Went ahead and got the M Tactical 3-12x42SF. Here’s some pictures side by side my primary arms 4-14x44 FFP acss.
First impressions are nice and it’s not very heavy. Glass is clear and reticle is crisp. Adjustments are tactile and positive however the windage and elevation adjustment notches don’t quite line up but that’s neither here nor there for a scope I got for $339. I can’t wait to finish this build and get time behind the scope. Thanks for the recommendations everyone