Do not buy this scope if you have astigmatism! - Steiner P4Xi 1-4x24mm Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane (SFP)

I have a severe astigmatism and cannot use dot scopes, so I decided to buy this scope thinking that the illuminated dot was etched on a prism instead of being projected on the lens like a dot scope. Unfortunately, the scope uses the same mechanism as a dot scope in projecting the dot on the cross hair. This results in a distorted illuminated dot if you have a astigmatism. I contacted Steiner and they confirmed that this scope will not work with those who have astigmatism.

This scope is designed to sight it in and then forget it! This scope is not designed to adjust holdovers with the turrets, the BDC reticle is used for this. The turrets are mushy, and because the graduations are so cluttered, its difficult to align precisely with the indicator mark on the tube which a about .128 inch from the both the windage and elevation turrets.

By default, the scope is set up to turn of the reticle after three hours of continuous use. This behavior can be disabled.

The glass and field of view is excellent for a scope in this price range.