Leatherwood HiLux CMR 14/24

Originally posted by SVT_Tactical

   I just received the subject scope for review and opened the box today.  My initial impressions are very positive.  I've not really done more than put the battery in, check out the lighted reticle, mechanically zero, and evaluate the "feel" of the clicks.  The scope has 165 total MOA in Elevation and 162.5 MOA in Azimuth/Windage.  That's a lot... The "clicks" are tactile and audible.  Very much so.  There is a very nice "feel" to the clicks and a distinctive click.  There is no "mushy" feel at either end of maximum extent.  Nice and crisp all the way to the final "click".  I've run it through 4 end-to-end and it really feels good.  The power adjustment ring is firm, but not too much so.    
For a CQB scope, it is a bit long, but it does have the 1-4 power adjustment, which is in big demand.  The length, 10.2in, is definitely a detriment.  There is some "tunnel effect", noticeable, but not oppressive.  Overall, the glass is good.  The light transmission in the dark is very good and the lighted reticle is not overpowering like many are.  It is very good for night-time, urban and field operations.  I was able to pick out a target, ID it, and be ready to fire at slightly over 5000 ft with a "backlight".  At closer ranges, where it would actually be used, it is very fast for acquisition.  
That is all I have for now.  As the days go by, and I get it mounted and get some use, I will have more on this.  I am anxious to actually evaluate the reticle and its ranging capabilities.  
First impressions, without any more than "touchy/feely" use, it is a favorable scope in most respects. I keep going back to the length... Really needs to be shorter for the type of use it was intended for, I think.  
More to come.  Its ability to withstand day-to-day use will be a big factor, but it certainly has a nice feel to it.  I'm thinking of trying one on my .458 Lott and/or .458 WinMag... something I had really not considered.  I'll try to take some pictures over the next few days.  