I am in the market for a LPVO, and am torn between two specific choices. I was wondering if anyone has had experience with the Athlon Cronus BTR 1-6x24 LPVO and if it's just as good as their 4.5-29x56. I currently own a Cronus BTR 4.5-29 and I must say the glass is superb, very comparable to my good friend's Razor Gen II and I paid less than what he did for his Razor. I am considering Athlon's Cronus but in the 1-6 since I can get it for a bit cheaper than the 1-6 Razor Gen II (100ish less). I am not looking to start a brand-war, as I own products from both companies. Just seeing what the community has to say regarding both, and possibly some alternatives around the same price range. I am open to any suggestions. Thanks.

I prefer the Razor, as I have the VMR-2 reticle on multiple rifles. They support competitive shooting, and are just a great company to work with.

But I don't think you would be going wrong with the athalon either.

I haven't looked through one, so it is hard to say.

For only $100 difference I would probably go Razor but I already have one and it is a great optic so I am biased.

I am leaning towards the Razor as well just because I know they are bombproof. Are there any other alternatives out there or is the Razor pretty much just the "go-to" LPVO?

I have the Cronus 1-6.  I would get the Razor.

Biggest issue is that the illumination is not very bright.  Which I think is critical for a LPVO.  I am not a fan of FFP on LPVO (but I do like them on higher powered scopes.

its lighter, but has a very solid build.  Positive clicks.  LOW glass, just like the Razor.  Reticle is what it is.  Maybe you like it, maybe you dont.

I got one for 600 new, so I had to try it.  Its on a 6.5G I use for hunting.  Not a self-defense optic in my opinion.

I think its a great brand and well built.  I wouldn't hesitate to get one of their bigger scopes.

Needs brighter illum.  NOt only not daylight bright, its not daylight visible.

Is yours a BTR? I notice the Cronus BTR's are second-focal plane, so I am guessing that they changed that. I'm looking at the Razors and the price ~950ish dollars brand new is not bad at all.