Leupold - VX-III, Vari X III, & VX3 - difference? Are these the same scope or 3 differnt scopes? Looking on Ebay and it's getting confusing because I'm looking to purchase a scope for my dad soon. Thanks.
Definitely three different scopes. Do your homework on this one. I just bought a new VX-3 and IMO it is definitely a big improvement. Just my opinion. But I have had dozens of Leupold scopes. Especialy the erector system as noted above. My new one tracks perfectly. And that is a refreshing change for Leupold(IMO) VX models. Tom.
I just bought a brand new Leupold VX-3 in a 4.5X14X40 with the CDS dial for $500. I would have a hard time paying $400+ for the old style. When for less than $100 more I would get the new model with the dial I want.
Originally Posted By: howlingWould a vari x III used and in nice condition be worth $428?
My initial response is no...compare the price to a VXII that is a more comparable scope. Quite awhile back I traded a Foxpro caller for a "VX-III" scope, you can imagine my reactoin when I got ready to mount it and read VariX III on the scope.
I just bought a VX-3 in a 4.5X14X40 as well for just over $500 at a local small town gun shop. I thought it was a great deal. It was with no CDS though.