military uses something that it must be the best of the best.
I agree with you completely. My career was in law enforcement, so I'm quite familiar with the concept of buying and using equipment from "the lowest bidder". I just think it's amusing that Eremicus is arguing with a guy who is currently in the military and speaking from his own experience. Frankly, Eremicus is making an absolute fool of himself.
