Leupold FX line

awaveritt · February 17, 2009, 01:37 PM

Years ago I had a Leupold M8 4X scope that I let get away on a rifle I sold. Now I'd like to replace it but notice they are now called the "FX" line.

Are these scopes still Made in USA and are they still the same quality as my old one?

Call me a cynic, but just wondering. I've always thought Leupold was one of the best and hope they still are.

Scorch · February 17, 2009, 01:40 PM

Leupold scopes are made in Beaverton, Oregon, except for the Rifleman line which are made in China. I have not used the newer FX scopes, but the M8 scopes are excellent.

pilothunter · February 17, 2009, 03:15 PM

I think you'll find the length of the new 4X FXII to be a bit shorter than the older M8 and about the same as the VXI and VXII 2-7x33 models. The older M8s are just about perfect matches for the Ruger #1 line with their good eye relief and longish tubes. It's a shame more quality fixed power scopes are not still available, but the Leupold is a very good one.

spruilldog · February 17, 2009, 03:17 PM

Fx 4 for a 30-30. Optics very clear. Haven't used it in low light yet but seems to be a quality scope.

awaveritt · February 25, 2009, 10:05 PM

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Leupold scopes are made in Beaverton, Oregon, except for the Rifleman line which are made in China.

Last week I posted about Leupold Scopes and subsequently got this reply from a Leupold rep about the point of origin for Leupolds Rifleman line of scopes. Thought I'd pass the info along in case any were interested.

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Summary: Leupold Support

Hi Arthur,

All of our Gold Ring products and all of our scopes including Rifleman are machined, built, and assembled right here in Beaverton, Oregon.

Thanks for your interest.

Regards,

Matt Chen

Lloyd Smale · February 26, 2009, 07:31 AM

the new fixed power scopes are actually better. they have the same lens coatings that the older varix111s had. The old ones were only multicoated in the objective lens. these are fully mulitcoated.

rugerfreak · February 26, 2009, 08:57 AM

Was about to say---my Rifleman doesn't have China stamped any where on the scope or the box it came in.

February 17, 2009, 01:40 PM	#2
Scorch Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2006 Location: Washington state Posts: 15,248	Leupold scopes are made in Beaverton, Oregon, except for the Rifleman line which are made in China. I have not used the newer FX scopes, but the M8 scopes are excellent. __________________ Never try to educate someone who resists knowledge at all costs. But what do I know? Summit Arms Services

February 17, 2009, 03:17 PM	#4
spruilldog Member Join Date: June 29, 2006 Location: NC Posts: 60	just bought one Fx 4 for a 30-30. Optics very clear. Haven't used it in low light yet but seems to be a quality scope.

February 17, 2009, 01:37 PM	#1
awaveritt Senior Member Join Date: December 30, 2008 Location: Central Texas Posts: 259	Leupold FX line Years ago I had a Leupold M8 4X scope that I let get away on a rifle I sold. Now I'd like to replace it but notice they are now called the "FX" line. Are these scopes still Made in USA and are they still the same quality as my old one? Call me a cynic, but just wondering. I've always thought Leupold was one of the best and hope they still are.

February 17, 2009, 03:15 PM	#3
pilothunter Junior member Join Date: February 12, 2009 Location: Tn Posts: 400	I think you'll find the length of the new 4X FXII to be a bit shorter than the older M8 and about the same as the VXI and VXII 2-7x33 models. The older M8s are just about perfect matches for the Ruger #1 line with their good eye relief and longish tubes. It's a shame more quality fixed power scopes are not still available, but the Leupold is a very good one.

February 26, 2009, 07:31 AM	#6
Lloyd Smale Junior member Join Date: February 11, 2005 Posts: 822	the new fixed power scopes are actually better. they have the same lens coatings that the older varix111s had. The old ones were only multicoated in the objective lens. these are fully mulitcoated.

February 26, 2009, 08:57 AM	#7
rugerfreak Senior Member Join Date: March 26, 2001 Posts: 819	Was about to say---my Rifleman doesn't have China stamped any where on the scope or the box it came in.