Here is what I just received back from optics planet saying the product is discontinued, which is very hard to believe...

If anyone knows where these are in stock, or coming shortly, would appreciate a heads up.

Greetings from OpticsPlanet.com!

Thank you for your order. We sincerely apologize, but we have just found out that the item you ordered:
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Nikon P-223 3-9x40 Rifle Scope, Matte Black, w/ BDC 600 Reticle, w/ Nikon P-Series Scope Mount w/ Rings 826 $224.90 Nikon P-Series Scope Mount w/ Rings 826 $0.00 Nikon P-223 3-9x40 Rifle Scope, Matte Black, w/ BDC 600 Reticle 8497 $0.00 ==================================================================
has been discontinued. We tried to locate any remaining stock at our distributors, but without success.