Looking at some comparisons between the new Philippine made XTR3i/Pro vs Leupold mk5.
Really like my Leupold mk5 and think it’s, from what I’ve tried $2k and under, the best crossover type scope. My only complaints are the noticeable CA and non illuminated reticle. The CA is annoying but by no means a deal breaker. What’s more problematic (for me) is the lack of illumination. Mk5 is really bright and good at “low light” but once you get to really low light in a hunting situation, you need that illumination. This happened to me last weekend and I couldn’t get a shot because I simply couldn’t see the reticle anymore.
I have zero experience with anything Burris, so looking for input on the new illuminated XTR options in comparison. They seem to be gaining traction on the hide.
I’m sure bird dog will be here within minutes…
Really like my Leupold mk5 and think it’s, from what I’ve tried $2k and under, the best crossover type scope. My only complaints are the noticeable CA and non illuminated reticle. The CA is annoying but by no means a deal breaker. What’s more problematic (for me) is the lack of illumination. Mk5 is really bright and good at “low light” but once you get to really low light in a hunting situation, you need that illumination. This happened to me last weekend and I couldn’t get a shot because I simply couldn’t see the reticle anymore.
I have zero experience with anything Burris, so looking for input on the new illuminated XTR options in comparison. They seem to be gaining traction on the hide.
I’m sure bird dog will be here within minutes…