i've had one for two years know i got mine just after they redisigned them adn i love it. I elk, mulie deer hunted with it all last year and had zero problems. dont waste the money on getting the micro adjust they are awsome for spot and stalk. I dont think that it is heavy it is alittle loud but you put some felt on it and it quits down.if you put a small drop of clear fingernail polish on the screw it will not come loose and i just called the company and had them send me some new springs so i have extra carry them in your pack and some allen keys and yourgood.