Yes. I use vx 3's on all of my hunting rifles.

 

Yes, Leupold scopes are that good. Burris are that good too. Schmidt and Bender are that GOOD.
Leupold and Burris are made in America and are excellent for the price, I own several and all have been subjected to severe conditions in the field and never let me down.
I never owned any of the super high end German scopes but I have examined and compared the view against Leupolds and Burris, the light gathering ability of these is truly astounding and VERY noticeable when compared to Leupolds, Burris, Nikon and such. The down side is that they are very, very expensive and although, in my opinion, worth every penny, they are completely out of my budget.
Let me clarify the last statement. If I was to own only one or two rifles, I would install these German scopes on them. Since I cannot help but to crazily accumulate many rifles, I cannot justify nor afford the thousands of dollars that they are worth.
The idea of owning just one or two rifles of the highest quality makes sense as well. I know a few friends who do so and are very, very happy. It's just not my style.
I hope this helps.
JC

 

Yes. Leupold is currently the only scope manufacturer in my opinion. I have over 20 Leupold's spanning from the 1970's to the present, and I've never had a problem. I even named my dog Leupold.

 

Yes leupold is that good, burris is also good but burris has some oddball reticles that may or may not work for your application.
I would buy either one depending on whether or not I liked the reticle.

 

I started shooting about 25 years ago. I could afford tasco and redfield. They were good scopes. Don't get me wrong. A buddy lent me a leulold vari XIII and let me compare them side by side. Things like bullet holes that I could see at 10x with the tasco I could easily see at 3x with the leulold. Looking thru dusk conditions I would stop with the tasco I could still see with the leupy. It extends my hunt 40 minute during the day. Then I started shooting long range. Counting and reading drop and the tasco could not track true. If you spun the turret 12 minutes it might be 8 and it might be 14. Rotate back and it's off more. With leulold its dead on every time. That's a lo of confidence when taking that 400 yard shot after making an adjustment from a 200yard zero.
They are worh every penny. But hey, It's like a cheap micrometer. If you don't need the precision there is no need to spend the money on the quality.

 

I use the Riflemans 2x7 33mm on 5 of them and a V3 on one and they are pretty similar not sure the V3 is worth that much more. But yes Leupold is that good.
Nightforce is the top of the line but unless you are shooting 1000yds plus or a Special OPs sniper that lives by it.

Leupold, Nikon, Burris all work nicely.

 

I think there are many good scopes out there to choose from today, but I do swear by my Leupold. I've had the same one on my 30-06 (3x9) for some 27 years now without a single issue or adjustments needed; I've used it a lot and in all kinds of weather too, (not to mention a couple of drops over all those years). Way back then some hunting buddies of mine gave me a hard time in camp for the money spent compared to what they were using, but not anymore as time has passed. I only wish it had the matte finish instead of being glossy like it is, but not that big a deal. I've always remembered something my Dad used to say when I was young, that in the long run, "if money is an issue, buy a cheaper rifle and get a good scope." Anyway, I guess I'm saying they are worth it to me, and think Dad was right, ha!

 

Are Leupold Scopes Really as good as people say? The reason I ask is that any time anyone posts a "What scope should I get?" thread on a forum at least half or more of the responses are to get this or that model of Leupold. Moreover, usually the OP will state a budget, and ask about 2 or 3 scopes within their budget, and half the responses will.still be to get a Leupold that costs twice as much.

Now, don't get me wrong again all. I tend to wait and buy good stuff when I can afford it, rather than buying something cheaper right now.

So, I guess I'm more curious than anything to know this. In the future, if I'm scope shopping are Leupolds worth the extra cost?

YES THEY ARE THAT GOOD! If you want a less expensive Leupold made scope--get the Redfield Revolution series. And yes REDFIELD SCOPES ARE THAT GOOD!

 

YUP, they are in my book! I own many different scopes, Weaver, Bushnell, Nikon, Burris, Redfield, BUT I truly love my Leupys!!!!
I want to buy a Zeiss next, they have some Sweeeeet glass!


Blood

 

When I worked for a military contractor who built sniper rifles on Rem 700 actions for various governmental agencies the boss never swayed from using Leupold products. I took his advice over twenty five years ago and have never looked back. Warranty service is unconditional and absolute. If they were a woman, they would be covetted for their loyalty to their customers. I do have some old steel Weavers I won't part with and love my Burris Scout Scope with a German three post reticle. AC

 

As everyone else so far has said "Yes they are that good!". I use several different makes of scopes on my rifles, but the highest percentage of scopes I own are the 25 (+/-) Leupolds I now have. I see people all the time that do not use Leupolds say they do not think they are worth the extra $$ (that they did NOT spend). However, in all my years of shooting, I don't think I've ever heard a person say, "I wish I hadn't spent the extra $$ on a Leupold".

I'll slightly modify an old quote from Col. Townsend Whelen which went something like this: "A 30/06 is never a bad choice!" to "A Leupold scope is never a bad choice!". :biggrin:

 

I like Leupold also but am not married to them. I have a 2-7 power Redfield Revolution, also.

I think there are many fine scope manufacturers out there. I choose Leupold because they are not only solid but have an unconditional warrantee.

 

Ditto1958,

Your getting some good advice.

Here's some other Info to consider:

1) Leupold Scopes are Mfg in the USA so purchasing them helps the US Economy.

2) Leupolds CUSTOMER SERVICE is 2nd to none with technically trained and educated Customer Service Reps.

3) Leupolds "VX-3" line of Scopes IS NOT their top of the line, the "VX-6" is. I know several people that own European optic's and have purchased Leupold VX-6's and claim they can match or even best some of the high dollars Euro optics. Of course it depends on the Brand & Model.

4) Leupold's choice of Reticles is fantastic. You can even pay a nominal fee and have a Leupold install a new Reticle in many of their scopes.

5) As someone mentioned, you will never get the true potential out of a $600-900 dollar Rifle with mediocre glass on it.

6) It's my experience in life that QUALITY products cost's on average twice as much.

7) I think an entry level Leupold Scope is better then a high end cheapo brand.

 

I love love love my leupold mark IV on my Remington 700, worth every penny I paid. It's an awesome scope if you can afford one

But IMO another great scope is a Nikon monarch, I have one on a .22, and it's almost as nice as the leupold for a lot less money. Worth paying extra for a monarch over the other entry level Nikon scopes. Great quality glass.

 

FWIW, the original post was not asking if Leupolds are the BEST scopes on the market; only asked if "they really are that good". I do own other high $$ scopes that I'd have to say are, overall, as good or better than all the Leupolds I own (my Leupolds top out at about $450), but for my $$, I always look to Leupold first for my best hunting scopes. There are, indeed, better scopes out there for bigger $$, but Leupold has always been an excellent choice for me and my hunting needs.

 

Hi, I recently called Burris to ask if their scopes are made in USA and was informed that just about all (not every model) are made over seas. I am saddened because I liked Burris but now I only buy USA.

 

I know a scope should not be used to spot something you are not sure of due to it being attached to a rifle that's pointing the same way, but.. When my rifle is empty and I cannot see due to it being to dark for my eyes prior to shooting light, I can look through my Leupold and it's as clear as if someone turned on the lights. They have great light gathering capabilities. Just like god binoculars, the definition comes out and objects can be separated out from the surroundings.

I have Nikon, Burris, Vortex, Leupold and others. I'm satisfied with my scopes for the firearm they are attached to. If it's not working out due to the quality you desire from a scope for the purpose it's being used for, it's time to upgrade.

Start out with a Leupold and you most likely won't change. My $.02

 

YES... They are that good. My pocket book does not allow me to purchase the VX-2 or VX-3, but I have found the Leupold Rifleman and VX-1 are worth the extra funds over cheaper scopes. The Leupold dependability and full lifetime warranty are very hard to beat.

Along time ago I was given the advise, " the gun is as only as good as its sighting system". Does that mean that I only use Leupold scopes... the answer is no. I do not see the placing a $200 scope on a gun worth less then the scope. But, when you are spending the money that Marlin lever guns are currently commanding, it makes the decision to buy a $200 scope much more realistic.

If you want to save a few bucks over a Leupold, I would suggest looking at the newer Redfield line of scopes. The Redfield name was acquired by Leupold and when you purchase one of today's Redfield scopes, you are basically buying a Leuplod. I have also had good luck with Nikon and Weaver.

But in the end, if I want a dependable scope for gun that has already set me back some serious funds, why not insure to mount a scope that complements the gun.

 

Yes.

 

So, ditto1958, go out and get your Leupold. End of the conversation.

 

Yes, the only scope I have that is not Leupold is a Redfield and it is fine for the money but cannot compare to a Leupold.

 

You have gotten some accurate answers. IMHO.... YES the Leupold scopes are that good. While I will agree they are the THE BEST, it is my go to brand for ALL of the reasons given beforehand. You will not be let down with a Leupy, especially the VX2 and vx3's

 

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Are Leupold Scopes Really That Good?
Yes

 

I don't understand the hesitation. They aren't THAT expensive. I just picked up a vx1 for $220. That isn't enough to fret over, and in my opinion a very good price for a very good scope. By the time you cut much off that price you're going to have a scope that you shouldn't even bother putting on your rifle. Either use iron sights or sell it.

Sometimes it does make sense to look at other brands, and if I can't get or afford a leupold for what I want I look at Redfield revolution or weaver. For instance, if you want a 3-9x 32 with adjustable objective for a rimfire you might want to pass on the $500 leupold and look at the $230 weaver rv9.

 

Leupold"s are tough to beat at their pricepoint. I've got a Guide scope and really like it. I also Have a Ziess Diavari 3x12x56 on my weatherby mark V 300mag, and a Swarovski 3x12x50 on the same in 270mag. As was said previously their light gathering ability is astounding,but for my Marlins that would be overkill! Leupold all the way!