Nightforce ATACR 7-35x56mm F1 34mm Tube Durable Precise Illuminated Black Gun Scope - ZeroSet Parallax Adjustable First Focal Plane Hunting Scope

The quality of this scope is really second to none, the feel is amazing, the affirmative clicks on the dials is what you would want and expect, the glass quality is fantastic and clear. The only complaint I have is the exit pupil is pretty small at 35x magnification, this is somewhat expected, however I was hoping it would be better give the insane price tag.

This is my second NightForce scope. Nightforce makes an absolutely amazing product. None Better! The optics are amazing, the lighted reticle is great for early morning or late evening shots, and the Zero Stop feature is an engineering masterpiece.

Greatest scope EVER --- I also own a BEAST -- and a couple other NightForce scopes --- other than the Vortex Viper line for less expensive guns --- it's all I ever buy

Welp the minimum zoom is too dang high for 130 yard shots. Waited until the assailant stood up with a broken rifle. I spent 17 seconds to response to him blasting the crowd. Don't know why my buddy next to me didn't fire at all when he had the exact same scope and rifle.Would not recommend for high end national defense at close range because you know... I couldn't find the dang target until the shooting was already over and the attacker had a broken rifle.

The scope was repacked in its original box but was not adequately secured and loose during shipping. The scope shader has dirt marks, the scope itself has grass and dirt on it, and the KF knob has black marks, which is why I believe the scope is used. I didn't pay over 3k for a used scope.

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I gave this 3 stars mainly because I do not think it is worth the price. If it was a $2k or so scope, maybe a different story. Most of my gripes are personal preference, but again I don’t think this scope is worth $3,600, especially since it’s made in Japan.After comparing it to many other similar optics, I concluded the glass is not any better than some other, cheaper scopes. The parallax adjustment is extremely fine and picky, meaning you have to mess with it a lot to get it perfect. If there is heavy mirage, good luck. Also the fact that the parallax markings are in meters was an issue for me (maybe not for you). The eyebox is quite small and also pretty finicky. Lastly, the Mil-XT reticle is nice but I think it’s a little too think, even down at 15-18 power.Now the build quality of this scope is top notch. The turrets are amazing and I like the way you adjust the magnification & locking ocular. I primarily compared this scope to a Vortex Razor Gen II 4.5-27x and feel the Razor has it beat in most areas for significantly less money.There’s no question Nightforce makes top notch scopes, I just feel there is a lack of value here compared to other options out there.

Yes, this is a very pricey scope. Yes, you might have to save longer to buy it. No, you will never regret it.I bought his scope at a local retailer and it is hands down the best scope on the market. I have competed in and helped run long range competitions for years now and this is the top pick of the experts and professionals that I work with.Sure, Vortex is half the price and they warranty is really well known, but that is because no one ever has to use Nightforce's warranty.If you want the best of the best. Go with the Nightforce.