March- Why not?

[Dobermann]

Some can't fathom that you could stray from Form's recommendations.

Not sure if that was directed at me, but if so ... incorrect.

 

[Airohunter]

It sounds a bit like you're looking for reasons to validate purchasing one, instead of deep-diving into the reasons why not to get one...

Your not wrong. If i simply wanted the best all around scope I'd stick with TT, ZCO or ATACR but they are big and heavy so as a compromise to that end I am interested in a lighter version scope with good glass. Leupold get's close on glass but terrible mechanics. Zeiss V6 and V4 have treated me well for the price point. I framed the question intentionally to see who had a March and why did they go to another brand.
I wanted to hear directly from those user groups and not the guy that just spent 2k on a Maven or Revic or some other color and his is the best because that's all he knows. I'll light the internet on fire and once again point out that if a $1000 scope was just as good as a $3000 they would charge more for it.

 

[cole96]

Your not wrong. If i simply wanted the best all around scope I'd stick with TT, ZCO or ATACR but they are big and heavy so as a compromise to that end I am interested in a lighter version scope with good glass. Leupold get's close on glass but terrible mechanics. Zeiss V6 and V4 have treated me well for the price point. I framed the question intentionally to see who had a March and why did they go to another brand.
I wanted to hear directly from those user groups and not the guy that just spent 2k on a Maven or Revic or some other color and his is the best because that's all he knows. I'll light the internet on fire and once again point out that if a $1000 scope was just as good as a $3000 they would charge more for it.

I’m following. I’ve got the ZCO 420 and love it even though it’s a boat anchor. I messaged huntnful since he used to run one. He seemed to really like it aside from his parallax breaking once and he moved on. I’ve spoke with people who have had more durability issues with nightforce than others. None of those high end scopes are junk

 

[Airohunter]

I have the ZCO 420 as well and zero complaints other than size. imo NF has proven themselves reliable but their glass just isn't quite there outside the ATACR which still comes up short compared to TT, ZCO, SB and Kahles.

 

[cole96]

I have the ZCO 420 as well and zero complaints other than size. imo NF has proven themselves reliable but their glass just isn't quite there outside the ATACR which still comes up short compared to TT, ZCO, SB and Kahles.

Yep. I wish at least one American company could get something at least very close in glas

 

[SDHNTR]

The optics are compromised by the 8x erector and compact size, but in actual use it has never been an issue for me - you just treat them as the best 3-18x on the market and dont use 19-24x. The x52 is much brighter if you care.

This is just it. Yet March is so blinded by their own gimmick they refuse to make a scope with a normal 4-5x erector that would inherently be a better performing hunting optic. If they did, we’d likely see far fewer “best scope” threads.

 

[streamerfish]

Your not wrong. If i simply wanted the best all around scope I'd stick with TT, ZCO or ATACR but they are big and heavy so as a compromise to that end I am interested in a lighter version scope with good glass. Leupold get's close on glass but terrible mechanics. Zeiss V6 and V4 have treated me well for the price point. I framed the question intentionally to see who had a March and why did they go to another brand.
I wanted to hear directly from those user groups and not the guy that just spent 2k on a Maven or Revic or some other color and his is the best because that's all he knows. I'll light the internet on fire and once again point out that if a $1000 scope was just as good as a $3000 they would charge more for it.

" I'll light the internet on fire and once again point out that if a $1000 scope was just as good as a $3000 they would charge more for it."

I get your general point. But realistically its just not that simple. You have to individually decide what's important to you in a scope.

A hardcore backcountry hunter has a different set of important parameters then a bench rest target shooter.

If what's most important to you is a reticle that is easy to see up close in dark timber, the scope is reasonably light, and incredibly durable, with glass good enough to shoot big game at 0-200yards, then there are multiple scopes priced at less then $1k that are better then scopes priced at $2k-$4k.

If what's most important is perfect glass with a detailed mil reticle that you can measure the horns on a bedded mule deer in the brush at 850yards or maybe shooting F class competition, then your scope price and choices are completely different potentially.

 

[huntnful]

I had a 3-24X52 March F. I liked it plenty. Also had a legit FFP hunting reticle. Only real downside was having the exposed windage. I sold it to my hunting partner who has been using it for 3 years now with no issues. It’s a good scope. I just looked at them again the other and couldn’t believe they were at $3k. I think I got mine new for like $2k back when I bought it.

 

[pathnz]

There is nothing similar to the March F for quality and features at that size and weight. It is not optimal, but nothing on the market is. It is simply the best option currently available if you weight the size, weight, reliability and features highly.

 

[cole96]

I had a 3-24X52 March F. I liked it plenty. Also had a legit FFP hunting reticle. Only real downside was having the exposed windage. I sold it to my hunting partner who has been using it for 3 years now with no issues. It’s a good scope. I just looked at them again the other and couldn’t believe they were at $3k. I think I got mine new for like $2k back when I bought it.

Was yours the highmaster?

 

[huntnful]

Was yours the highmaster?

Not sure if there are different models of the F 3-24X52?

I only that one and the FX 4.5-28X52

 

[SDHNTR]

There is nothing similar to the March F for quality and features at that size and weight. It is not optimal, but nothing on the market is. It is simply the best option currently available if you weight the size, weight, reliability and features highly.

March was a failed attempt to save a few ounces for me too. In the end it wasn’t worth it. I put a NF SHV 4-14 on after I ditched the March and don’t miss it one bit. Saved $2k and had to give up a few extra ounces. It was a good trade. Reliable, much easier to get behind, no tunneling and I actually have a clear reticle.

 

[pathnz]

Was yours the highmaster?

There is no highmaster March F

 

[huntnful]

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Here is no highmaster March F

I didn’t think so, but didn’t want to speak as if I did, not being 100% sure.

 

[pathnz]

March was a failed attempt to save a few ounces for me too. In the end it wasn’t worth it. I put a NF SHV 4-14 on after I ditched the March and don’t miss it one bit. Saved $2k and had to give up a few extra ounces. It was a good trade. Reliable, much easier to get behind, no tunneling and I actually have a clear reticle.

Which March ? None of the 3x March F that Ive owned or those owned by others I have used have an issue with getting a clear reticle

I think it's important to be model-specific rather than speak in brand generalities, as most brands produce a mix of models that work at different levels of quality and function.

I would not recommend most March scopes because I have not used them and can't speak to their quality. I do recommend the March F specifically.

 

[SDHNTR]

Mine was the 3-24x52.

I hear what you’re saying, but whether we’re talking about March or NF or anyone else, I just do not understand the reasoning for 8x+ erectors. They solve zero problems and only create several.

 

[pathnz]

Mine was the 3-24x52.

I hear what you’re saying, but whether we’re talking about March or NF or anyone else, I just do not understand the reasoning for 8x+ erectors. They solve zero problems and only create several.

I agree and think March should make a 4 - 5 - or 6x erector scope

 

[SDHNTR]

I agree and think March should make a 4 - 5 - or 6x erector scope

I’d likely buy several.

 

[Airohunter]

I'll pick on the NX8 4-32 and say it's marketing, the perception is your getting more but many don't realize the consequences of a 6x or 8x etc...