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2025-09-07T20:00:00
Absolutely love the glass as it is as sharp as it gets for a scope in this price range. My only complaint would be I prefer to have the elevation turret with a screw-on cover. Highly recommend this scope and will be switching all my other scopes to Leupold.
Russ K.
2025-09-06T20:00:00
These are the best scopes I've ever owned
Kim R.
2025-09-06T20:00:00
Purchased this for a Marlin XT-17. Not horrible but I think I would have preferred the standard 3-9x40 Hunt Plex. I feel the glass is clearer on the Hunt Plex.
Thomas A.
2025-09-05T20:00:00
Crystal clear, bright optic that is absolutely precise. Great scope at a great price. Can't say enough about Leupold gear and warranties.
j m.
2025-09-05T20:00:00
Very clear especially for the price point. No issues and would recommend to anyone looking for a rimfire scope
Byron H.
2025-09-04T20:00:00
I put the scope on a 45-70 lever action rifle. I want it for short distance and quick view of the target area. So far I have no complaints about the scope but I wish you had an app for reference of drop for different loads and calibers. Unless I can't find the app.
Jeremy S.
2025-08-30T20:00:00
Leupold always makes good optics this is no exception I have on ruger 10/22 excellent love the scope .
Justin H.
2025-08-25T20:00:00
Best rimfire scope out there!
Bailey W.
2025-08-25T20:00:00
Great scope. Lightweight, short, and perfect for a 10/22 takedown. Very clear glass.
Paul W.
2025-08-20T20:00:00
Got this scope , from Midway USA, it came very quickly, and arrived, in great shape. Love this scope, I have 20 more leupold scopes , but this is my favorite. Thank you Leupold, for a wonderful product, and a amazing company
Ricky G.
2025-08-15T20:00:00
All advertisement said it came with a cds system but thes is incorrect
Frederick R.
2025-08-15T20:00:00
Bought it for my 450, sighted it in several times, it was dead on then I went to shoot it again it was 4 to 6 inches high. It would never stay sighted in. We tried it on another gun and the same issue. Trying to get the scope sent back in to get checked out and customer service isn't the best. Not very impressed with the scope and customer service
Jay
2025-08-12T20:00:00
Great scope I would say brighter than my vx2 scopes
John L.
2025-08-11T20:00:00
High quality sturdy build.
Mitchell C.
2025-08-08T20:00:00
Crystal clear scope and I feel confident in the scope as always with Leupold products.
Anthony P.
2025-08-04T20:00:00
Scope came in a timely manner. Scope glass clear with no distortion. Power adjustment ring turned smoothly. Basically what I would except from Leopold. They continue to make a great product. I've been using them for over twenty years and have always find the product living up to my exceptions.
Miles B.
2025-08-01T20:00:00
Very happy with this scope on a . 22 long rifle
Joseph T.
2025-07-27T20:00:00
For this end of the Leupold line up this is a fine scope. I have owned a Vari X iii 1. 5-5x for years and would have bought another if still produced. This is nice too. Well worth the price. I like that it isn't overly modernized in outward appearance. The zoom ring is a bit modern but functional. It's hard to find a sporting scope that isn't three quarters a tactical timmy scope that looks out of place on older classic rifles. Sometimes less is more!
Thomas W.
2025-07-24T20:00:00
I have always used leupold bases and scopes. This scope was a great addition to my son's ruger 10/22.
Robert M.
2025-07-09T20:00:00
Clear picture. Tough. Camped for a week and drove on rough roads. Stayed accurate while bouncing around the cab.
Coletin D.
2025-07-07T20:00:00
I am verry pleased with the quality and performance of this scope.
Michael H.
2025-07-07T20:00:00
This scope is an amazing addition to our many Leupold optics!!!
Bill T.
2025-07-07T20:00:00
Lightweight and crystal clear
Jeff S.
2025-07-05T20:00:00
Exactly what I needed for a Grendel project. One of many Leupold products that I own.
Robert B.
2025-07-01T20:00:00
Took my new scope on a bear hunt to Alaska. Long story short, after I fell 40 feet off a cliff and my scope hit slate rock on the fall, my scope still held a perfect zero and I took a huge Black Bear with my . 300 Win Mag. These scopes are tough! Even with rain, cold and falling from a cliff? the scope was clear and held zero perfectly! Well Done!
James G.
2025-07-01T20:00:00
I own several rifles that are set up for Scout scopes, and as such have purchased a number of IER optics over the last 20 years. In that time the Leupolds have always been the top of the top of the heap for brightness, build quality, field of view, and light weight. I purchased this one to replace a perfectly functional scope from a competing brand because I didn't trust it to come to Africa. This scope, mounted to a sporterized Mauser, made the trip just fine. Only note; every set up is different, but at 4x an additional inch of eye relief would be nice.
Douglas B.
2025-07-01T20:00:00
I have two of the VX-Freedom 3-9X40 350 Legend and I love them so needless to say I got one for my 450. Of course it's a Leupold so it works amazing. Definitely recommend them!
Randy O.
2025-06-29T20:00:00
There are scopes that cost more, but there are none better.
Ronald G.
2025-06-23T20:00:00
It's awesome
Mark K.
2025-06-22T20:00:00
I have always been a faithful Leupold user. This is just another example of these great quality products. Lifetime Leupold Fan!
Jerry K.
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Matte Black
3-9x
40mm
1" (25.4mm)
Duplex
33.7-13.6' / 100 yd (11.22-4.54m / 100m)
Low: 4.17" (106mm)
High: 3.66" (93mm)
MOA: 60
MIL: 17.5
High: 4.7mm
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12.39" (34.9cm)
12.2 oz (346g)
030317018788
Great scope for 450 Bushmaster
By Shooter
Best bang for the buck scope for a 450 bushmaster used for Deer. I put a 3-9x freedom on a Ruger Gunsite 450 BM. I used the rear mounts not the front rail. 100 yard groups are under 1 inch. Bagged two bucks last year at 180 yards. If you hunt in lower Michigan where the shots are from 20- 200 yards this is all the scope you need. CDS is pre calibrated for Hornady 450BM ammo. All you have to do is establish a zero at 100 yards, set the scope on 0 lock the cap and its done. Good for up to ...
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Astonished
By McBride
The VX Freedom line of Leupold scopes is hands down the best optics value on the market. It's everything you'd expect of a Leupold; awesome reticle, clarity and brightness that is unmatched, sturdy yet light. I don't know how they do it for this price...I'll be buying many more.
Be the master of precision and reliability with the Leupold 3-9x40 VX-Freedom Series Riflescope. This high-quality optic is designed to enhance your hunting or target shooting experience by providing unmatched accuracy and versatility. The matte black finish not only adds a professional look but also ensures durability in the most challenging environments.
The VX-Freedom is equipped with a second focal plane Duplex reticle, renowned for its clear aiming point and minimal target coverage at high magnification. This feature is particularly beneficial for shooters who require a consistent reticle size, allowing for precise shot placement across the scope's 3:1 zoom ratio. Whether you're engaging at close range or extending your reach, the versatile zoom capability adapts to a wide range of scenarios.
The Custom Dial System (CDS) sets this riflescope apart, offering a personalized shooting experience. By providing your specific ballistics, Leupold crafts a custom dial that simplifies the process of making accurate long-range shots. With no need for holdovers, you can range your target, dial the distance, and trust in your shot placement with confidence.
Durability is a cornerstone of the VX-Freedom, which undergoes rigorous testing on Leupold's Punisher recoil simulation machine. Each scope must withstand the equivalent of 5,000 impacts with a force three times that of a .308 rifle, ensuring that it can handle the recoil of your most trusted firearm without losing performance.
The easy-to-grip power selector allows for swift magnification changes, while the 1/4 MOA Finger Click adjustments provide precise and dependable windage and elevation settings. The ultra-lightweight design not only contributes to the scope's ruggedness but also maintains ease of handling and balance on your rifle.
Prepared for any weather conditions, the VX-Freedom boasts absolute waterproof and fogproof integrity. The Twilight Light Management System extends your shooting light, reduces glare, and offers superior lens clarity, giving you the advantage in low-light situations.
Finally, the scratch-resistant lenses meet extreme military standards, adding another layer of protection to your investment. The Duplex reticle, a Leupold invention from 1962, features heavy posts for quick target acquisition and a fine center for precise aiming.
Choose the Leupold 3-9x40 VX-Freedom Series Riflescope for a reliable, accurate, and versatile shooting companion that lives up to the Leupold reputation with every use.