I have several Nikon Monarks and a bunch of Leupold scopes. They have served me well over the last 40 years. My bro in law thinks if a scope doesn't cost over $500 it is not worth owning. I cannot for the life of me see much differense in our scopes at dusk or any other time. He trades at a very good well stocked sporting goods store. They have one guy in guns that my bro in law believes everything he says. The guy works on commision. Duh!!!