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The Leupold Custom Dial System (CDS) is an innovative feature that allows you to customize your turret to your exact ballistics and environmental conditions. Once your custom dial is installed, simply range the target, turn the dial to that number, and aim with precision.
The Advanced Optical System in the 4-12x50 VX-Freedom Riflescope provides superior light transmission, unrivaled glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that recreational sportsmen demand. It's designed for extended glassing sessions and offers best-in-class performance.
The 3:1 zoom ratio is a feature that allows you to adjust the magnification of the riflescope based on your needs. It gives you 3 times more magnification at high power than at low power, allowing you to dial down for close encounters or crank up for long-range shots.
The second focal plane duplex reticle, invented by Leupold in 1962, is defined by heavy posts that stand out against cover in low light. This allows for quick target acquisition with thin lines at the center, making it the most popular reticle in the world.
Yes, the 4-12x50 VX-Freedom Riflescope is designed with a lightweight aluminum housing that provides excellent durability without adding unnecessary weight. The lenses are also scratch-resistant, with hardened surface coatings that meet extreme military standards for added lens protection.
Review Summary
2025-11-28T19:00:00
My friend Barry a retired police officer strongly suggested this scope for my Winchester Xpert rifle in 21 Sharp. Leupold makes a great product and the warranty is exceptional in todays market. Mounted this rifle and even though its a 21 Sharp with low recoil its spot on.
Daniel B.

2025-11-27T19:00:00
Awesome scope?works great paired with my 7mm08
Scott G.

2025-11-26T19:00:00
Leupold optics are the best. Cannot beat the value!
Philip H.

2025-11-25T19:00:00
The only trim, lightweight, sensible hunting scope left! I have one right now and hope to get a few more. Great eye relief ( both critical and non critical), perfect sized and actually useful dimensions, very clear; just really nothing like this 2-7x33 out there, anymore. The size of the eyepiece aids in low mounting, plenty of light transmission and clarity. Makes a decent replacement for the missing M8/FX 4x33 fixed power. Only negatives are the zoom ring is to large and aggressive, I much prefer the VX-1 and VX-2 zoom rings, and wish the windage and elevation housing was much less boxy and more rounded, like the VX-1/VX-2. Please don't ever discontinue this 2-7x33, Leupold!
Justin H.

2025-11-23T19:00:00
Excellent!
Austin T.

2025-11-23T19:00:00
One of the best scopes I have ever had on one of my rifles.
Thomas W.

2025-11-22T19:00:00
Great grouse scope!
Phil H.

2025-11-20T19:00:00
Grandson Got his first Deer with it. A nice 6 pointer. Very happy young lad.
Marv N.

2025-11-18T19:00:00
Mounted on my M-1 Garand. Needs another 1/2 inch or so of eye relief to work properly at full magnification. Probably going to move this scope to my . 30-30, and look for something else for the Garand.
Michael V.

2025-11-16T19:00:00
Awesome scope
Richard L.

2025-11-16T19:00:00
Great scope
Jeremy O.

2025-11-16T19:00:00
Great product!
Robert D.

2025-11-15T19:00:00
The BDC reticle is kinda useless. I have better than 20/20 vision and it's next to impossible to see Works great on my Henry Frontier model
Jason P.

2025-11-14T19:00:00
I have 6 Leupold scopes and this one is just another perfect example of the fine quality and performance you get when you buy a Leupold
GEORGE K.

2025-11-13T19:00:00
Glass is excellent and it does great in low light. As always Leupold makes great products.
Jack H.

2025-11-12T19:00:00
Great scope for the money
ROB R.

2025-11-12T19:00:00
The scope will not focus properly. 25yds and beyond forget it. Stays fuzzy. She's never crisp. Never. Played with the reticle. Nope. Didn't help. Couldn't get a crisp crosshair. 20+ rounds fired through rifle. Other individuals couldn't get a good crisp outline. Not Happy. My Leupold 3-9x40 is fabulous. Make me happy Leupold.
Paul R.

2025-11-11T19:00:00
Nice, clear glass. Just what I needed for mid range shooting/hunting with . 308win.
Darryl Z.

2025-11-09T19:00:00
I have two of these, one on a 350 legend and another on a 6. 5 creedmore. Both lightweight builds for walking the woods in Michigan and these are consistently better than any other optic I've ever owned. Never an issue in low light, always able to see through the optic what I can with my eyes
Evan S.

2025-11-09T19:00:00
very nice scope
James W.

2025-11-08T19:00:00
Great scope, holds up to the muzzleloader great!
James C.

2025-11-07T19:00:00
It is the best all-around scope for hunting in the mountains, love the eye relief, lens clarity and darn right. . . . . . . . American Made
Charles V.

2025-11-07T19:00:00
The eye relief was a little on the long side?
Jason T.

2025-11-06T19:00:00
Great scope. I have tried other brands but I always end up going back to Leupold. I think its the best bang for your buck. Clear glass, perfect tracking? couldn't ask for anything more. Except 1 thing, bring back your handgun scopes.
Joseph W.

2025-11-05T19:00:00
Excellent Scope!
Stephen P.

2025-11-05T19:00:00
Great scope
Harry H.

2025-11-05T19:00:00
I love this scope. Low light capabilities coupled with the firedot are a deadly combination. Simple yet super effective hunting scope.
Leslie R.

2025-11-03T19:00:00
My recently purchased VX Freedom is an excellent optic, after carefully mounting it I fired my . 270 once, made an adustment, fired the second round and made an adjustment , the next two rounds were dime size in the bullseye at 100 yards, point being the inner workings the adjustment turret are spot on. Now in personal opinion Luepold is the best, hands down. . . Andrew.
Andrew R.

2025-11-02T19:00:00
I have 2 of these pig plex scopes. 1 on a Marlin 1895 45/70. The other is on a Ruger Hawkeye . 358 Winchester. I can shoot sub moa groups with both rifles at 100 yards. It is great for snap shooting as it is a very fast target acquisition scope.
John C.

2025-11-01T20:00:00
Great scope, clear, on point, and looks good!
Bradley m.

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Matte Black
No
No
Second Focal Plane
CDS
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Set Screw
Finger Click
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Second Focal Plane
Duplex
Variable
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Elevation: 1/4MOA
Windage: 1/4MOA
Elevation: 67
Windage: 67
Elevation: 19.5
Windage: 19.5
Elevation: 64" (163cm)
Windage: 64" (163cm)
Elevation: 15 MOA
Windage: 15 MOA
14MOA
4-12x
50mm
Low Mag: 22' (6.7m)
High Mag: 10.5' (3.2m)
Low Mag: 4.2 Degree
High Mag: 2 Degree
Low Mag: 4.2" (107mm)
High Mag: 3.7" (94mm)
150 Yards
1" (25.4mm)
12.03" (306mm)
15.5 oz (439g)
030317028459
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.
A high-performance optical tool, the 4-12x50 VX-Freedom Riflescope in matte black is a testament to Leupold's legendary reliability and precision. This versatile riflescope is perfect for mid to long-range shots, thanks to its adjustable magnification range. Its larger 50mm objective lens ensures a brighter, clearer image, making it a standout choice for outdoor enthusiasts and sportsmen.
Equipped with the Leupold Custom Dial System (CDS), this riflescope offers a tailored ballistics solution right at your fingertips. This user-friendly system is simple to install and even simpler to use, making it a valuable addition for any shooter.
The VX-Freedom Riflescope is built around Leupold's Advanced Optical System, delivering superior light transmission, unrivaled glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that sportsmen demand. This riflescope is 100% waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, ensuring consistent performance in all conditions.
The 3:1 zoom ratio, a common feature in many scope models, allows you to adjust your magnification based on your needs. Dial down for close encounters or crank it up for long-range shots. The Custom Dial System compatibility allows you to customize your turret to your exact ballistics and environmental conditions. Once your custom dial is installed, simply range the target, turn the dial to that number, and aim with precision.
The lockable eyepiece ensures a focus setting that is tailored to your eye, while the lightweight aluminum housing provides durability without adding unnecessary weight. The Advanced Optical System offers extended glassing sessions, best in class glare reduction, and the resolution and clarity that recreational sportsmen demand.
The lenses are scratch-resistant, with hardened surface coatings that meet extreme military standards for added lens protection. The riflescope is also waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, with advanced internal gasses and sealing methods that withstand extreme temperatures, elevation changes, and shocks.
The second focal plane duplex reticle, invented by Leupold in 1962, is defined by heavy posts that stand out against cover in low light. This allows for quick target acquisition with thin lines at the center, making it the most popular reticle in the world.
Like all Leupold riflescopes, the 4-12x50 VX-Freedom Riflescope is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA and guaranteed for life, ensuring you have a reliable tool for all your shooting needs.