Why no compact nightforce FFP?

[Macintosh]

Fair enough, I cant say as I have zero experience in optics. Just relaying my experience from the exact same internal decision-making process at a couple other companies that design and manufacture for a similarly niche market. My entire job was literally to do the market and sales analysis and use that info to drive a data-driven assortment planning process. Most Design, Development & Marketing companies have a "product line manager" or "category manager" position whose responsibility is exactly that, although I guess its in question how exactly they execute on it.

 

[Huntr]

What reticle do you have?

I have 2 mil-dot (my favorite) and 1 Mil-R.

 

[Alex Genereux]

Is the consensus that the SWFA 3-9x42 is the best scope in FFP, mil and for the weight being NF doesnt make a scope like this and if weight isnt as big of a concern the 3-15x42

 

[pods8 (Rugged Stitching)]

Is the consensus that the SWFA 3-9x42 is the best scope in FFP, mil and for the weight being NF doesnt make a scope like this and if weight isnt as big of a concern the 3-15x42

If weight isn't a big concern there are other options. I like my LRTS more than my 3-9SWFA aside from the weight, it weighs similar to the 3-15SWFA so if I was cool with 24ish oz a used LRTS would appeal to me more.

If 24-28oz is acceptable you have more offerings from NF, trijicon, that new maven, etc.

 

[SouthPaw]

Is the consensus that the SWFA 3-9x42 is the best scope in FFP, mil and for the weight being NF doesnt make a scope like this and if weight isnt as big of a concern the 3-15x42

Everyone will have their own opinion, but if you prioritize durability, bold FFP mil reticle, weight, and cost, nothing touches the SWFA 3-9. Notice I didn't mention availability...