If you look around here, the Monarch is usually mentioned in the same breath as the VXIII, rather than the VXII. And given the price difference...

Inany case, your eyes have to make the call. If you can look through 'em side-by-side at a real, live, outdoor target (rather than just across the store...), that will tell you all you need to know.

I don't think you'd have to worry about quality or reliability with either one: both have strong followings, & that's something you can't buy overnight. Nikon & Leupold have been walking their talk for some time.

Check 'em out in person, & let us know which you choose!

Good luck,

FC