Yes it was your comment I was referring to. I just did not want to present it as a conflict, but more of a comparison.

I did not speak of the more expensive larger tube and larger objective scopes for one reason. IMO the poster is looking for the smaller lighter scope. But I still agree with you about the W. German 3X9. It is definitely a great light scope. I have one on a Remington pump carbine, and this would be one of the last scopes and rigs I would ever get rid of. But I do not think it is in the price range any more. As a matter of fact anyone who wants to buy import optics better do it pretty quick. With the continued devaluation of the US dollar the European glass is going to be priced clear out of the American market. Tom.