Leupold's new Model VX-5HD Gold Ring Rifle Scope with Randy Newberg

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7 жыл бұрын

Randy Newberg, Hunter gets to test a lot of products for a lot of companies. In this video Randy talks about the new scope he received from Leupold, a VX-5HD in a 3-15x44mm.
Find it here: amzn.to/2NLZFiG
This new scope has a High-Definition (HD) optical system for sharp clarity, and the Twilight Max™ Light Management System for great low-light performance, giving a visible advantage at dawn and dusk. Models with CDS-ZL2 (Custom Dial System ZeroLock 2) elevation dial locks in place so it cannot be inadvertently rotated off zero. A mere press of the button, which also acts as a revolution indicator, will allow the user to dial up two turns of elevation, if necessary. Models with covered popup elevation and windage dials provide fast and accurate sight-in and easy rezero. All VX-5HD CDS-ZL2 riflescopes include one free Custom Ballistic Dial with purchase. All VX-5HD scopes have Guard-ion lens coatings that shed water, dirt, and fingerprints.
In the next video we will mount and bore sight this scope, then follow with a video of taking it to the range and finding our zero. After finding zero we will test the CDS dials for range and start subjecting the scope to real life conditions of hiking with it attached to a pack, bouncing around in a truck, and other things that will prevent movement of the POI once we start hunting.
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@aliciawaller8095 10 ай бұрын

I installed this optic on a crossman 760 air rifle.I have now shot the riffle around 500 times during target/plinking practice, and the kzfaq.infoUgkxc4K63Fd5LglDMObu7-Bgapxp_ef0W8hE scope has done well.With this optic, I have neutralized around 30 pigeons that were invading one of my buildings.For my short range air rifle, I will continue to use this scope, but will be upgrading to a more powerful scope, when I buy a more powerful air rifle, in order to shoot at longer distance.For the money I have spent, this scope has truly been a great buy.

@maverickadventures723 7 жыл бұрын

Almost forgot. As always, our family thoroughly enjoys every new video you put out. We've even gotten used to patiently waiting for the text message on Wednesday's so we can sit out on the porch and listen to your podcasts. Thank you for all you and your crew do for us.

@Fresh_Tracks 7 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear. Thanks for following along.

@nightwave3782 6 жыл бұрын

Leupold VX 5 HD is my dream scope

@codyharrison2987 7 жыл бұрын

I got my 3-15x44 Friday, put it on the win mag and got it zeroed. Ordered my turret this morning.. the fire dot is amazing! I'll be ready for New Mexico come October. Thanks for all the info you provide very down to earth 👍🏻

@Fresh_Tracks 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@SniperC175 5 жыл бұрын

Nice review of my Christmas present ... no need to wrap it up before sending it to me!

@TreF68 4 жыл бұрын

found a good deal on one of these, and love it so much. if I need another rifle one day, im buying another and have no problem paying full price

@fishhuntfamily 7 жыл бұрын

Picking one up for my 6.5CM. Can't wait to get it mounted and on some speed goats in Wyoming next month!!!

@Fresh_Tracks 7 жыл бұрын

Good luck with it.

@JohnRobinson_Oklahoma 7 жыл бұрын

Great video, I just learned another useful bit of information from Randy "PHD". (Professional Hunting Dude)

@Fresh_Tracks 7 жыл бұрын

That's too funny. Glad you find it useful.

@mbaker24 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. Set on a VX-5, but undecided on 2-10 vs 3-15. Would be used on a .308 for elk and deer in eastern Oregon.

@christophermills3960 4 жыл бұрын

What did you go with?

@rubengonzales7739 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video sir thank you. He said Beaverton Oregon lol

@dps6198 4 жыл бұрын

I just got this scope today though mine has the wind plex reticle. It's mounted on a Remington 700 SPS Varmint 22-250 w/26" barrel with Talley Manufacturing mounts holding everything together.

@north4961 Жыл бұрын

Just ordered VX5HD 1-5x24 for my Sig Cross 308 👍👍🇨🇦

@robertlevine8243 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video

@josiahvaloree 6 жыл бұрын

Great video! You mentioned making a video of you mounting and sighting in the scope. Is that video out yet? If so, could you provide the link? I would love to hear some of your thoughts on the scope after shooting it. I just purchased the same scope with the windplex reticle (Got a great deal at gun broker for $695). Now I just have to save enough money for the gun I plan on putting under the scope! haha Thanks!

@applecross4449 6 жыл бұрын

you went over everything, unless I missed it, the gasket for windage cover, bought 5HD, take it home, gasket pops out when windage cover is off, barley tightened the windage cover and the gasket is so soft it stretches the gasket wider than winadge cover so it never makes a seal. Emailed luepold they said they would send another, in the mean time went back to shop and saw 2 5HDs on display same problem, every other model in their display have gaskets that are secured, and when the shop dude tried to pull them up he couldn't. Only the 5HDs are screwed up, how is your 5HD windage gasket? Firmly attached, or falling off and stretched?

@cambo0420 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Randy have you ever used the Boone and cricket reticle? What are your thoughts on it?

@mattd8411 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video is the vx 6 worth the extra money im between the vx 5 and vx 6?

@scottscheuerman6170 4 жыл бұрын

I like Leupolds I just haven’t been able to afford anything better than the vx3i scope I stuck a 3-10 vx3i on my Winchester Model 70 270 win I did get it with boon and Crockett retical

@UNDERDOGMMA 3 жыл бұрын

Randy, How did you know how high the scope height would be for your CDS calculation before you mounted it on your rifle. I am looking to send out the info for my .300 wby but I am still in the waiting period in CA to receive my rifle. I imagining it will be at around 1.5 inch since I purchased Lewpold rings (high) and its the same scope as above. Just want to make sure I get my CDS dial before my hunting trip. Thanks!

@scottschwab3025 6 жыл бұрын

Happy 1st day of summer, Randy! We’re one more season closer to elk and deer hunting. Question: I’m very interested in this VX5HD to top off my new Tikka T3x SuperLite 7mm Rem Mag. From what I have researched, the 7mm begs for distance, but I’m a hunter, not a 1000+ yard target shooter. With that said, if I have this scope, will 15x power suffice for a situation where I may need to make a 600-1000 yard shot across a canyon or in an open plain scenario where I’d have to play the wind as it’s blowing from the animal to me and I’m in its visual as well? Are you still using this scope? How did it hold up in the rigors of the field? Also why did you choose the duplex reticle over others? I’m leaning toward the Wind-Plex. I wish there was an identity scope but had an 18x option with the same weight (18-20oz) saving. Thanks for all you do!

@Fresh_Tracks 6 жыл бұрын

Still using it. Works flawlessly. As for shots at the distances you mention, "doping the wind" requires a lot of practice and a lot of knowledge about your bullet characteristics and environmental conditions. That said, a 15X is enough to shoot at those ranges, but a scope itself will not be the only part of that equation. Best of luck this season.

@scottschwab3025 6 жыл бұрын

Randy Newberg, Hunter My scope came in yesterday, but I have a problem - Leupold advertises their new “Backcountry 2-piece 30mm Medium” for the Tikka T3x, yet I can’t find them ANYWHERE! I like that they’re aluminum (lightweight and strong), bases and lower ring are 1 solid part, and the screw on instead of clamp the rail. Do you have a suggestion as an alternative? What rings did you choose? Thanks!

@larryclark9380 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Randy. Have you previously covered windage adjustments when shooting 300 yards and over? Do you adjust your scope knobs or prefer a hold over of some sort? Thanks. Saving cash for the scope. Should have it two months before next season.

@arttrumbo9496 4 жыл бұрын

I'm not Randy, but I have a little long range shooting experience. Personally, I prefer to hold over for wind. The reason for that is because the wind can change quickly and unexpectedly. By holding rather than dialing, I have a better chance of getting my shot off before the wind shifts. There are people out there that dial, but holding is better, IMHO.

@larryclark9380 3 жыл бұрын

Art Trumbo I am going to agree with you. The VX5 will do what I need. The windage knob isn’t as good as the VX6, but I don’t expect to actually dial for wind anyway. Have a good “1”

@mtnhunter5578 5 жыл бұрын

How are you liking the scope so far?

@Randy_Savage_ohyeah 7 жыл бұрын

I have considered getting a CDS and am curious does the dial actually have yardage marks (200, 300, etc.) or do you need to translate a different number (MOA) to the desired yardage? I have been using the B&C reticle on my VX3 and find it pretty effective.

@Fresh_Tracks 7 жыл бұрын

They have yardage marks at every 10 yards.

@michaelbosisto6259 2 жыл бұрын

I wish the windage was like the CDS dial.

@micfasto8700 7 жыл бұрын

How does it compare to last year's VX-6? This is likely that what I am going to put on my rifle this year. I am a fan of the windplex and the Vx-6 HD does not come with the windplex.

@Fresh_Tracks 7 жыл бұрын

It is very close, but the VX-6HD has a few features that make it one notch higher.

@tylerhines4054 6 жыл бұрын

Randy i am looking at either the 2-10X by 42mm or the 3-15X by 56mm. I do the majority of my hunting on the east coast at distances less than 200 yards, but i do go on an elk hunt every year out west. I like the 56mm with the fire dot for the low light conditions but I like the 2-10X for the weight savings for those long hikes out west where every ounce counts. What would be your recommendations for me?

@Fresh_Tracks 6 жыл бұрын

I have a 2-10x on one of my rifles and I use it out west. I have it for the exact reasons you mention, weight. At 10x, this scope is amazing. If weight is a thought, 2-10x is a great option.

@henrybittle5234 6 жыл бұрын

Hey bud, someone told me in a one inch tube no need to go to 50mm because you can only get just so much light through 1 inch, so i would imagine with a 30mm tube 50mm would be it for light. Check with someone who knows what im trying to say, not sure that is correct info

@Alex-gi7sm 6 ай бұрын

This scope is very interesting. This combination of lightness, short length, field of view and side focus is hard to beat. Not sure if it has been covered in the comments. But 2800fps for a 165gr bullet in the .308 must be on the top end. My calculation says, you need handloads with Hodgdon CFE223 to get in that velocity range. Cheers and happy Chtistmas 😊

@KrzysztofGrabinski 4 жыл бұрын

Where did you find this exact document at 5:56?

@richardwitt4308 6 жыл бұрын

So I gotta ask Randy. With the advances in rifles, ammo, optics and ballistic software, do you still hold true to you're rule of not taking animals over 350 yards? Just curious. Thanks Randy

@Fresh_Tracks 6 жыл бұрын

Yup. I do a lot of shooting at much longer ranges, but for hunting ranges, I keep it pretty close.

@missythompson5769 2 жыл бұрын

Randy, I will be making my purchase soon. I am curious why the VX5 and not the VX6??

@Fresh_Tracks 2 жыл бұрын

Just a function of features I need or don't need. Both are excellent.

@justinalexander3931 6 жыл бұрын

How did you come up with your elevation for the cds?

@Fresh_Tracks 6 жыл бұрын

Based on the places I am most likely to hunt elk.

@lukefoster3550 3 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know where this glass is made ? What type of glass ? What are the specs on the glass such as light transmission ? I cannot believe this information isn’t provided by leupold on a scope of this price .

@johncrowley3833 5 жыл бұрын

Just went to order a Alpine Mountain Rifle from Howa really liked the light weight and found they have been continued. Any idea why. Keep hunting

@Fresh_Tracks 5 жыл бұрын

Hard to keep the stocks in supply. They have some new stuff coming in the next year that will be a great replacement for the lightweight mountain rifle.

@kevinm2832 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply. Howa rifles have a great reputation for accuracy and value for money in Australia but everyone has told me the weight will be an issue. I was looking at the Mauser M18 but will wait and see what the new Howa line looks like in comparison.

@cambo0420 6 жыл бұрын

What reticle does Randy Newberg use

@OkestCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

What length barrel were you getting 2800 fps out of!?

@hunterduff5974 5 жыл бұрын

Where did you go o look at that pdf.

@srvbluesmaster 6 жыл бұрын

How does tempature affect the cds? Say if I had the turret for -15 c but its -25 that day?

@Fresh_Tracks 6 жыл бұрын

Depends on many other factors. I download "Dope" about my loads and how each of them are affected by changes in altitude and temperature, so if there is a large variance from what my dials are set for, I can know what the different will be.

@justbouncemiami9878 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Randy, Can't seem to find any info on parallax. How far down does it go? Thanks, Chris

@Fresh_Tracks 6 жыл бұрын

This goes to infinity.

@justbouncemiami9878 6 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry Randy, I meant how close 25 or 50 yds? Thank again, Chris

@Fresh_Tracks 6 жыл бұрын

Not sure. I'll look.

@rmgoad8188 3 жыл бұрын

Randy, what happens to the scopes you've been using since Leupold sends you new samples to use and shoot? Sure would be nice if there was a way to sell these to hunters at a discount. I love their products but some of us have more restrictive budgets.

@Bigfish1day 5 жыл бұрын

What is effective range for this scope? Just got one myself, this is my first Leupold scope.

@xxxarmycop 4 жыл бұрын

Way farther than most can shoot. Get with CDS dial and it goes around twice..so depending on your caliber/load etc easily out to 1000 yds. My vx2 with one turn cds goes out to 600 on a fairly slow /06

@texassportsman5880 2 жыл бұрын

Depending on the ammo you use. Most over the counter ammo is lethal out to 400 yards. Hornady ELD-X a couple of hundred yards further. The turret on mine is customized for .22-250 and the turret can be adjusted two full rotations so out to 900 yards. Can I effectively use a .22-250 out to that distance? Its effective our to 500 yards and a little more. Too many variables; spin drift, wind drift, gravity, coriolis effect, etc. The only reason I bought the scope was the discounted price as sales incentive when I worked at my LGS. I got two Swarovaki scopes Z3 and Z5, one Zeiss V4 scope and one pair of Zeiss binoculars for free. That said my longest shot was about 350 - 375 yards and it's not likely that I'll use the full capabilities of any of scopes I have.

@albertjohnyabo9849 2 жыл бұрын

What model of 5HD is that? I mean a firedot or duplex.

@visiter127 5 жыл бұрын

Getti g one for 6.5 creedmore thanks for the video

@rauls6481 5 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking of doing the same thing what rings are you going with?

@visiter127 5 жыл бұрын

@@rauls6481 I'm using a teir one mount

@andrewcamara3402 6 жыл бұрын

Hi randy. Are your vx-3i scopes (3.5 - 10× ) or ( 4.5 - 14×) my hunting ranges are also 400 yards and below. Looking for my new weatherby .270 and cant decide. I would appreciate your opinion. Love all the videos.

@Fresh_Tracks 6 жыл бұрын

I have one of each. They works fine for ranges under 400 yards. If possible, and weight is not an issue, go with the 4.5-14X and get a bigger objective lens. You will like it for the longer end of the ranges you mention.

@TrueLineOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

Randy I can’t think you enough your content. I’m hoping to go on my first elk hunt this fall. I work in financial services and thought it was neat you work in accounting. I wanted to ask about the CDS system. I have shot 150 grain 308 for the last few years on West Texas mule deer. I like the 150 and am going to get E tips. I noticed on dial selection I have to use 150 or 165 specific when I buy the custom dial. I would prefer to use 150 for deer and up to 165 for elk. Is there a huge difference here or am I overthinking this? Have you shot an elk with 150 E tips? Any help would be greatly appreciated and I hope taxes aren’t too time consuming this year so you can get in some Spring scouting. -Kyle

@Fresh_Tracks 5 жыл бұрын

I've not shot 150 E-tips. I shoot 168 E-tips for whatever I am hunting.

@TrueLineOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Randy really appreciate it. Grabbing some today.

@idahooutdoors2695 5 жыл бұрын

I’d need a second job to get this scope lol

@larryclark9380 3 жыл бұрын

$15*40 hrs = $600 + OT $22.50*10 hrs = $600 + $225 = $825 = shiny new scope. Well, maybe another few hours for taxes. Worth the effort. Get to work!

@jessemyers1575 4 жыл бұрын

Ok so I live in Florida get my zero then send leupold my ammo and area I intend to hunt In Colorado and get a dial ?

@timmoore6055 4 жыл бұрын

The folks there on the other end of the phone will ask a bunch of questions; altitude will be important. Been a while since I got my last dial, but boy howdy do they work! I'm using a 3Xi and love it!

@1976axerhand 6 жыл бұрын

how is the turrets accuracy holding up?

@Fresh_Tracks 6 жыл бұрын

Perfectly.

@1976axerhand 6 жыл бұрын

vn. one more question how good is the glass ? how far out can you see say .223 holes on paper?

@Fresh_Tracks 6 жыл бұрын

Glass is excellent. I've never tried to test how far I can see .223 holes on paper, as it is mounted in a .308 Win.

@adamcostilla1692 5 жыл бұрын

Can you buy this for VX-2's?

@Fresh_Tracks 5 жыл бұрын

Nope. VX-2 has been replaced by the VX-Freedom.

@magaman6353 4 жыл бұрын

They charge $149.95 for the front lens cap (not included) and $65 for the eyepiece cover (not included), $189.00 for the throw lever (not included), $60.00 for a sunshade (not included) and $25.00 for a scope shroud (not included). All stuff other scopes (like Bushnell) at this price point include. How is this not highway robbery?

@outdoorsman812 4 жыл бұрын

Maga Man paying for the logo

@blackmamba24dm 5 жыл бұрын

The most important part which are the lenses are made in Japan. They are high quality but I don't like when it's advertised as being made in the USA. It is designed and assembled in the US but the lenses are made in Japan.

@windellpenton 5 жыл бұрын

Dbr24venom Actually they are “sourced” China, Japan, and Europe. Most all scope manufacturers source their glass. Some of the best glass is from Japan. There is not a manufacturer of optical glass in the US that can supply the quantity that scope manufacturers demand . Remember it’s just the raw glass, Leupold grinds and coats their optics with their proprietary coatings, which is the most important process in regards to optical quality .

@HawjOutdoors 7 жыл бұрын

How many yards can that scope go out too?

@Fresh_Tracks 7 жыл бұрын

I think it goes to 1,800, far, far, beyond what I would ever shoot. My hunting distances are 400 yards and under.

@HawjOutdoors 7 жыл бұрын

Wow okay thank you! I've been eying this scope for a while. I hunt in CA most shots are 100-200yrds only but there are open ridges that goes out to 1k yards. Thanks for replying

@avalos2133 6 жыл бұрын

What do you think about the VX 6HD?

@Fresh_Tracks 6 жыл бұрын

Love it. I have two of them.

@avalos2133 6 жыл бұрын

Send me one bud PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@blackmamba24dm 5 жыл бұрын

@@Fresh_Tracks It would be awesome to have a Leupold scope. You should give one away:)

@1969plato 5 жыл бұрын

Is the 6HD twice as good as the 5HD (it costs almost twice as much)? I doubt it... This scope seems to hit the perfect price-performance spot to me.

@mansiratkaur8268 5 жыл бұрын

How much cost, this rifle scope.

@dps6198 3 жыл бұрын

Retails for around $900

@maverickadventures723 7 жыл бұрын

Will Leopold's make that custom cap for anyone who knows there specs or is that a Randy Newberg exclusive? If the general public can, what's the process taken to order one to your own personal specs? I load my own rounds more out of habit and upbringing. I've got my special blend and it would be nice to have that option. Currently I'm the, "Two inches above his back" guy. Spend all that time and effort to essentially guess during crunch time.

@Fresh_Tracks 7 жыл бұрын

Yes, if you buy a CDS model scope from Leupold it will come with the ability to order a dial for your loads. Not a "Randy Newberg exclusive."

@kingofthesofas 6 жыл бұрын

do you get this even if you buy it via a gun store vs direct from leupold?

@timmoore6055 4 жыл бұрын

@@kingofthesofas Yes. And you phone them and they ask a bunch of questions.

@kingofthesofas 4 жыл бұрын

@@timmoore6055 I can confirm. Since I made that comment I bought one, got the custom dial and dropped a public land elk in Wyoming at 380 yards with it. 10/10 would buy again.

@UNDERDOGMMA 3 жыл бұрын

@@kingofthesofas Did you zero-in at 100 yards or 200 yards?

@ActinOut Жыл бұрын

I just bought the impact 29 moa in this scope and it sucks! The reticle is too fine to have any usefulness. It's about the equivalent of a first focal plane at the lowest power; however, with the ffp, it grows in size as one increases the power and so becomes more visible. Unfortunately this is a second focal plane, so the reticle stays the same at all levels, rendering it essentially useless. If you are looking for a scope to use for long range shooting and hunting, I'd recommend a pass on this one. Trying to look at something in the trees and the reticle entirely dissappears. But it's not that visible, even not in the trees.

@paulscountry456 6 жыл бұрын

@matthewmurillo362 3 жыл бұрын

is the glass on all the vx scopes the same quality 3,5,or6

@kren1101 7 жыл бұрын

If you don't want the scope that you took off I'll take it! hahaha!

@Fresh_Tracks 7 жыл бұрын

Already spoken for. Sorry.

@kren1101 7 жыл бұрын

Dang. Well keep me in mind for when you get another new one!

@MrAndy7316 4 жыл бұрын

My wife thinks 4” is a foot ha!

@willbranson3216 4 жыл бұрын

Does Randy Newberg do anything except paid infomercials?

@willbranson3216 3 жыл бұрын

@Reel-Lentless I'm sure he's a nice guy, loves his family and treats everyone with respect.....but does he receive money or free equipment from Leupold?

@willbranson3216 3 жыл бұрын

@Reel-Lentless Then his reviews are no more than infomercials.