Hmmm . . . I have dealt with Cabelas since the 1960s . . . can't imagine them EVER failing to serve a customer. They just don't do such things. I wish more people had their business ethics. I can remember when they used to send me refund checks for just a few cents if I sent too much to cover shipping!

As far as eye relief . . . I can't say . . . but I do know that everyone talks about Leupold's eye relief . . . without knowing that other brands do equally well . . . but not all . . . I know that.

My problem with Cabelas is their silliness surrounding concealment of the sources. Myself, if Cabelas would tell me that their Alaskan Guide was made by Light Optical Works in Japan . . . as several brands are . . . I would be much more impressed. Then I can make quality judgments. With Leupold, and others, there is a sense of security concerning the purchase. Its a comfort thing. A silly thing, but a lot of hunters want their buddies to approve their purchases, or maybe even be a little jealous. You have a hard time doing that with a Cabelas scope. Much easier to do with a Grand Slam or a LPS.