Looking at the stats on Optics-Trade.eu the Amplus and Magnus are made in Germany while the Fortis is Portugal. On this last review I believe the Amplus is a little shorter, so I would prefer the longer tube for the larger action. The Fortis seems to be the clone of the Magnus. The Magnus sells in the $2300 CDN range, Fortis about $1600 and the Amplus is the $1300. I am wondering if the only difference between the Fortis and Magnus is in the country of manufacture.
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That's a good article, thanks. I was using the "compare" feature on the website to see the differences. Using that feature gives some different information.Well... this is not my read:
Where are Leica Riflescopes Made? - Optics Trade Blog
Leica is one of the oldest and most successful names in the ecosystem of sports optical products. The company also produces binoculars, riflescopes, microscopes, lenses, ophthalmic lenses.
SERIES ORIGIN
Presently, Leica produces riflescopes in both Germany and Portugal. We have categorized all Leica riflescopes based on where they were produced.
Made in Germany
The following Leica riflescopes are manufactured at the well-known Wetzlar production facility. They are branded with “Made in Germany” to let prospective customers know they are getting the best of German engineering.
Magnus i
Magnus is Leica’s premium line of riflescopes that are designed for the most challenging situations. Originally unveiled in 2011, the Magnus line is equipped with a number of high-end features, such as 6x zoom, high-performance mechanics, auto on/off illuminated reticle, up to 91% light transmittance, excellent contrast ratio, high-fidelity colours, parallax-free on the distance of 100m, Nitrogen waterproofing, and resilient, uni-body construction. The word “Magnus” which is Latin for “wide” was strategically used to emphasize the ultra-wide field of view of the series. Furthermore, all outer surfaces of lenses are coated with Leica’s signature AquaDura coating, which protects exposed glass surfaces from dirt, water droplets, and accidental scratches.
A robust design and high-end optics allow the Magnus to be used anywhere, from driven hunts to low-light pursuits and long-range shots. Knobs are designed in a way to ensure easier operation even with gloves. Reticle illumination comes with 60 levels and the riflescope is fitted with a position sensor to automatically switch off the illumination when pointing upwards, downwards, or placed upside-down. Moreover, the zeroing of the scope can be carried out by simply pressing the turret and turning.
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PRS
The PRS is a relatively newer product from Leica and is equipped with several premium features, such as a 90 mm eye relief, large exit pupil, above 90% light transmittance, AquaDura coating, Nitrogen waterproofing, high-performance mechanics, parallax adjustment from 20m to infinity, sharp contrast levels, and a compact, ergonomic design with 34 mm main tube. Designed primarily for long-range shooting, the PRS is packed with a 6x optical zoom and an incredible 30x magnification. Therefore, if long-distance shooting is what you looking for, PRS is the first Leica riflescope in MIL/MIL class.
The PRS riflescope is only available in a brilliant 5-30x56 configuration. Three reticle options are available: L-4a, L-Ballistic, and L-PRB - all in First Focal Plane.
Made in Portugal
The following Leica riflescopes are produced exclusively in the Famalicao factory. Consequently, these products feature the “Made in Portugal” branding to stand out from German-made riflescopes.
Fortis 6
The Fortis 6 is a masterpiece in the 6x zoom class of premium riflescopes. Whether it is stalking or a driven hunt, the Fortis 6 is designed to outperform its competition with a range of world-class features, starting with a long 90 mm eye relief, parallax-free at 100m, large exit pupil, an unparalleled field of view (44m at 1x), high-performance mechanics, protective AquaDura coating, and a second focal plane for the reticle. Another interesting feature is the auto on/off reticle illumination, which uses a sensor to switch on and off illumination to save power.
Fortis 6 comes in a lightweight and compact 30 mm main tube, which is made using high-quality raw materials to prevent damage to internal optics from accidental falls. Additionally, Nitrogen fog and waterproofing come standard in all Leica riflescopes.
Fortis is available in 1-6x24i, 2-12x50i, and 2.5-15x56i optical configurations. A rail option is available for all models, while the BDC turret option is only available for 2-12x50i, and 2.5-15x56i models.
Amplus 6
The 6x optical zoom has become a gold standard in most of Leica’s hunting riflescopes. The Amplus 6 is another entry into the world of premium Leica devices with a design to perform during driven hunts as well as low-light hunting. The riflescope is equipped with an excellent field of view and an exceptionally large exit pupil for its class, making it the perfect choice for both beginners and experienced hunters.
The Amplus 6 comes in lightweight and shockproof Aluminum housing, which enables hunters to focus on the game without getting tired. Additional features include Nitrogen waterproofing, AquaDura multi-coating, high-performance mechanics, parallax-free from 20 m to infinity, and a second focal plane for illuminated reticle.
The Amplus 6 comes in 1-6x24i, 2.5-15x50i, and 2.5-15x56i configurations with L-4a reticle. A BDC turret option is also available (except for the 1-6x24i model). These are the most affordable rifle scopes produced by Leica.
ER LRS
After nearly 50 years, Leica re-joined the riflescope business with the unveiling of ER riflescope in 2009. The original riflescope was re-designed in 2013 to incorporate premium features, such as 4x optical zoom, 91% light transmittance rate, amazing contrast ratio, a long 10cm eye relief, auto on/off reticle illumination, a second focal plane for the reticle, adjustable parallax from 50m to infinity, and multi-coated lenses. ER comes in a compact, one-piece construction with shock-proofing and Nitrogen waterproofing. Equipped with high-performance mechanics, this riflescope can withstand the most powerful recoils without any problem.
ER is only available in an unilluminated 6.5-25x56 configuration and comes standard with BDC turrets with zero stop function. ER comes with multiple reticle options, L-4a, L-Ballistic, and Magnum Ballistic.
Tempus ASPH Red Dot Sight
Although different than a riflescope, the Tempus red dot sight is a wonderful attachment to hunting rifles for speedy shots on any running game, whether during driven hunts or steady pursuits. The sight comes is equipped with an aspheric lens, which ensures brilliant light transmittance and a crisp and well-lit image of the red dot. Additionally, the lens provides high-quality imaging with wonderful contrast and vivid colours, so even without magnification, you do not miss any details of the wildlife during challenging situations.
The red spot can be changed between 12 intensity levels and features an automatic switch-off feature to save battery. The sight is milled from a single piece of Aluminum metal, which keeps the weight to a bare minimum as well as protects the glass surface.
Tempus red-dot sight is available in two red spot sizes, 2.0 and 3.5. A protection cover prevents damage to the housing or internals in case of an accidental fall.
