My Z8i 1-8 showed up today and my initial impression is I couldn't be happier! The FOV is huge, dot is very bright, very use-able reticle, and 30mm tube isn't too bulky for 5.56 (I don't like 34mm on 5.56). I looked at everything under the sun and was originally going for the K6i 1-6 after looking at and testing several. I'm not worried about locking or tactical turrets, would if it was on a .308, .260 Rem, 6.5 CM. I personally wouldn't worry about locking and or tactical turrets unless you plan on shooting over 500 yards often. However, I already have a MSTN Mk12 Mod 2 with a NF 2.5-10x42 to fill that role. This is going on a 16" build for me. I wouldn't hesitate to get the Kahles either but I jumped on DSG's sale on Z8i's last week!
On a side note, I've looked at S&B's version of their 1-8 scope at every SHOT show I've been to since 2012 and always have walked away wanting more...for whatever that is worth. I've also been hoping/waiting that vortex will make a trimmed down LPV 1-6 or 1-8 in their AMG line but just didn't want to wait any longer.
Colt Armorer Course, 2004
Remington Factory LE Armorer School (870, 1187, and 700), 2008, 2013
Remington 870 LE Armorer course, 2017
Specialized Armament M16 / M4 / AR-15® Advanced Armorer Course, 2012, 2016
Glock Armorer Course, 2012, 2016
S&W M&P 15 Armorer Course, 2013, 2019
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