I spoke Leupold today and I was told that the 2.5-8 is NOT an etched reticle and that the FX2 4X is mechanically stronger than a scope with zoom drive.
All they can say is "we'll fix it when it fails"
The Nikon is discontinued and Burris won't install custom turrets.
So I guess I will just keep the damn thing. Good thing I have three other units that ride around in the hard case...just in case.
I'll follow up with how many rounds it lasts for this time, just in case anyone is curious.

Thanks.