If the test was intended to be destructive, wouldn't they all fail?
There's no way to argue that the tests show certain brands/models are more durable than others. How important that durability is to you is your decision. It would seem to me there's no risk to use the more durable optic other...
It will be very tight. For some perspective, my dad shot one a few years back with a standard full at about 10 feet and the turkeys head turned to vapor. I can't imagine the pattern was much bigger than a golf ball
Looking to sell this Winchester 70 Extreme Weather SS Model chambered in .300 Win Mag. Approximately 40 rounds fired. Excellent condition with no major scrapes or scratches. Comes with a Leupold Backcountry Cross-Slot pic rail mounted. Can also include 20 rds of Federal Power-Shok 150gr. $1200...
You're not hurting anything by letting it warm up. If it's really cold I let mine run for 5-10 minutes and it seems to work more smoothly and it's warm inside