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The second focal plane reticle maintains its size across the scope's magnification range, which is beneficial for low-light hunting situations and allows for more precise aiming at varying distances without the reticle size changing.
Yes, the Custom Dial System can be customized to match your specific ballistics and environmental conditions, allowing for more accurate shots by simply adjusting the dial to the correct range.
The 3:1 Zoom Ratio offers a versatile range of magnification, allowing you to dial down for closer targets or increase magnification for long-range shots, providing flexibility in various shooting scenarios.
Absolutely, the riflescope is built to be 100% waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, ensuring reliable performance in any weather conditions and rugged outdoor environments.
The lenses are treated with hardened surface coatings that meet extreme military standards for scratch resistance, ensuring your riflescope's lenses are protected and maintain clarity over time.
Review Summary
2026-01-13T19:00:00
Everything that I thought it would be.
William R.

2026-01-12T19:00:00
Great value and a quality optic.
Stan J.

2026-01-11T19:00:00
Clarity. Size. VX Freedom rimfire 3-9x40 perfect scope for all 5 of my Ruger 10-22's with #6 & 7 on the way. Also have 1 handgun and 2 larger rifle scopes on Ruger & LWRC REPR
Carl R.

2026-01-10T19:00:00
This may be the Leupold scope that gives you the most bang for your buck. I'd prefer it with a 40mm objective but it's not available in that configuration.
Robert R.

2026-01-10T19:00:00
Great optic I plan on equipping my whole safe with Leupold.
William M.

2026-01-10T19:00:00
Very clear good sight
Robert M.

2026-01-08T19:00:00
Typical Leupold Quality. I love the FireDot sights. It really the best of both worlds. It's the only recital I buy now. I have a few of them.
Michael C.

2026-01-08T19:00:00
Once again a great product for the money.
JOHNNY E.

2026-01-08T19:00:00
Really good scope for the money. I like the Pig reticle. My only complaint is that it is not crisp all the way to the edge. But overall I am very happy with it.
Shane M.

2026-01-05T19:00:00
I bought my first Leupold 3x9x40 in 1961x 64 win mag have many more Leupold products always the best product for $ spent 82 years old do not plan to get any other scope product Leo 4 ever
jay s.

2026-01-04T19:00:00
We have already taken a whitetail with this scope. Crystal clear, great in low light. Haven't ordered a CDS yet.
Devin C.

2026-01-03T19:00:00
Great scope for the money!
Landon A.

2026-01-02T19:00:00
Clear and crisp at all levels of magnification.
Joshua L.

2026-01-02T19:00:00
Couldn't ask for a better scope.
John R.

2026-01-01T19:00:00
I own two of these now for my son's rifles. They have had very successful on hunts in all weather conditions and elevations. The scope has held zero with no issues in clarity. A great scope for the value.
Richard B.

2026-01-01T19:00:00
Great scope only wishing they had a illuminate dot but otherwise it's good scope
david w.

2025-12-31T19:00:00
Perfect for for my TCAProhinter . 50 cal muzzleloader. The scope is light and exceptionally clear
Alan N.

2025-12-29T19:00:00
It's a great scope for my 22!
Hayden P.

2025-12-28T19:00:00
I have had a similar model to this scope and it was way better than vortex. I highly recommend This scope.
Marshall

2025-12-28T19:00:00
I bought this scope online from Cabela's and it was not a good experience. I put the scope on my 45-70 Marlin and when zeroing it in, the scope ran out of elevation to adjust. That was the first that ever happened to me when I put on a lot of Leupold scopes before but none with the plastic dial adjustment. I even changed out scope rings to see if that would fix it, but it didn't. I returned the scope to Cabela's and I was told by the workers there that this scope has had a lot of issues and they took back 2 in the last week. The worker also told me that Leupold started putting plastic internals in the scope and that's where issues arise. But paying 300 dollars for a scope that doesn't work and hearing that the manufacturer is now skimping on parts is not a good look.
Markus J.

2025-12-27T19:00:00
Absolutely love this scope. The clarity and light gathering ability close to dark is unmatched at this price point!
Casey Y.

2025-12-26T19:00:00
Perfect for deer hunting! I mounted this scope on a Browning X-Bolt in . 243 Win. Performs flawlessly. Great light collection at dawn and dusk, when a good quality scope matters most! Would definitely buy again. . . because I did! I have two of these so far.
Jim O.

2025-12-25T19:00:00
Best rim fire scope i own!
Robert M.

2025-12-22T19:00:00
Perfect for my Henry Supreme
Camron Y.

2025-12-21T19:00:00
I've actually really liked this scope, it's light, good adjustments and pretty clear glass. The subtensions work for my 7mm-08 spot on. What would really take this scope up a notch is instead of holdover dots, do lines with a windage mark as well. i. e. your 400 mark would be 4. 8moa elevation and a 1. 9moa windage mark.
Brian

2025-12-20T19:00:00
Great clarity and adjustments are spot on.
Russell S.

2025-12-19T19:00:00
Brightness and image clarity are very good, only issue is how much the eye relief changes between 4 and 12 power.
Douglas L.

2025-12-18T19:00:00
Put this on a Marlin lever action in . 357. Perfect little set up. Great glass as usual from Leupold
John F.

2025-12-18T19:00:00
Great, as advertised. Everything you expect from Leupold.
Ryan M.

2025-12-15T19:00:00
Mounted very easily. Very clear glass and excellent craftsmanship. Very comparable, in my opinion, to VX and VARI-X models. Mounted on an Encore . 458 Win. No problems what-so-ever. Great product.
Stephen S.

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Matte Black
No
No
Exposed Finger Click
No
No
Set Screw
Finger Click
No
MOA Scale
Duplex
Variable
No
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Elevation: 1/4MOA
Windage: 1/4MOA
Elevation: 60
Windage: 60
Elevation: 17
Windage: 17
Elevation: 69" (175cm)
Windage: 69" (175cm)
Elevation: 15 MOA
Windage: 15 MOA
14 MOA
3-9x
40mm
Low Mag: 33.1' (10.1m)
High Mag: 13.6' (4.14m)
Low Mag: 6.3 Degree
High Mag: 2.6 Degree
Low Mag: 4.2" (107mm)
High Mag: 3.7" (94mm)
150 Yards
1" (25.4mm)
12.49" (317mm)
12.2 oz (346g)
030317023751

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.
Take your shooting precision to the next level with the high-quality 3-9x40 VX-Freedom Riflescope, a top-tier product in the realm of hunting and target shooting equipment. This matte black riflescope, featuring a second focal plane 350 Legend Duplex Reticle and a 1" tube, is a testament to Leupold's commitment to delivering durable, reliable, and versatile optics.
Designed to complement the increasingly popular .350 round, this riflescope is equipped with a pre-calibrated dial that aligns perfectly with the .350's ballistics. Whether you're aiming for a 200-yard shot or a close encounter, simply adjust the dial, hold dead on, and fire with confidence.
The VX-Freedom Riflescope is built around Leupold's Advanced Optical System, ensuring exceptional light transmission, superior glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that modern sportsmen and sportswomen demand. The second focal plane reticle, ideal for low-light hunting situations, maintains its size while the target adjusts with the magnification, allowing for precise aiming at long distances.
The riflescope also features a 3:1 zoom ratio, a common feature in many scope models, providing three times more magnification at high power than at low power. This enables you to adjust your power for different shooting scenarios. Leupold's Custom Dial System (CDS) allows you to customize your turret to your exact ballistics and environmental conditions, enhancing your shooting accuracy.
The VX-Freedom Riflescope is 100% waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, ensuring optimal performance in various conditions. Its lenses are scratch-resistant, meeting extreme military standards for added protection. The Duplex reticle, invented by Leupold in 1962, is defined by heavy posts that stand out against cover in low light, facilitating quick target acquisition with thin lines at the center.
Like all Leupold riflescopes, the 3-9x40 VX-Freedom Riflescope is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA, guaranteeing a product that will deliver every time. Experience the difference of a Leupold riflescope and elevate your shooting prowess.