Have not purchased a Leupold product in several years because in my opinion their design and quality has been lacking compared to others. Have to say this is a really nice scope and they have finally got back in the game. I compared this to a Z6 2-12x50. Optic clarity was very close. The main difference was color resolution if that really matters. Colors were brighter in the Z6 but like I said the clarity and sharpness was very close. Great design and I love the illuminated reticle. No it is not better than the z6 but it is very close and most of all it is $1200 less. Leupold has a hit in this one and I like it so much I am going to get the 1-6 for my 375 Ruger. Would have been 5 stars if 50mm objective.
Pros: Price, size, quality
Cons: 42mm not 50mm
This review was written in the old system and had content requirements that are different than reviews written today.