Mark I went to a local gunshop with every intention of buying a Leupold. The onlyquestion wasa VX1 or VX2. The owner suggested comparing the optics to the 3x9 Fullfield 2. It was getting very darkwhen I compared it to a VX1 (approx same price)the Fullfield was considerably better under low light, and I could make out shapes better with the Fullfield better than even the VX2. The only downside to the Fullfield is if you use a flip up lens cover the eyepiece rotates making it difficult to operate the bolt at certain magnifications. Made in USA is bonus.