Leupold 2.5-8x36 VX-3i Riflescope, Matte Black with Duplex Reticle, 1" Tube Diameter

2026-03-27T20:00:00

I have used the 1. 5x5 for decades, from coyotes to deer, elk, mountain goats, and Dall Sheep in the Chugach Mountains. I've made shots from 20 yards to 400 yards. They've been bumped, under water, and several other challenging situations. They've kept their zero always. Why someone would want anything else for hunting is beyond me. I always kept mine set at 1. 5x for quick target acquisition, and used 5x if I had time and a shot was over 300 yards. My friend uses a 3x9 set at 9. I put him on a rock in Rand Colorado for elk. A bull and a cow appeared within 20 yards. All he could see was blurry hair. He could not make a shot before they disappeared in the brush. A 1. 5x5 set at 1. 5 would have worked. Also, no matter what happens to Leupold optics (except obvious damage like maybe being crushed by a boulder, I would guess) they fix them. I got sand in my 40 year old 10x25 binocs, sent them in and they came back in perfect condition. You can buy cheaper optics and that's what you'll get

Don

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2026-02-24T19:00:00

This scope is very durable. I have it on my 308 and it is clearest scope I own. I own 4 other leupold scopes, but this particular scope is the clearest by far. I shoot my rifle out at 600-800 yards and it is as clear as it is at 100 yards

Chris B.

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2026-01-13T19:00:00

Perfect fit for the Mark5 5x25x56!

alex o.

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2026-01-12T19:00:00

Excellent build quality and a must for long range hunting or shooting

Joaquin C.

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2026-01-12T19:00:00

Perfect!! Exactly what i needed

Jack M.

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2026-01-10T19:00:00

So I installed the Backcountry base on my . 300 win mag, with a Leupold 4. 5-14x50mm VX-3, so far it's a great combination and has allowed me around 14 moa adjustment up for longer shots.

Robert B.

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2026-01-09T19:00:00

Worked perfectly

Toby P.

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2025-12-11T19:00:00

have 2 of these looking for a third

gary d.

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2024-08-02T20:00:00

Great scope. It provides more quality than I expected. After using it, I'm baffled why it was discontinued.

Kit C.

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2021-07-28T20:00:00

I was a little late to the game on getting one of these scopes since it was discontinued. I was running a Vortex viper hst on my 26 Nosler for 6 years. Never liked the open R/L turret on it and its caused me a few poor placed or missed shots. I put a 6.5-20 LRP on it because it came with a better zero stop and a cap for the R/L turret. The glass is fantastic, zero stop is easy to set, and its lighter than the viper. I sited in to 1.5in high at a 100, was zeroed at 200, rang gongs from 300-500 with dailing then back to 100 to check to see if it came back to 1.5in high. It tracked perfectly. I wish it wasn't discontinued or I would pick one up for my 6.5PRC.

Jeff

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2021-02-19T19:00:00

I'm very impressed with the clarity from this scope. The magnification is amazing. I zoomed in on a cow 120 yards away, I was able to focus in and count the flies on her back. Wow! I would 100% buy this scope again.

W F.

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2021-02-06T19:00:00

Mounted on a Tikka T3X CTR in .308 Win. Perfect combination of magnification, weight, size. The Tikka is fast-handling and the Leupold VX3i 2.5-8x 36mm scope is a very effective complement. Most of my shooting is within 100 yards (never more than 150 yards) and this scope provided quick acquisition. I think a higher magnification would have hindered acquisition. Eric from your Sales Department gave a wonderful recommendation for Leupold rings to go with this scope. Altogether, very happy! Thank you.

Alex L.

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2021-02-06T19:00:00

Bought it for my weatherby vanguard badlands 6.5-300 . Perfect match

Eric O.

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2021-01-06T10:40:27

This scope is exactly what I was looking for and as advertised!

PAUL B.

2020-08-14T20:00:00

This scope is excellent out to 500 yards and the last few minutes of your evening hunt.

Rex

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2020-08-14T20:00:00

Put this on my new rifle and and got zeroed so far. Worked on the zero on another rifle with a different brand of scope, with comparable features, at the same time and the quality of the leupold scope was "CLEARLY" better, see what I did there? Setting the zero stop was effortless, and the amount of light this lets in is fantastic. I can't say enough good things about the leupold scope and their great customer service. I will use nothing but leupold form now on! # sweepstakes #betterthantherest #getoutandhunt

Brennan

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2020-08-09T20:00:00

I have several other Leupold scopes but this new one is by far the brightest and clearest.

Jim

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2020-08-08T20:00:00

Purchased for my hunting rifle I recently bought.

Albert

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2020-08-07T20:00:00

It's on my AR varmit model and shoot ground hogs at long distances. Love it!

Sheldon

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2020-08-04T20:00:00

I am putting this scope on my M1A Super Match and wanted a quality scope for it, that fits my budget. Of all the different manufacturers, I found Leupold to be the best for the money I spent. The scope I chose will be able to find its target, and with its large magnification, will let me see beyond, which is important to anyone shooting. I am looking forward to my next time shooting with this combination.

Jim

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2020-07-27T20:00:00

Love how bright and clear this scope is especially in low light conditions. Quality is top-notch as to be expected from Leupold. Have it on a Tikka T3x CTR.

Chris

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2020-07-26T20:00:00

I have this on a Savage 12 in .308. Good clarity at longer distances. Lack of a zero stop is the only thing that keeps it from being 5 stars.

rodi53

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2020-07-23T20:00:00

This scope does as excellent job of collecting light and the clarity at all magnifications is superb. It is mounted on a Ruger Hawkeye Hunter 204. The marriage of the two has created a tack driver. Yes I would buy again.

James

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2020-07-20T20:00:00

I use this Scope on my 25-06 Remington 700. Love the impact-60 Reticle, works great for holdovers and varmint shooting. I have had zero issues with the scope. I am rough on the rifle and the zero holds true. Love the knob and the turrets.

Ricky

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2020-07-03T20:00:00

The elevation turret is terrible made of plastic and feels very cheap.

Kirk

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2020-06-28T20:00:00

It's clear and crisp. Competition includes caps sunshade with similar scope. That would make it a better deal. Reticle would be better if it were proportionately larger. I like the scope but it's not perfect. Also competition warrantee covers any damage to scope regardless of how it happened or what or who caused it. That would be great if you could get that on a Leupold. You'd probably sell a lot more of them

Daniel

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2020-06-28T20:00:00

Really clear crisp view easy use will buy again

Adam

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2020-06-20T20:00:00

Another great product made in America!! very clear pulls in a lot of light for early morning shots. zero stop is a BIG plus. very pleased with this one, the FFP made a big difference as i get older.

Charles

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2020-06-16T20:00:00

Great scope. Phenomenal clarity and focus.

Clinton

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2020-06-15T20:00:00

Better than expected

Ryan

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