Some recent threads here sing the praises of the Unertl target scopes. 22 target rifle that mounts a Lyman Targetspot scope in 15X. Its a 25X and its good but no Unertl IMHO. I have one STS currently, out at Parsons for a look see. bobBob, I have shot and owned both and have yet to find a Lyman STS with a good a set of optic as a Unertl. I'd spend $1000 on a Leupold competition, good bases and rings and even drilling and tapping a receiver before I'd drop the same amount on a Lyman STS or Unertl. You did not ask but good modern scopes are far superior to any of the older barrel mounted long tube units. Price on them tends to increase with magnification, the 25X bringing the higher prices. If you obtain a Lyman STS in reasonable condition it can indeed be a goodperformer.

The big (and newer vintage) Unertls are a different story and have slightly superior optics and mechanics along with lots more weight. In my opinion the Lyman STS is superior to the older Unertl scopes of similar design. What parts remain are likely in his possession and he does rehabilitate, repair and adjust these scopes.

Gil Parsons at Parsons scope service bought all remaining stock from Lyman when they discontinued production.

Lyman SuperTargetSpot scopes are no longer being s been many many years since the last production.

Unertl spotting scope