Eye of the beholder?

[Bonk]

Never owned or used Swaro, Leica, S&B, etc. I’m sure they live up to the hype but, frankly, I can’t afford them. Well, technically, I could but I’d rather spend that money on something I’d use more often, like a watch. I’m a Leupold guy and most of my rifles have them. Low end to mid range (VX5). They’ve never failed me and I’ve never felt like I missed out on an opportunity to shoot something because my scopes weren’t up to the task. Having never used high end Euro optics maybe I’m just blissfully unaware of what I’m missing. I’m good with that.

 

[BeeMaa]

Never owned or used Swaro, Leica, S&B, etc. I’m sure they live up to the hype but, frankly, I can’t afford them. Well, technically, I could but I’d rather spend that money on something I’d use more often, like a watch. I’m a Leupold guy and most of my rifles have them. Low end to mid range (VX5). They’ve never failed me and I’ve never felt like I missed out on an opportunity to shoot something because my scopes weren’t up to the task. Having never used high end Euro optics maybe I’m just blissfully unaware of what I’m missing. I’m good with that.

It takes about two seconds to “see” the difference between a Leupold VX6 HD and a Swaro Z8i. It’s drastic and so is the difference in price.

I’d highly recommend NOT looking through the top tier glass if you’re happy with what you have or your bank account could take a major hit. Ask me how I know.

 

[SaintPanzer]

I was not asking about physics so forgive me if your post was directed elsewhere.
In keeping with the OP what is a CURRENTLY produced American made rifle scope?

Other than Leupold and certain Steiner models are their ANY riflescopes currently made in made in the USA?
The Nightforce 8x32 NXS on my dog gun was labeled "Made in Japan". My 2.5-10x24 is labeled made in USA but that scope is no longer produced to my knowledge.
I have since traded off my Trijicon Accupoint 1-6x24 but if memory serves it was plainly labeled "Made in Japan".
I am not knocking any optics for where they are produced but what is a premium US scope?

Are not Swarovski Z3s made in Cranston, RI?

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