We can, with Bright & Clear conscience, recommend to you Nikon Scopes.  Especially if you are considering VX-I, VX-II, Rifleman and lower-end VX-III Scopes.  Nikon has brighter and clearer glass than Leupold for the same money spent.  Leupold makes a more handsome,  cosmetic and thicker scope as far as the outside housing and Leupold has a wider selection of fun and clever gadgets you can buy.  BUT, if it is the quality of the actual optics (the glass) that matters most to you, please take a look at the , Nikon, Trijicon and Zeiss Riflescopes.  Nikon, maker of fine cameras, also employs a superior optic process in their riflescopes.  Their strongest suit is the amount of quality you get in their less expensive lines, under $610.  In the US, we always steer customers towards the Monarch and Buckmasters lines over VX-I, VX-II and Rifleman.  Their tactical line is also of worthy recommendation for Long-Range shooters.