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Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« on: July 27, 2006, 06:44:20 AM »
I am looking at a Leupold VX-I vs. the VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $100? I will be mounting the scope on a 223/12 ga that will be used for day and night hunting. I am looking at at the 2-7 or the 3-9 variable power.
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #1 on: July 27, 2006, 08:37:31 AM »
Yes.  Fully multicoated, 1/4 MOA click adjustments, lockable fast focus eyepiece, tactile magnification indicator, and more reticles to choose from.
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #2 on: July 27, 2006, 09:10:36 AM »
In my opinion, yes.
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #3 on: July 27, 2006, 09:55:10 AM »
I would agree also.  The VX-II is worth the extra money.
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #4 on: July 27, 2006, 09:58:47 AM »
EL, I may be wrong, but I believe that the VX1 also has fully multicoated lenses as well.  However, since I only have the VX1, I can't say whether the VX2 is worth the additional cost.
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #5 on: July 28, 2006, 05:19:53 AM »
Currently, the Leupold VX-I has multicoating only on exterior lens surfaces and magnesium fluoride coating on the rest of the lens surfaces.  Leupold calls this standard multicoat.  The VX-II is fully-multicoated with Multicoat 4®.
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #6 on: July 28, 2006, 05:20:43 AM »
The real question should be "Is the VX II worth the extra $100 over the Burris FF II?  The obvious answer to anyone who has used both is "no way".  You can find FF II's all day long for around $150.  Best bang for the buck out there.
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #7 on: July 29, 2006, 10:25:03 AM »
The VXII has the features of the old Var. XIII so I would say yes, it is worth the extra $100.00.
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #8 on: July 31, 2006, 05:50:41 AM »
Quote from: Grubbs on July 28, 2006, 05:20:43 AM
The real question should be "Is the VX II worth the extra $100 over the Burris FF II?  The obvious answer to anyone who has used both is "no way".  You can find FF II's all day long for around $150.  Best bang for the buck out there.
A new-in-box Burris Fullfield II 3-9x40mm with Ballistic Plex reticle and gloss finish is around $200.  A Leupold VX-II 3-9x40mm with Duplex reticle and gloss finish is $300.  If the question is "Is the VX II worth the extra $100 over the Burris FF II?" The obvious answer to anyone who has used both is maybe according to YOUR eyes, but the Fullfield II is a damn good scope for $100 less.
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #9 on: July 31, 2006, 11:10:23 AM »
Obviously you see things differently than my eyes do, but that's OK.  You can find the FF II every day on the net for around $160, the best bang for the buck out there in optics. It's not obvious to "anyone who has used both" as you say, as just as many would agree with me.
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #10 on: July 31, 2006, 08:34:03 PM »
Grubbs, where can you find the FF II for $150 or $160?  Everywhere I have seen them (Midway, Graf & Sons, etc.) they have been around $200.  I like Leopolds, but if I could get the FF II for $150, I might try it.
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #11 on: August 01, 2006, 01:29:50 AM »
Quote from: Casull on July 31, 2006, 08:34:03 PM
Grubbs, where can you find the FF II for $150 or $160?  Everywhere I have seen them (Midway, Graf & Sons, etc.) they have been around $200.  I like Leopolds, but if I could get the FF II for $150, I might try it.

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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #12 on: August 01, 2006, 04:32:30 AM »
Look on EBay.  I have bought numerous scopes there with no problems.  You should be able to find one no problem in the price range I mentioned.  Good Luck. 
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #13 on: August 01, 2006, 04:41:00 AM »
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You can find the FF II every day on the net for around $160, the best bang for the buck out there in optics.
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Look on EBay.
If you are talking about eBay then the Leupold VX-II just closed the gap to about $40 because Leupold VX-II 3-9-40mm scope can be had for $200 on eBay.  A Burris Fullfield II 3-9x40mm for $160 or a Leupold VX-II 3-9x40mm for $200?  I'd have to go with the Leupold.
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #14 on: August 01, 2006, 09:07:24 AM »
I prefer my Burris FFII to my  Leupold II............Burris is clearer and works better in low light.......for me....65 year old eyes.........
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #15 on: August 03, 2006, 11:06:17 AM »
The Burris FFII can be bought for $160 plus shipping on the net.  You can PM me and I will give you the web address.  It is a well known company but I don't think they sponor GBO so I won't list it.  On another note, the bad reports I've heard about the customer service with Burris would steer me away.   There has just been too many.  I have never heard of a bad report on customer service with Leupold. Good customer service is worth its weight in gold.  My .002
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #16 on: August 14, 2006, 06:40:19 AM »
You are wasting your money on Leupold. Too much cash for what it does. Get you a BSA, save some money and have fun.
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Re: Leupold VX-I vs. VX-II is the VX-II worth the additional $
« Reply #17 on: August 14, 2006, 11:09:05 AM »
Quote from: digger658 on August 14, 2006, 06:40:19 AM
You are wasting your money on Leupold. Too much cash for what it does. Get you a BSA, save some money and have fun.

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