Leupold VX-1 3-9 X 40 opinions

[Kevan]

As the title states I'm looking for opinions on the Leupold VX-1 scope.
I can get one for a pretty good deal and just wondering if they are a good glass for a light recoiling rifle,
Any thoughts / opinions appreciated...

 

[nomad 68]

They are decent. I find a definite difference in clarity between it and a vx2 but for the right price.........

 

[IronCanadian]

Just make sure it's a vx1 and not a vxI they are not the same. The vxI is the predecessor.

 

[Cgfns]

They are not bad for the price.
Similar to new redfields.
Get a deal, try it out, if unhappy pass a deal along to someone else.

CGF

 

[kamlooky]

Have a couple tree 'round here.
Prefer them to the 3200's.
I suppose on comparison, the VXI verses the VXII would amass as
comparing the Bushnell 3200 to the 4200.

If there was a choice between either of these scopes, the Leupold would get my grip.

 

[Kevan]

I can pick it up for $ 299.00 so maybe not too shabby ??

 

[nomad 68]

I can pick it up for $ 299.00 so maybe not too shabby ??

That really isn't all that much of a deal Imo. I hope it isn't used lol.

 

[LeftFootOfDoom]

imo, move up to at least the vxii or even better vx2 series, higher the series the better the glass etc. The vx2 was featured in their jackhammer video.

 

[Northman999]

I like vx1 scopes and they can be very reasonably priced when on sale.

They are much tougher than Eilite 3200's IMO, which are often similarly priced.

 

[Bobbum Man]

I've mount a vx-1 3-9 x 40 on a savage mkii. Bought it on sale, very happy with it but kind of wishing I went with a touch more magnification.

 

[fergie.17]

I can pick it up for $ 299.00 so maybe not too shabby ??

a few places have them new for 250$

 

[Pat Brennan]

A list of those places would be helpful, thanks.

 

[The Kurgan]

I have a VX2 on one of my rifles... very nice. VX1's also very good.

 

[Freedom shooter]

I like this scope, bought one about 10 months ago on sale for $225. Was going to get the vx2 but when I came across this deal I jumped on it and haven't looked back, sure the vx2 is better but for the money I'm quite happy with the vx1.

 

[rl4930]

I have the 3-9 VX-2 CDS. It's a pretty nice scope. I haven't checked the tracking on it yet. The glass is good. I had an old scope chief on the gun before and I think it may have been a little better. The glass is no where near my sightron scopes. But they have an adjustable parallax, so I'm not sure that's a fair comparison. Either way, I'm happy with mine. If that helps.

 

[Bigfoot 870]

Just make sure it's a vx1 and not a vxI they are not the same. The vxI is the predecessor.

Are you suggesting that the new series is better than the old series? To the point that he should avoid the old series? If so, why? (Both would have a lifetime warranty, I expect.)

 

[nomad 68]

Are you suggesting that the new series is better than the old series? To the point that he should avoid the old series? If so, why? (Both would have a lifetime warranty, I expect.)

Light gathering capabilities on the original are not very good at all.

 

[The Outsider]

Dont cheap out when buying optics. The VX1 looks nice when looking through it at the store,but under low light conditions in the field, you may not tell how many points a deer has at a distance.
I had that exact experience several years ago.
I'd buy a VX11.

 

[jakebrake]

Th new vx1 is the same as the older vx2 it now has multi coat 4 coatings.I have 4 new model vx1 and they are great scopes I think they are the best scope made for the money.The difference between leupold and the other brands in its price range is that they hold zero.

 

[Bigfoot 870]

Light gathering capabilities on the original are not very good at all.

I didn't know that. Any idea what year they switched from the roman numeral series, to the new "numbered" series?