Hi Carpediem

If you have a look at my post "Mauser 404" in the Mauser Rifles Forum and Archive section you will see the exact same Leupold you have, set up in a 'semi' scout position on my Mauser bolt rifle. Personally I would go with your idea of seeing if Leupold could fit another reticule in your scope. Agree the fine cross hair is probably not the best for game shooting but it is good for shots on paper. The German style reticule with four thick posts and a fine cross hair in the centre would be ideal. I would be interested myself to follow that path if Leupold could supply. Please let us know if you have any luck with this.