Toughest Scope: Trijicon? Leopold? Others?

[trperk1]

I have always used Leupolds specifically on my hardest recoiling weapons and never had a failure.

 

[Gemsbok45]

They are tough against recoil and that’s what every manufacturer tests for. It’s all the unexpected where NightForce excels over everyone.

 

[Hillcountry63]

I have a Leopold Freedom 1-4 on my 375 Ruger and it has worked out well enough. Occasionally it seems the zero wonders a tad, maybe 1 MOA. It is not clear whether this is me or the scope. All I can say is my Leopold 2-7 on a 308 has been more consistent, smaller groups AND it never seems to wonder. If a group opens up because I'm tired and shooting bad it seems more centered just bigger.

Because of this I'm considering a scope upgrade. My 375 is my "bear gun" so I really don't want it to fail me at an bad time.

Does anyone have an opinion about how tough a Leopold is compared to other stuff out there (sub $1000)? Right now an old style Trijicon Accupoint 1-4 looks like the best bet. I like the sleek construction and light weight compared to the tactical style scopes by other companies. The illuminated reticle is not totally necessary but nice.

How do Trijicon Accupoints hold up to recoil and to being bumped into things? I've heard a few good reports. Has anyone broken one? Has anyone had one survive abuse?

I am a SWAT Team Leader and have used Trijicon more years than I care to share at work, active duty down range and on most of my hunting rigs…. I bet my life on them. They’re bomb proof and I’ve never had a POI shift. Just my .02

 

[Gemsbok45]

Good on you and thanks for your service. They make a great product! Stay safe you are appreciated!!!

 

[Hogpatrol]

I had the predecessor to Trijicon's Ten Mile 5-30 FFP and the parallax went south. I had bought it used off of ebay. I sent it back, was emailed that scope was obsolete and not able to be repaired. They sent me a brand new Ten Mile FFP in the same power, no charge. From my perspective, I came out smelling like a rose.

 

[Alaska Luke]

Hillcountry thanks. I think I made the right choice. I mounted the Trijicon today. It feels really good. Sight picture is great and the dot is fast.