I haven't looked at the Schmidt-Bender but am pretty much sold on that NF. I've never heard nothing but great things about them. Late to ask this as well but what is everyones opinions on BDC's in scopes. I read that they do help but aren't always worth the expense. I think I could eventualy do just as good without one as long as I keep a record book and the right optics glass. Like an NP-R2 reticleThanks for all the input. Now I just need to start saving 1,600 dollars somehow.