Very nice inexpensive scope - Athlon Optics Talos 6-24x50mm 1in Tube Rifle Scope, Second Focal Plane

I took a little time to decide on trying this brand that I hadn't heard of and WOW am I impressed!

I read many forums and wasn't getting a straight answer. So I decided to buy one and see for myself how could a $200 scope compare to the $1500 comparisons. Again I am impressed.

I began this search as one of the components I was acquiring for a rifle I was building my stepson as a gift.

When I received the package I was surprised by the packaging and documentation contained within. Now to be clear, I had purchased a UTG for his pellet gun - which he liked. OMG. So, I thought I would step it up a notch so that he could sit at the bench shooting distance with me. I purchased the Talos 6-24x50. In reading the propaganda, I found it to have a forever warranty. I was impressed as I am familiar with that coming on several of my high end optics.

The clarity is very equal to my Trijicon, Steiner, Zeiss, Vortex and Nikon.
The quality is very nice for a $200 scope with illuminated reticle. It is not the level of quality found on an above $800 scope.
The cheap lens covers that were included reminded me of bushnell or redfield of my childhood.

Overall, It is a great scope for the budget conscious. It has really nice glass, scratchable black tube coating and a forever guarantee. Its a great scope for the money and supposedly it is made in the USA!

Ultimately, my step son loves it and now he too can punch holes at 500M.