I like everything about the SLC better than the NL. No glare, no RB, better looking, no goofy side load case, no goofy overdone adjustable strap, better armor, no goofy FP strap lugs, better eye cups and on top of it you can get them for 30% less than an NL. I bought my new SLC 8x56 for about $2K, and I consider it a real value at that price.