One of the reasons so many people like Leupold, is there great warranty and customer service, as well as being a great scope. You can buy a used Leupold, doesnt matter how old it is, the lifetime warranty still stands, it isnt just for the original owner, you dont have to have a recipt or a warranty card filled out. When they say lifetime warranty, they mean unlimited lifetime warranty on all of their Gold ring scopes and binoculars. Try that with Nikon or any other manufactor. That is why Leupolds hold there resale value better than other scope. A Swarovski Z6 only has a 10 year warranty, for $2000+ you would think you would get more than that.