Which would you choose? 4200 or VX-1

I would tell you to get a Redfield, same Loupold warrenty, cheaper price and a little better then a VXI from what I've seen. this alone is why my next scope is a 4-12x40 Redfield.

The 4200 is a great scope but warrenty is slow at times, I've been getting feedback as long as 3to4 months warrenty repair time this is not good. also warrenty is 25yrs. where loupold is lifetime / forever!!! you get what you pay for. *Note: I can't afford Loupold my job doesn't pay enough* That's why it's a Redfield this time around..
 
The Elite 4200 sports fully multi-coated lenses, rated at 95% light transmission.

The VX-I does not have fully multi-coated lenses, and is rated...according to email response Leupold sent me...at 88% light transmission.

The VX-I is not even in the same league as the 4200, which would be more evenly comparable to a VX-III.
 
The 4200 kicks the pants off the vxI. The 3200 and vxII are similar, and the vx3 is very similar to the 4200 for brightness and clearness. I haven't had the issues with my 4200's that others speak of, but some of these guys put a lot of rounds down range and say the Leupolds stand up better. Mine are used for hunting, and I love them. I may get a vx3 for my next scope, at cabelas in the US they're around $480 and the 4200 is $430, so the price diff isn't too bad.
 
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NorthernPF said:
So assuming I can get a deal when I go purchase my rifle on Saturday, If I could afford the VX-II would that be a much better choice?
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Once again I ask...what is your intended use for the firearm you plan on putting it on? What power range, tube size, features etc are you looking for? Hard to recommend something for you if we don't know what you're intending to use it for... :confused:

Seeing where this thread is heading, I might as well add my experiences regarding 'L' vs 'B'...I have several of both brands and haven't had a lick of trouble from any of them. This includes several VX3's, a few VXII's, a couple of 3200's, a 4200, a pair of Legends and an old VariX II. Never a single problem, not one. These scopes are attached to rifles firing cartridges ranging from .17M2 on up to the new 'King'- a .375 Ruger ;)
 
mikeyb said:
The VX-1 compares more to the 3200 series (and Burris Fullfield II, and Sightron SI, and Nikon Buckmasters) in my experience. The 4200 would be a step up from there.
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I would not put a 3200 in the same group as a Burris FFII, the Burris is much clearer in low light situations, which is a big factor if the scope is to be used in hunting situations.
 
heavyBullet said:
I would not put a 3200 in the same group as a Burris FFII, the Burris is much clearer in low light situations, which is a big factor if the scope is to be used in hunting situations.
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Simple fact is they all cost about the same amount, at least last I checked (3200, VX-1, Fullfield II, Buckmasters). I agree the Burris offers the best optics in that range, however.
 
If you put a 4200 on a .375 H&H you're going to end up with blood on your face. Take that to the bank.
It's no secret that I'm not a Bushnell fan, but if you go that route avoid the 4200 3-9. That particular scope is the lame duck in the line-up.
You've given the choice as between the VX-1 and the 4200. Personally I wouldn't use either one for your application, spend a couple extra bucks and at least move up to a VX-11 in the 350-400 range
It really isn't that hard to find VX-111s and VX-3s for under $600.

The 3-9ish power range is a solid choice.
 
Of the options, Elite 4200 2.5-10 WAY better scope then the 3-9 4200.

But you are going to need serious eye relief with your cannon.

have a look at the specs for the Sightron SII Big Sky and SIII products. I have not used scope with more eye relief and the optics are brilliant.

I use them on my f class rigs and tracking has been superb. No idea how they would stand up to a cannon though but they are well built scopes.

Jerry
 
4200 2.5-10x40 you will not find a scope to compare for the money hands down. They are far better glass than a VX-II and IMO are as good as glass as a VX-III. 4200's are recoil tested to the equivalent of 10'000rds of 375HH for QC before being shipped. They don't break down, they just work. Leupold are overpriced unless you like to pay extra just for a name, kinda like Harleys overpriced for yesterdays technology.
 
look for a vx lll in the EE for that cannon. 4200 2.5-10 would be fine but the leupy a bit better. I have bought several used vx 11's for under $200 you should be able to find one for a good price. One had to go back for warranty, came back like new.
 
Look at Vortex products. Great glass, and best warranty in the business by far. Prices are around the same as Bushnell.
Bushnell's are terrible and warranty is a joke. I have a scope that needs repair and its a 2 month wait, Vortex is around 3-4 weeks turn around. I have a pair of Vortex Vultures I bought and the eye cup are a bit loose, I called Vortex Canada and they said send them in and they will give me loaner pair while mine are gone. That is what customer service is all about.
I was down in Montana a few months back and looked at some Sightrons. They were very nice but comparing them with the higher end Vortex but in my eyes I prefered the Vortex ...to each his own though.

Cheers!!
 
If serious eye relief is what you want then I would take a look at the Burris products. I have one of the older signature series on my 7x57, a 2-8 x 33, a real beauty in opinion. The 3-9 FullfieldII has very good eye relief and nice clear glass.
No sure why but Burris products seem to be over looked by a great many scope buyers. FS
 
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