In the world of long-range hunting, the goal is to easily locate and swiftly engage distant targets successfully with each shot. Easier said than done! Why? Obstacles between the shooter and the targets are vast. They can include extreme distances, where today's, cartridges are pushed well beyond their intended limits. They may also include hidden targets, switching winds and poor and harsh lighting - never a good thing. To overcome these obstacles, it will test every parameter of the riflescope's capability. You may not be able to control the conditions, but you can certainly adjust for them based upon your choice of a riflescope.