Per your request...post 'em up!
Revisiting this after more drills, I've found the QRP's knob gets in the way when trying to manipulate the bolt release. This happens about 10% of the time, even more-so when slapping the release with the butt of my hand. Not so much an issue when hitting the release with my thumb.Haven't seen this up here so thought I'd chime in...these can be had for mid $300s on ebay or the like, just make sure you're getting an authentic model!
Pros:
It's an Aimpoint... indestructible, waterproof, etc. Battery and lens covers really help to keep this thing impervious to water, sand, dirt.
Never had to rezero - the rifle was dropped, thrown in the back of our Gators/Jeeps, mount was removed and reinstalled countless times. Shot same place, every time.
Amazing battery life - I'd flip the front and rear covers closed and forget to turn it off. Week or so later would flip em up and the red dot would still be blazing. Whoops.
Night vision - the first several clicks are not discernible with the naked eye, but nice to have if using nvgs
Mount - just as tough as the optic...while it wasn't high enough for lower 1/3 co-witness it was perfect for absolute with my Troy and KAC micro BUIS. Over-tightening was never an issue was the mount works like a torque wrench, just tighten til it clicks
4MOA dot - I liked it for this application, it might've been a bit large with a magnifier...I never got to try one on it.
Cons:
The factory mount with this knob may snag on gear. Most I expect will swap out for a 1/3 QD anyway
I've owned one USO and two Nightforce over the years (unfortunately I don't own either right now). You'll get no argument from me about the customer service at USO. The people were very friendly and helpful to work with (outstanding customer service to be honest), and you certainly get the scope custom made to your specs. My question for you is on your other comment, durability. Is this percieved or real? The USO certainly feels bombproof, and heavy to boot. But do you have any experience that shows they are actually more durable than Nightforce? I ask this because the anecdotal stories I've heard from people using these two scope brands overseas is that the oposite is true. From what I've heard (and it's completely hearsay), is that USO's have had more failures than Nightforce in combat conditions.Im sold on US Optics.
Nightforce has GREAT glass and adjustments but I prefer the durability and customer service of US Optics