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Not too bad.
I'm reading increasingly better reviews about PA's budget optics and scopes. Don't know if this is a factor of better design, better contract manufacturing partners, better material suppliers, or a combination of all three.
From the value-to-function & benefit standpoint, there are going to be few alternatives on the market that can achieve the same price points for a NIB unit with an American supplier behind it (I know it's made in Asia ... big deal) and not some no American presence or butt to kick Kee-Ho Tang LTD Mfg. found on Alibaba / Ebay / Amazon that's a total ice roll.
Of course always purchase the best quality optics that your finances and budget allow (don't forget to factor costs for those all too critical mounts and rings too), but temper that with the fact that very few of us sportsmen need or will ever put to full use an optic with over the beach, go to war build specs.
It's a nice talking point at the range and with friends, but far from a necessity.
Funny how optics preference runs though, especially when it comes to what is laser etched insider the reticle. For decades the world was largely satisfied with three flavors - Cross Hairs (open/closed), Mil Dot or MRAD. In some respects I still find these to be perfect. Simple, effective, easy to understand and explain to others.
Some people find the chevron and BDC on an ACOG to be perfect for them. Others despise it (but usually won't admit it because they just spent $1000+ on a premium optic and don't want to feel embarrassed
) You'll never had consensus on what is the best. It's a sole subjective factor of (1) What is the best for your eyes and brain (2) What do you think you'll get the most use out of.
@PA, Dimitri
I know this is a new release, but are their any plans to include possibly a fiber optic light pipe to illuminate the BDC and horseshoe? I think that would really be a plus.
Also, what's the approximate run time on the battery and is there an auto-off feature? I didn't see it listed in the product description.