What is now the preferred Leupold scope
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What is now the preferred Leupold scope
Now that the FX3 25x40 has been discontinued what is the preferred Leupold rifle scope to be used for silhouette?
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Re: What is now the preferred Leupold scope
That is a good question. Maybe Leupold will have another 25X production run in the future.
A readily available supply of such equipment would make it easier for new shooters to enter the sport.
A readily available supply of such equipment would make it easier for new shooters to enter the sport.
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Re: What is now the preferred Leupold scope
If you are on a tight budget you may want to look at one of these scopes. Athlon Optics, Argos BTR, Riflescope, 6-24x50
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Re: What is now the preferred Leupold scope
Stick with the gold ring Dave. They are hard to beat.
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Re: What is now the preferred Leupold scope
Unfortunately Leupold does not have a scope in their current line-up that is off-the-shelf preferred for silhouette.
The only one that comes close is the VX-3i 6.5-20X EFR but even that needs a reticle swap if you want a dot and not the duplex reticle. Also, many people prefer more magnification than 20X so that is a second strike against it.
They have some other higher magnification scopes but you also trade off non-appropriate reticles, 1/8 MOA adjustments, not enough low range on the focus, too heavy, too expensive, etc.
Best bet is to look for a NOS FX-3 or buy used.
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Re: What is now the preferred Leupold scope
My friend was curious as to what scope he should buy as he is hooked on silhouette after going to the SB Silhouette Nationals this summer.
I already have 2 of the FX3 in 25x with the promise from Pete here on the board that if he has another .run made through the custom shop he will put my name on one.
I like that scope very much!
I already have 2 of the FX3 in 25x with the promise from Pete here on the board that if he has another .run made through the custom shop he will put my name on one.
I like that scope very much!