Sid
I will not argue the points you have made - as I am only interested in this scope for longer range work and you have posted your experiences. On that basis, daylight hours sight picture and light gathering has always proved excellent. Lowlight long range shooting is not ethical and not on my agenda!
I am generally unconvinced by the manufacturer's sales blurb. However, they include pages of unsolicited user letters which should reassure any potential purchaser. The letters are in line with my experience.
I have also seen independent reviews in which the lowlight capabilities were found to be better than many other scopes - costing considerably more. Your experiences vary.
Excellent value for money we both agree - ideal for a 'Tightwad' like myself.
Rgds Ian