NF SHV 4-14x50 f1 vs SWFA 3-15x42 gen 2

[satchamo]

Ok so now that the swfa is back in stock with the 3-15, I’m considering 2 scopes for a 22-250 coyote rifle. I can get a SHV for 800ish on the classifieds any given week or buy a new swfa 3-15.

Right now I’m leaning towards the SHV despite the slight cost saving of the swfa for these reasons:

Pros SHV:
-it’s not ugly with giant tall turrets
-illuminated reticle. I’m coyote hunting in low light a lot so having illumination is pretty important.
-nightforce durability
-I’m assuming better glass?

Pros swfa:
-weight - quite a bit lighter
-cheaper

What say you?

Edit: I already own an RS1.2 and like the scope- I was just hoping to try another model to get some experience with other brands. That’s why it’s not in the running.

 

[Lawnboi]

the 3-15 has a very thin reticle. not something I would want for a lownligjt hunting gun. It would not be my choice for a coyote gun

The shv reticle isnt ideal either, bht with illumination its like shooting a 4x red dot.

The shv is a great scope. Its size is the downfall. I’m not a huge fan of the mil r reticle but it’s usable. The eye box is a little tight in the scope as well but that isn’t a big deal if you shoot enough to know your weapon.

 

[matthewmt]

Trijicon tenmile has amazing illum. I have a 4-14 shv and I'm not super impressed by NF illumination.

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[Formidilosus]

the 3-15 has a very thin reticle.

The 3-15x SWFA has a very thin reticle?

 

[alexnelon]

I feel like the posts on the SWFA are plenty thick to use at 3x?

 

[Matt5266]

My vote goes to the NF