Leica Visus or Leupold VX-5 HD or?

[GyrPer1]

Hi guys.

I have a 6.5 PRC coming through the APR build (Tier 1) and continue to waffle on the scope. This will be a hunting rifle and a majority of shots taken will be under 500 yards.

I’m considering a Leica Visus 3-12X50 4a(i) which I can get for $999. From a value perspective, any thoughts on how this would rate in comparison to Leupold VX-5 HD (3-15X44)?

What I’m trying to find is a scope with a low end power of 3X that I can dial and want to keep the weight lower than 22 ounces. I don’t think I need 20X magnification as long as the quality of glass is high. Trying to keep the prices "around" a grand.

Yes, I’m over probably overthinking this.

Thanks in advance!

[ramrod]

Splitting hairs, as both are good glass. Leica will perform better in low light if that is a higher priority.

[catslayer]

... I would prob go lieca out of those two

[ScottFW]

I can tell you my son's VX-5HD 3-15x44 has performed very well. Great glass, tracks well and can handle a beating from a 14yr old.

[GyrPer1]

That's what makes this difficult - not being able to "see" the Visus prior to pulling the trigger.

[cb4128]

I'm sure the Leica has better glass, but I'd look into the warranty on those scopes. I've personally had a bad experience with Leica's customer service on a repair - took forever, bad communication, just showed up one day.

I've had pretty good experience with Leupold's customer service with a similar repair.

*I've also had multiple dealers steer me away from Leica Products, strictly because dealing with their warranty and repairs department is a nightmare...just food for thought

[GyrPer1]

That is good food for thought....

[GyrPer1]

The price on the Visus is roughly equivalent to the VX5-HD (closeout). Yes, I know that doesn't make it "more better", but that continues to give me pause.

I love and hate scope shopping.

[H-D]

I've never looked through a Leica, but I own a VX5-HD 3-15x44 and it's AWESOME!
Low light is outstanding and more so if you have the illuminated center!

[Dejashoot]

I have a couple Leica’s and a couple VX5 HD’s. Leica is better glass but only from sunset to sunrise. You really can’t tell the difference during daylight. The last 30 and first 30 minutes are great. I can tell you hog hunting at 75 yards in 1/4 moonlight is no problem with the Leica. It is a bit heavier in the models I have.

[GyrPer1]

For you Leica guys - what are your thoughts on the L-Ballistic (non-illuminated) reticle at distance? The Magnus scopes are now at "blow out" prices.

[Mike D]

I'm sure the Leica has better glass, but I'd look into the warranty on those scopes. I've personally had a bad experience with Leica's customer service on a repair - took forever, bad communication, just showed up one day.

I've had pretty good experience with Leupold's customer service with a similar repair.

*I've also had multiple dealers steer me away from Leica Products, strictly because dealing with their warranty and repairs department is a nightmare...just food for thought

Not that I normally make my buying decisions on warranty but I’ve heard plenty of reports of terrible customer support from Leica.

And the VX5 HD is a fantastic scope backed by a great company.


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[GyrPer1]

Magnus is out of the picture (non-illuminated). Reticle is too fine without the illumination.

Back to Visus or VX5-HD!

[frazee3200]

I vote vx5hd, have two of them in 3-15x56 and have been amazing so far.