It takes a little training. But optics are definitely better, in trained hands, with proper installation and maintenance.
I’d never voluntarily go back to iron.
While it takes some practice to be consistent using an optic, surprisingly, using optics only improves fundamentals and in no way...
Thanks to help here, it appears to be a vari-x III, 4.5-14x50 Long Range. Will likely list once I figure out a reasonable price. Thanks for the assist.