Fantastic optic at this price point - Hi-Lux Optics Close to Medium Range CMR 1-8x24mm LPVO Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane

First impression out of the box, the optic is well made. Not too heavy, but not too light as to feel like a toy.

Mounted on my Ruger MPR with an aero precision spr mount. This optic was properly zeroed out of the box, which was a surprise. Perfect groupings for my skill level at range with an AR. 50/200 yard zero works well with this optic. At 200-300 yards you're still well within 1 moa with the right ammo. I tried 5-6 different loads and the pmc xtac bt rounds were definitely best with my setup.

Red dot is crystal clear in daylight on setting 1. I didn't have a need to go beyond the first brightness level.

The only issue I have is with 8x magnification. It can be a little difficult to find the sweet spot. Eye relief is 3.8" and works consistently until you reach higher magnification. After making physical adjustments to my position, I'm able to see well enough to shoot but I've been staying under 6x.

Overall this is a fantastic optic at this price point and would gladly buy it again.