VX3I line going away

[pilsner]

From what I've read it looks like they got rid of the cds and side focus models of the vx3i. I haven't come across anything sayig the whole line is going away.

It's just a guess but when the op emailed them about the cds model they were talking about no longer producing those specific models not the whole line.

As others stated I hope they don't completely scrap the line, it's a good bang for the buck option as a mid level line of scopes.

"Entire 3i line" is their exact reply.

 

[Zootownelk]

I'll be very curious what replaces them. The 3i line was perfect for my budget. Glad i just got another one this last year.

 

[rwc101]

 

[noharleyyet]

https://www.leupold.com/scopes/products/past

...from the cover page

The same spirit that made this country great goes into every Leupold scope. Each one is designed to outperform other scopes and it's tested like no other optic on Earth. It's built for a lifetime of performance, and we guarantee that forever.​

As long as they live up to the above, and don't let the bean counters create ad copy and re-engineer quality, Leupold will be fine.

 

[Brandon270]

"Entire 3i line" is their exact reply.

Wow there went that theory!

 

[Big Fin]

This is how conspiracies get started.

Leupold dominates this category, so there is not a chance they are going away from that. They are doubling down. The VX5HD and the VX6HD are both "HD" because of the coatings, lenses, etc.

The next line of VX3 will drop the "i" and will be VX3HD, as they are making some upgrades to increase the value proposition.

I suspect you will be hearing the actual details in the next week or so. Rest assured, it is taking their leadership position in this value class and making it even better.

And trust me, you will like the VX3HD a LOT!

 

[Addicting]

you will like the VX3HD a LOT

I already liked the VX3i a lot. Since they added the ZL it was the best bang for your buck out there IMHO. I just got done switching mine all out. I hope for my wallets sake I don’t like the HD at all.

 

[Ben Sellers]

This is how conspiracies get started.

Leupold dominates this category, so there is not a chance they are going away from that. They are doubling down. The VX5HD and the VX6HD are both "HD" because of the coatings, lenses, etc.

The next line of VX3 will drop the "i" and will be VX3HD, as they are making some upgrades to increase the value proposition.

I suspect you will be hearing the actual details in the next week or so. Rest assured, it is taking their leadership position in this value class and making it even better.

And trust me, you will like the VX3HD a LOT!

Glad to hear they are trying to make improvements and not abandoning this price range and value blend of scopes.

 

[MJE2083]

Yikes! I was planning on getting 2 VX-3i's within the next year. Now do I jump on a close out deal for a 3i?, or do I wait for the 3HD?

 

[rwc101]

Yikes! I was planning on getting 2 VX-3i's within the next year. Now do I jump on a close out deal for a 3i?, or do I wait for the 3HD?

If I find closeout deals on VX-3i's I'm buying one. Or two.

 

[pilsner]

I figured that BigFin would have the inside scoop!
Any idea on a release date as I'm in the market for a new scope for a February hunt?
Thx.

 

[pilsner]

Unless someone has one of these (color doesnt matter - cds zl does) for a used price.

 

[Big Fin]

I don't know the actual release date to retailers. Soon, I suspect, but not sure.

 

[Jbotto]

This is how conspiracies get started.

Leupold dominates this category, so there is not a chance they are going away from that. They are doubling down. The VX5HD and the VX6HD are both "HD" because of the coatings, lenses, etc.

The next line of VX3 will drop the "i" and will be VX3HD, as they are making some upgrades to increase the value proposition.

I suspect you will be hearing the actual details in the next week or so. Rest assured, it is taking their leadership position in this value class and making it even better.

And trust me, you will like the VX3HD a LOT!

This news is sad but exciting! Thanks for the inside scoop Big Fin! I can’t wait to see what replaces this excellent scope.

 

[EKYHunter]

Good deal. I’m in the market for a new scope and am leaning VX 5 but I’ll wait and check out this new offering.

 

[Ben Lamb]

The next line of VX3 will drop the "i" and will be VX3HD, as they are making some upgrades to increase the value proposition.

I suspect you will be hearing the actual details in the next week or so. Rest assured, it is taking their leadership position in this value class and making it even better.

And trust me, you will like the VX3HD a LOT!

 

[Shangobango]

Yikes! I was planning on getting 2 VX-3i's within the next year. Now do I jump on a close out deal for a 3i?, or do I wait for the 3HD?

Personally, I am waiting.

 

[noharleyyet]

Better coatings, throw lever, and FD gonna scratch some itches.

 

[Ben Lamb]

Better coatings, throw lever, and FD gonna scratch some itches.

7x57 AI just whispered that the 3.5x10 would be nice.

 

[Addicting]

Better coatings, throw lever, and FD gonna scratch some itches.

Not that throw lever.

Bruce.....the adjuster ring wasn’t broken, it didn’t need to be fixed.