Rifle Scopes Leupold reticle getting hairy

HolyCity73

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Feb 25, 2018
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I’ve seen it a few times, but never in my own scopes until today.
The short of it is that the reticle is beginning to spread outward with what appears to be bleeding paint or jagged edges where it should be razor sharp.

scope: VX6HD 3-18x50 firedot duplex ret

The scope was purchased new in spring of 2019.
It has been safe bound for two years on a rifle that just sold. Having taken delivery of a new shorty 308, it found a new home. Although I noticed it two weeks ago when I first shot the new shorty, it became an annoyance yesterday during load development.
I know others have had the same issue. I am asking what was the cause and resolution?
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