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2025-09-28T20:00:00
Great scope. No issues. Wish I had opted for the 14 power version. That's my fault?not the manufacturer's though!
David L.
2025-09-28T20:00:00
Nice scope, and I really appreciate the CDS system!
Roy D.
2025-09-24T20:00:00
Excellent scope. The scope is clear and had precise adjustments. I think it's perfect for reasonable hunting distances.
Russell I.
2025-09-23T20:00:00
Super clear and easy to use
Ryan C.
2025-09-22T20:00:00
crystal clear, awesome size and weight and the firedot is a game changer.
Frank M.
2025-09-20T20:00:00
Great glass ? perfect for my hunting needs. Thank you leupold
jae s.
2025-09-16T20:00:00
Nice and light little scope. Sighted it in on my . 308 with no problems, tracked very well.
Ben L.
2025-09-14T20:00:00
It's a great scope and very pleased with the scope. I received the cds dial a few days ago and will try it out in a few days.
Henry P.
2025-09-11T20:00:00
Very nice glass! Very clear and easy to use.
Troy B.
2025-09-09T20:00:00
The best hunting scope. FireDot works perfectly in low light. Clear glass with no fogging. Wouldn't buy anything else!
Joe O.
2025-09-08T20:00:00
Love the leupold scope they have worked well for me over the years that why i keep coming back
Jesse T.
2025-09-08T20:00:00
Absolute garbage. Had to return my first one to Bass Pro because the windage did not move. My replacement (both brand new and sealed) was so far off that it could not be zeroed by a very talented professional gunsmith. Also, the windage adjustments are VERY limited. Quality is 2/10, however they do look and feel quite nice and the glass is super clear. Avoid at all costs!!! Hopefully the higher end Leupold's do not have this extremely poor quality.
Alex
2025-09-01T20:00:00
Highly recommend this scope. Great glass.
David
2025-08-30T20:00:00
Love it.
Justin D.
2025-08-29T20:00:00
The rifle is not finished yet. However, the only problem I have ever had with Leupold is from the customs shop. I used to work with a guy here in NC who now works in the custom shop. He sent a really F's up scope. I still need to get that fixed but how can I be sure he won't get it and screw with it some more. Otherwise, Leupold optics are amazing.
wesley g.
2025-08-28T20:00:00
I upgraded from a VX-3 3. 5-10x40 on a 2 piece base to the VX-3HD 4. 5-14x40 on a one piece Backcountry Cross-Slot base using existing rings, for the CDS dial system specifically. I didn't really expect any huge difference upgrading from an older VX-3 model to its successor a few models ahead. I was pleasantly surprised at the differences! Holding them side by side the glass is clearer in the daylight and much clearer in low light on the VX-3HD than its predecessor. The magnification adjustment is much smoother, the throw lever is a nice addition, and not to mention the extra magnification is great! The positive elevation adjustment is lightyears better than the older VX-3! I expect the CDS dial system will be the piece of the puzzle that brings everything together! I just received my custom CDS dial and will be at the range this weekend getting all dialed in for the 2025 season! And as always the quality, fit, and finish is 100% Leupold.
AllTac
2025-08-24T20:00:00
Clear, reliable, great eye relief, excellent warranty. Made in the United States of America. ???? I have been using Leupold scopes for 40 years.
Antonio M.
2025-08-24T20:00:00
Glass is clear gathers light exceptionally well and fairly distortion free. The turret adjustments are crisp and easy to feel. The fire dot could be a little brighter.
Robert T.
2025-08-23T20:00:00
Awesome workmanship
Glen B.
2025-08-15T20:00:00
Good glass
Nathan G.
2025-08-12T20:00:00
The optic does not have enough up and down movement of the reticle. Unhappy with the product.
Camden G.
2025-08-05T20:00:00
Love it!
Michael W.
2025-08-05T20:00:00
I think the optical is quite excellent, and perfectly suited to my purpose. I put it on an Anschutz 22 long rifle with a mannlicher stock. Being a click adjustable scope It works out well on the rifle. The rifle and scope are quite pleasing to the eye.
Bart C.
2025-08-04T20:00:00
Holds up to my expectations. I'm very happy with it.
Kody C.
2025-08-01T20:00:00
Nice scope. Glass is clear and still holding zero. Good low light clarity.
Mark S.
2025-07-27T20:00:00
Top quality as expected. I own over 20 Leupold optics old and new, seems they just keep getting better.
Philip R.
2025-07-27T20:00:00
Impressed with the quality of the material and manufacturing. First high quality scope I have ever owned. I was most impressed with the ease to acquire the target using this reticle pattern.
Robert H.
2025-07-27T20:00:00
Excellent scope, works great on my 300 black out
Matthew L.
2025-07-27T20:00:00
Love this scope! Perfect balance between hunting and shooting with all the necessary bells and whistles
Adam T.
2025-07-26T20:00:00
Solid, sharp
Clarence M.
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Elevation: 1/4
Windage: 1/4
Elevation: 95
Windage: 75
Elevation: 27.6
Windage: 21.8
Elevation: 108.7" (276.3cm)
Windage: 85.90" (218.2cm)
Elevation: 15
Windage: 15
14.5MOA
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Low Mag: 19.9' (6.06m)
High Mag: 7.4' (2.25m)
Low Mag: 3.8 Degree
High Mag: 1.4 Degree
Low Mag: 4.4" (111.76mm)
High Mag: 3.6" (91.44mm)
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12.69" (322.32mm)
15.6 oz (442.2g)
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VX-3HD 1-5-5 Twilight (30mm) - Perfect Short Range Hunting Scope
By Chris G.
I waited patiently for these to become available and grabbed one as soon as they were in stock. This scope replaced a Steiner PX4i 1-4 on my 450 Bushmaster deer rifle and it checks all the boxes. The Steiner was an awesome scope, but this one is clearer, brighter, lighter, and just as rugged - without a cluttered/busy reticle. I love the duplex width and the Firedot is just what I need for those last minute shots. The distances I shoot don?t require dialing the elevation turret, but the ZL w...
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Leupold VX3 HD 4.5-14 Side Focus Riflescope
By Randy H.
Great glass with side adjustment providing shooter with exceptional clarity. Power adjustment is smooth and gives enough range for hunting wood lots in the East to the wide open expanses of the West. CDS dial allows easy ranging of distance without holdover. Leupold optics have always served me very well in my hunting and shooting endeavors.
The Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm Riflescope, presented in a sleek matte black finish, is a high-quality, durable, and reliable choice for hunters and target shooters alike. This versatile riflescope is designed with a second focal plane Wind-Plex reticle, enhancing accuracy and range estimation at varying distances.
Engineered with a 30mm tube and a 40mm objective lens, this riflescope offers a variable power range from 4x to 18x, making it adaptable for both close encounters and long-range shots. Its 3:1 zoom ratio, a common feature in many scope models, provides three times more magnification at high power than at low power.
The VX-3HD is renowned for its elite optical clarity and exceptional performance in low light conditions. Thanks to Leupold's Elite Optical System, this riflescope ensures excellent dawn-to-dusk light transmission, elite-level glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that dedicated hunters and shooters require.
This riflescope is equipped with Leupold's Custom Dial System (CDS), allowing you to customize your turret to your exact ballistics and environmental conditions. The ZeroLock system further enhances accuracy by preventing accidental dial movement.
Constructed with lightweight aluminum housing, the VX-3HD is rugged and durable without adding unnecessary weight to your gear. Its high-definition, calcium-fluoride lenses guarantee incredible clarity at all magnification levels.
Additional features include a lockable eyepiece for a personalized focus setting, scratch-resistant lenses for added protection, and waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof technology for reliable performance in various conditions.
The Wind-Plex reticle expands on the Duplex reticle, aiding in compensating for crosswinds. With hash marks in 1 MOA increments extending to 10 MOA on each side, it can be used with any caliber round and is best utilized with our CDS.
Like all Leupold riflescopes, the VX-3HD is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA, ensuring top-notch quality and performance. This riflescope is not just an accessory; it's a trusted tool designed to help you succeed in your hunting or shooting endeavors.