Jwalker

I agree with Big Uncle. As long as its clear and bright enough to get the job done and wont break in the process...well, what more do ya need. I have had many Leupolds in the past and cant really say anything bad about them. Good luck with Burris, Bushnell Elite series, Vortex and Sightron too. Never owned a Nikon but I know they are highly regarded also. I've had great luck from the VX-I's on up in the Leupold line...I really like the two new Redfields I have as well. Time will tell if they are as reliable as the Leupolds but I suspect they will be. Cant say much on the Euro glass as ive never owned any and likley never will but I hear good things about them too. For my taste its hard to beat the eye relief / eye box, lite weight, customer service and made in the USA that Leupold offers, thats my vote anyway.