That it is a NF I have not handled the SHV but have some very brief experience with the older NXS. They build a solid piece of glass hands down. Vortex builds a good product for it's price point. But, there is no way I'd pick the PST over the SHV, even though the NF is more. The Razor is a solid scope, but well above your 1300 limit.What do you prefer about the night force?