Leupold VX-5HD 3-15x44mm Riflescope

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Rugged and crystal clear, it held up great in the back country hunting off of horses through rain, snow, and mud. I also recommend the alumina scope covers as a pair to this. 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They are usually the lightest optics in their class. I place a premium on light weight and durability when selecting an optic and Leupold has never disappointed me. Glass quality is another big reason I recommend Leupold. Their entry level scopes outperform other brands that cost 2-3 times more. \nIn regards to this VX-5HD 3-15X44, for me it was a splurge. Sadly, I'm a bit disappointed. My VX-3HD 2. 5-8 has a better throw lever because this scope doesn't have a throw lever and I paid more than twice as much. The windage adjustment is very mushy which is crazy because all my other scopes from Leupold even the entry level VX-Freedom line have better feedback when dialing for windage. I'm not a snob in this regard and I know that I'm not the type to dial but I literally was having a trial and error process when zeroing. I could not feel the clicks and know how much adjustment I was making, it cost me time and ammo. Another dissatisfaction is the cheap plastic and elastic lens covers. The VX-3HD line has better \"bikini type\" lens protection. But at this price point they really should include folding lens caps. Furthermore, when I tried to source the factory lens caps I was shocked at the price, but I figured I would splurge again. It was very difficult to figure out which specific lens caps to order so I asked Leupold via e-mail and didn't get a reply for days. I ended up ordering Butler creek caps through amazon and had them delivered before Leupold even responded to my email. \nTo close on a positive, I do like the image quality and the CDS dial. I went with the original and not the cost prohibitive gen 2. I also like the auto-shutoff of the illumination as a way to keep the dot on and ready when you pickup the rifle but it hibernates to save battery. I'd prefer a dial over a button although it is nice and trim in this configuration. To me Leupold has amazing entry level scopes, they are so good that they even make their own higher end scopes seem ill advised. 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Featuring a versatile 5:1 zoom ratio, this riflescope allows for quick adjustments from a wide field of view for tracking to precise, long-range shots. The scope's core is Leupold's Professional-Grade Optical System and High-Definition lenses, delivering superior light transmission, color fidelity, and image resolution across all magnification settings. Shooters can customize their experience with the revolutionary CDS-ZL2 (ZeroLock 2) Elevation Dial, which provides two full revolutions of adjustment and secures your zero with a push-button lock. Built to withstand the harshest environments, the VX-5HD is waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof and features the Guard-Ion lens coating to shed dirt and water for a consistently clear image, making it the perfect choice for the serious hunter.</p>\n\nFeatures:\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>CDS-ZL2 (ZeroLock 2) Elevation Dial with two revolutions of adjustment and a secure lock\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Guard-Ion hydrophobic lens coating sheds dirt and water for a clear sight picture\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>High-Definition lenses for unparalleled clarity, color, and image resolution\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Waterproof, Fogproof, & Shockproof construction for ultimate durability\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Side Focus parallax adjustment to ensure a clear reticle at any range\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Professional-Grade Optical System for superior light transmission\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Versatile 5:1 zoom ratio (3x to 15x) for all hunting distances\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Revolution indicator for tracking dial rotations\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Custom Dial System (CDS) compatible\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\nSpecifications:\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Elevation Adjustment Value per Click: 1/4 MOA\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Reticle Focal Plane: Second Focal Plane\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Elevation Adjustment Range (MOA): 75\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Elevation Adjustment Type: CDS-ZL2\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Windage Adjustment Range (MOA): 75\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Objective Lens Diameter: 44mm\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Eye Relief High Mag (in): 3.8\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Eye Relief Low Mag (in): 3.7\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Magnification Max: 15x\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Magnification Min: 3x\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Weight: 19.7 oz.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n"