I have the 4-14x50 and although I have a few other $2.5k scopes, here is why I purchased the LRP
The image quality is darn good for the price point
FFP
Considerably light for the features
I like the big elevation knob, (my close vision sucks at my age)
Built in throw lever and optional covered or capped windage knob
Leupold's no BS warranty
About the only thing that was a negative was the 3 zoom, but I purchased it for long range steel and game, and it performs great and I keep it on the high end.
All in all it is a great scope for steel/hunter.