Leupold Gold Ring 12-40X60mm

[rackcity24]

Anyone have input on this scope? I've had little experience looking through this scope, but for the little time i was pleased. Just looking for other opinions and options as well. Thanks.

 

[Wrench]

It's a decent scope for its size. The one with the reticle would be nice when spotting for a friend. Optically there are several superior scopes....but none are as compact.

I ran that scope and it wasn't until I comparedit to my pf80ed that it went away....but I sure miss it's size and weight.

 

[rackcity24]

Yeah, i like the fact of how compact and small it is. The glass didn't seem bad, but i haven't compared it to Zeiss, Kowa, or Swaro..

 

[willfrye027]

I tried the non HD model. It was fine. Excellent eye relief if that is important to you. I am now using the kowa 602. I think it’s a little better optically, it weighs a little less (33 vs 39oz I believe), but it’s not as compact. Also cheaper.

 

[rackcity24]

How is the eye relief on the kowa 602?

 

[mike464]

The 12x40 Leupold is a great system, its biggest asset is that it's small enough to pack, but good enough to spot and range animals at long distance. I got rid of a full size Leica for the Leupold, the Leica was better optically, but I was always willing to haul the smaller scope.

 

[Big Ern]

The HD version is the one to get. Optically, it is very good for the price point. The real benefit of this spotter is it’s compact size for easy packing; relatively light weight; and the eye relief is amazing. It is just super easy to get behind and spot.