Another Glass Question: Fixed vs. Variable

[texagun]

Sure. The VX-III (formerly Vari-X III) model dates back to the early 70's, making Leupold's newest model atleast 30 years old. The VX-II (formerly Vari-X II) is probably 50 years old technology. There have been alot of improvements in those 50 years, and many scopes made by other manufacturers in the same price range reflect these changes. Lest you think I am a Leupie basher, let me tell you here and now, I am not. I have several Vari-X III Leupold's and value them highly. However, all I am saying is, for the amount of money you will be paying for a dated VX-II scope, there are better options available. Just MHO.

Don

Thanks Don...I'm far from being an expert on scopes. I currently use all Leupolds on several rifles and have been very happy with them. I particularly like their lifetime warrantly, tho I've never had ocassion to use it. I have used VX-I's and VX-II's, and in practical use, I can see little difference between them. The VX-I seems to be an incredible bargain at $200. What is your opinion of the VX-I?

 

[USSR]

Tex,

They are the same scope. The VX-I is the old Vari-X II with it's friction W&E adjustments. The only difference between the VX-I and the VX-II are, on the VX-II the adjustments have been updated to modern click-type, and it has slightly better glass coatings. Leupold's warrantee is the best in the business, I only recommend that people looking to buy a Leupold save up a few $$$ more and buy a VX-III or Mark 4 model scope.

Don

 

[artherd]

I'd get a Mk IV scope. I've learned the hard way to stay away from cheap glass.

 

[bogie]

Weaver or Sightron. You'd be surprised at the number of benchresters who are shooting Sightrons...

 

[USSR]

The Sightron is a good scope. I am presently using a 6-24x42 in F Class on my 6.5x55, and it is quite serviceable in that role.

Don