So after looking through the nightforce and the Steiner, I chose the Steiner. It's adjustments were much more sound, firm, clear clicks where the NSX was great but not as firm or positive as the Steiner. I did some more searching and found the steiner Military 3-12x56 with true zero stop, 34mm tube, large objective (56mm) Brand new on line for 1200.00!!!. I now own it.
The lit reticle is sick, the first 7 settings are for night time use and are unbelievably dim which I need. No blooming in the dark. IT gathers a tremendous amount of light, my Leupolds do not compare in daylight, or dark. It's heavy at nearly 38 oz. But I think I can deal with that. I will post a pick of the whole set up once the rifle is finished. Thanks for all of the info guy's. I really appreciate it.
JJ.