Excellent optic for the budget minded shooter - OpticsPlanet Exclusive Vortex Viper PST 2.5-10x44mm Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane (SFP)

After reading everywhere that you MUST have a FFP scope I decided to give the Vortex 2.5-10x44 a shot anyway. Boy am I glad I did. I can't really tell why I'd need FFP for a scope in this magnification range. That math is easy, the optic is clear and the reticle crisp. I have no issues with the brightness level even in bright day light. The scope seems very robust and the turrets are great. My ONLY gripe and it's a small one is that the magnification ring is VERY tight. And no I didn't over tighten the rings, even unmounted this thing was tight. I will be ordering the switch lever to make operation easier. Love the scope! Another great Vortex product!