BevJ, I am currently in the scope market and looked at an 82ED two days ago and was thoroughly impressed. I would love to hear more about your scope. Thank you, TomSadly you are too far away as I’m offering for sale my 2 year old gently used 82ED. It’s just too powerful for what I want to do. If you decide on the Nikon you won’t be disappointed.
Mine came with the zippered cover which is a pain, and I also acquired the car window mount which is well worth the money.