Leupold "VX-Freedom" Rimfire MOA 3-9x40mm Scope

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Күн бұрын

The Leupold VX-Freedom range is better quality than the VX2 but at a lower price than the VX1. I found nothing wrong with this scope, it was clear, precise with adjustments and at the right price.

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@SaltySaints 9 ай бұрын

Ozzie, you rock! You explained the scope, shots, adjustments, etc. very thoroughly. We appreciate taking time to share this with us!

@ozziereviews 9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@FullTimeHypocrite 6 ай бұрын

@@ozziereviews up to which distance would you say the focus setting is not a problem? 120y still ok?

@teatowel11 6 жыл бұрын

Loving that you’re giving the rimfires some love.

@ozziereviews 6 жыл бұрын

They get plenty of love on my channel :)

@Hesirontuff 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this, this helped me a ton in understanding the scope as it's my first real rifle scope for trying to be accurate with past 50 yards.

@oncall21 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing this Ozzie. A lot of shooters were looking forward to an honest review. 👍

@ozziereviews 6 жыл бұрын

No problem mate

@cliffcollins697 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir, I am about to purchase this scope in Alabama and your comments have been most helpful. Take care~

@ozziereviews 6 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Cliff

@Severe2jz 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure how you have managed to review everything im buying but thanks so much for your hard work

@Hoytbuff 5 жыл бұрын

Great review. Love your videos! Keep up the good work.

@edjett2631 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the review. I recommended this scope to a friend of mine and he got it today! I'm pretty sure based on my experience with Leupold optics, he will love it.

@jimkemp566 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, great information. Thanks for making this easy to understand, I have always liked Leupold, you just confirmed that I was correct in my thinking.

@mikedee6173 6 жыл бұрын

As always, an excellent review Ozzie.

@ozziereviews 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike

@regsparkes6507 6 жыл бұрын

I have an order in now for the new Tikka rimfire rifle and this looks like a perfect 'companion' scope for this rifle too. I'm impressed with this Leupold scope performance. Thanks for the time it took you to make this video Ozzie.

@ozziereviews 6 жыл бұрын

No problem Reg, glad you liked it!

@Mrtjw 5 жыл бұрын

Thinking the same... haha

@Kurtfromnz 6 жыл бұрын

Great review mate I have a 27 year old leupold 3x9 it's on my ruger mini 30 . Never lost zero

@BogDustForBreakfast 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the review mate . just purchased this for my RPR 22lr

@allenbmooresharinginformation Жыл бұрын

My first one was a lemon with adjustment breaking while I was working to zero it for the first time. The second has been great helping me to win a few social fun shoots with targets out to 100 yards.

@detoxnath83 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. Scope seems to track well. I’m running one on my .44 mag Marlin. Slimline scope suits the rifle well. I’m very happy with it. Although it’s on a centrefire it’s great 💪🏻

@ozziereviews 5 жыл бұрын

I believe it'd just be the parallax setting that is different when comparing the rimfire to centrefire vx-freedom

@robwilton2325 6 жыл бұрын

Spot on! I put one on my 77/22 and love it. As you say, can’t fault it.

@ozziereviews 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah they are great for the price

@AussieMaleTuber 6 жыл бұрын

Great. Thanks very much for this one!

@petecollins2543 5 жыл бұрын

Good onya mate, thanks for another quality review.

@dudeputITaway 5 жыл бұрын

Great review Ozzie

@outbackfamily 6 жыл бұрын

good work as usual mate ~

@richardstoffel6585 4 ай бұрын

Looking at getting my first rimfire. I was looking at this scope, now trying to figure out what rifle 😂 I narrowed down between ruger american / cz457 Thanks for the review!

@robertsalyers1351 2 жыл бұрын

Great video lots of useful information I've just purchased a VX- Freedom 3-9×40 cds tri MOA for my Sig Sauer M400 snakebite se...look out Coyotes !

@Jarhead6 6 жыл бұрын

Exellent test! Thanks!

@Rambonii 4 жыл бұрын

They make these where I live putting one of these vx scopes on a 338win mag just dreading the day I sight it in lol. Nice video man

@scotteger6271 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure what you're dreading more...the recoil or the cost of shooting a 338. If it's the recoil and you're barrel isn't threaded, here's a link to a company that makes excellent clamp on muzzle brakes: www.wittmachine.net/custom-clamp-on-muzzle-brake.html?id=22713283&quantity=1&custom%5B77237%5D=&custom%5B77238%5D=&custom%5B77239%5D=

@jackschnabel856 4 жыл бұрын

I believe that the rimfire scopes are the most practical. The only difference between rimfire and normal Leupold scopes is the parallax- it'll still work with any rifle. 60yrds is way more practical and more realistic if you ever really need your rifle

@regsparkes6507 4 жыл бұрын

Ozzie's correct,..this scope works wonders on my rifle too!

@sfixx 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful review since I plan to swop my Nikon P-22 for this Leupold (My son will get the Nikon on his 10/22). Which scope mount are you using? THANKS!

@samuelfitzsimmons8907 6 жыл бұрын

Ive got the vx1 on my cz452 but i prefer this i think cheers for the review ozzie

@ozziereviews 6 жыл бұрын

I like these better than the VX1

@dopagony9946 2 жыл бұрын

great review, 3 years later.

@johnwilmott8063 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review, nice scope for the price. Although i think 3-9 power with a forty mil objective is just a bit of an overkill for a rimfire scope. 1.5-4 or 2-7 maybe, with a simple duplex reticle.

@rickypelczarski5131 2 жыл бұрын

Terrific review!

@bombsawaylemay770 Жыл бұрын

That's a nice shooting range you got there.

@jasonbates1407 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review mate. Out of interest would you recommend this "rimfire version" to go on a 22lr as opposed to a standard VX Freedom so to speak? I quite like the look of the Huntplex reticle but isn't offered in the Rimfire version. Thanks.

@Porty1119 3 жыл бұрын

I've got the 1.5-4x model. It's held up to a fair amount of .270; hopefully it handles mine/ranch duty as well as the Trijicon I've got on my other rifle.

@Alan.livingston 6 жыл бұрын

A while back I swapped out the Nikon I was using on my Howa mini action for a Leupold VX1 and it’s a vast improvement. The Nikon was an adequate optic for the money but the Leupold is lighter and the clarity is vastly better.

@ozziereviews 6 жыл бұрын

Yep Leupold is a good benchmark in the scope world in my view...

@-TheRealScubasteve- 5 жыл бұрын

ozziereviews Question for ya. Did your turrets have any tactical feeling To them or even make noise? Mine are straight much and you can’t tell how many clicks you’ve turned. Thanks for the great videos.

@scotteger6271 3 жыл бұрын

I have 2 VX Freedom scopes...your description of "mushy" turrets is accurate. In speaking to a Leupold rep it's because it's a plastic on plastic turret design. Have to step up to the VX3 now to get metal on metal turret adjustment. I've found that mine work fine though and hold zero. One side note...if you were to get the CDS scope in the VX Freedom line...the windage turret would be the same but the elevation turret would be like a VX3...as all the CDS turrets are the same (regardless of scope family).

@nightwave3782 6 жыл бұрын

Leupold always did make a decent product for a decent price

@scotteger6271 3 жыл бұрын

I was looking at the rimfire VX Freedom scopes, as I have a couple VX Freedom on my centerfire hunting rifles. I'm not opposed to a 3-9x, but was wanting a 2-7x more...not sure why Leupold chose to discontinue that model.

@ramblinonandon 6 жыл бұрын

Great review..but it annoys me when magazine reviewers do the adjustment test but never check on whether the group alters position when adjusting the magnification..as you know, and mentioned, when you are hunting it is rare to alter the dials, but very common to change the power factor..ie..in the scrub or in the open areas..l would love to see all reviewers cover this side of testing..you sound like someone who hunts so you can see my point..great to see reviews on Aussie available stuff

@ozziereviews 6 жыл бұрын

Sure, I'll have a look at including it in future scope reviews...

@ramblinonandon 6 жыл бұрын

ozziereviews thanks..l'm sure many people will find it useful..l always carry my rifle with the scope set on 6X but occasionally have to go higher or lower..l do know my own scopes, but would love to know how a new scope performs before l buy one..thanks again

@lrjh750f1 5 жыл бұрын

Heya Ozzie. Revisiting an older review - hope that's ok. Was wondering if you have used the scope in field at distances around 25-30 meters, and what the image focus is like at those distances? I have the older 3-9 by 33 EFR (adjustable objective) Leupold rimfire scope but our bunnies are way more jittery now, and there's little time to adjust the AO between distances (my AO has always been a little tight to move) - downside is if you don't adjust, a 30 meter bunny at an AO adjustment of 50 meters is pretty out of focus. Was hoping the Freedom was relatively in focus at those shorter distances? Cheers.

@duellbeard 5 жыл бұрын

It is crap. I put in on my Tikka .17HMR and was trying to get it roughly sighted in, none of my fancy stuff fit .17. At about 15yds. I thought I was looking through a Coke bottle. Moved it to about 25yds. and things improved but not perfect. All of this was done in the southern U.S. woods. The turrets and adjustments suck. I will have to say I love the glass and reticle but this scope is a 50 yd plus only, not for rimfires or my 22 Hornet. I want the versatility. Sorry I am talking about the same scope but with the Tri-Moa.

@fisherboy444 6 жыл бұрын

How’s the performance in terms of sharpness/clarity compared to the v3xi 3.5-10x40 cds? And the tracking? I wish they can put a tri moa reticle for a v3xi..

@TheTinyDogLeo 6 ай бұрын

Great video. What was the weight on those.22 bullets you were shooting in the video?

@jayonez137 3 жыл бұрын

I paid $179 for my 2-7 Freedom Love it on my 10-22

@willambranning1166 4 жыл бұрын

Guys this scope is bang for buck I have the scope on a 30-06 holds zero and track extremely well

@rjonzen34 6 жыл бұрын

Just ordered a Steyr RFR 17hmr. What would you recommend for that particular rifle?

@ozziereviews 6 жыл бұрын

Sure

@pigmeal2224 5 жыл бұрын

G'Day Ozzie, Thanks for the review … however it actually swayed me AWAY from the Freedom Rimfire!! We own a few .22's and a Lithgow LA101 has a Bushnell Rimfire Optics - which uses a CDS type system to allow a dead-on hold at known ranges. It's terrific for the money, and creepy accurate … but we now want to change out the Chinese scope that came with a new packaged CZ455 Bushman Special and wanted to make sure that if we bought yet another new Bushnell that we were getting the best we could for the price. There are two major drawbacks your review disclosed in the Leupold as far as we can see. Firstly the adjustment dials don't appear to have a resettable zero mark. Straight away it rules this out as an option for us as we frequently change from standard to HV and back again, etc; secondly the hash marks don't appear to be customised for rimfire rounds as the model name may suggest …. they're simply "mil dot" type measurements. Unless I'm wrong, this would be a scope for all seasons as it were … usable on any rifle in particular. Sort of makes me wonder why Leupold named it a "rimfire" model?!?! Sincerely appreciate the detail and practicality of your reviews … and appreciate your enlightenment with this one …. I nearly made a poor purchase decision!

@FearlessMagpie 5 жыл бұрын

The "Rimfire" designated scopes will have their parallax fixed at 60yds whereas a standard Riflescope will have its parallax fixed at 150yds.

@pigmeal2224 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate. Please note the Bushnell rimfire series has adjustable parallax/focus.

@jeffisgro4199 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2x7x33 freedom on my tcr22 performance center and it’s a super clear. I like how thin the crosshairs are as well. Very easy to pin point shots

@scotteger6271 3 жыл бұрын

The 2-7x is what I wanted for a squirrel rifle build I'm doing this winter. For whatever reason it's been discontinued by Leupold. Looks like I'll have to get the 3-9x, which will be ok, but I would have rather had the other one.

@jschoenzy9416 3 жыл бұрын

@@scotteger6271 I'm on the opposite side of this, I was looking for the 3x9 but all I can find in Canada is the 2x7. Was thinking of going ahead and getting it anyway. Maybe you'd be interested in buying yours and doing a trade with me?

@scotteger6271 3 жыл бұрын

@@jschoenzy9416 that might be able to work. I can't find any 3-9x locally so I'd have to order directly from Leupold...so not sure how long it would take me to get the 3-9x. We'd also have to look at how much shipping is each direction and determine if it's worth it. Let me know your thoughts and if you're still interested send me your email so I can contact you directly.

@jschoenzy9416 3 жыл бұрын

@@scotteger6271 Ya, shipping could be a concern cost wise. Send me an email and we could discuss it further, schoenau2029@gmail.com

@jeffisgro4199 3 жыл бұрын

That’s funny I couldn’t find a 3x9 anywhere only thing I could get was the 2x7🤷🏼‍♂️

@omarhammoud7223 6 жыл бұрын

Ozzie would you recommend a Mil or MOA scope, do you think its easier to hold over in inches ?

@MrDazzim 6 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure Mil is for working out distance to target isn't it? I would go with MOA personally.

@joracer1 3 жыл бұрын

Never had a leupold not track dead on..dont like not having parallax adjustment, want it on a .17 hmr.

@josephp6990 4 жыл бұрын

How would you like this scope for standing silhouette shooting?

@deancoran7537 3 жыл бұрын

Is this scope suitable for 100m target shooting with a Tikka T1X 22LR?

@2legit89 3 жыл бұрын

Do you know if you can get the cds dials for these?

@hamishgirvan5007 2 жыл бұрын

How would you compare this to the burris droptine rimfire scope?

@waitin4winter 4 жыл бұрын

Noob question. What makes a scope a rimfire scope vs a centerfire scope vs a muzzleloader scope? Isnt it all the same and what actually matters is the distance you want to use it, regardless if it's a rimfire or not?

@scotteger6271 3 жыл бұрын

So a couple of things...first, and probably most drastic difference is that almost all fixed parallax centerfire scopes are set to 100 yards. Most rimfire scopes are set closer (50 yards, but I believe Leupold sets this at 60 yards). That just means that if you tend to shoot a rimfire at shorter distances, a rimfire scope would be the better option. Another difference can be build quality/durability. Not every rimfire scope can handle the recoil of a centerfire rifle. In the case of Leupold I believe this rimfire scope can handle the recoil fine. Rimfire specific scopes also tend to be a little lighter overall, which is helpful on a lighter rimfire rifle. Lastly, I would say that the reticle is also sometimes made for rimfire type ballistics. Again, this Leupold is just MOA hash marks so could work for anything, but there are some scopes that have rimfire/caliber specific reticles...such as a scope made for .17hmr.

@Nicksta177 2 жыл бұрын

Will changing the magnification on this scope change the POI

@ramsrepublic8477 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ozzie - do you agree that they are better than a vx-1? I haven't seen a freedom yet in person...

@charlesturner 6 жыл бұрын

RAM's REPUBLIC I bought a vx rifleman in 3-9 ×40 from cleavers for a cheap price, the image is clearer and sharper than my vx-1 4 - 12 x 40 from 10 years ago.

@ozziereviews 6 жыл бұрын

Yes I do

@ramsrepublic8477 6 жыл бұрын

ozziereviews - sweet - I just ordered a VX-Freedom 4-12x40 Tri-MOA . It was actually slightly cheaper than the VX-1 4-12 Duplex that a bought a few years ago.

@agapeguy777 2 жыл бұрын

What height is your weaver mounts? Low? Medium?

@gaco49 Жыл бұрын

Yassss

@jonathontsoukalas 9 ай бұрын

would u go with the 3-9x40 or the 4-12x40

@ShowemRight 4 жыл бұрын

I'm Thinking about this optic for my Cz 455 in 22 magnum

@jeffisgro4199 3 жыл бұрын

Get it. Worth every penny

@scotteger6271 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure if you got the scope or not but if you do, check out the rings that Warne makes specifically for the CZ rimfire rifles. They mount right to the dovetail and are rock solid.

@nathanreed9622 3 жыл бұрын

Hey i need help. What size mount do you need to mount this on a bolt rifle?

@scotteger6271 3 жыл бұрын

Depends on what mount you have on the rifle. If it's the standard weaver style scope bases, probably medium height rings. If you have a picatinny rail, you might be able to get away with low rings.

@victorcolon5454 4 ай бұрын

Is this scope good for the ruger American hunter 308

@rickspalding3047 5 жыл бұрын

i just bought this for 200 bucks and a free mount with it.

@buzznnn9066 6 жыл бұрын

Would a leupold patrol 3- be good on a marlin 1895 sbl

@KWBowen2010 5 жыл бұрын

I put a Leupold VX-HOG 1-4x24 on mine and would say it is great for this gun. I've shot light cowboy loads up to hot HSM 430 gr hard cast and 405 gr Buffalo Bore. The scope has stayed perfect zero for 3 years/500 rounds and the glass is outstanding for the price.

@ts-cu2jc 4 жыл бұрын

What hight rings were you using.Thanks

@scotteger6271 3 жыл бұрын

I can't answer for him but ring height depends on a few factors. If you're using weaver style mounts that are on the action, you'll probably need med height rings with a 40mm objective. Depends of course on how high a company makes their med rings. If you mount the scope using a picatinny rail, you can usually get away with slightly lower rings, in this example low rings vs medium. It all depends on what eye relief you need and how the rail is built (some have an overhang towards the front that can interfere with your scope bell). It may be expensive but what I've done in the past is found rings I like using and bought low, med and high of the same ones. As I've used them on different rifles I've then replaced the size I used...always keeping one of each height around. I've found I have used low and med far more often than high rings. Hope that helps.

@WilbertRamos777 Жыл бұрын

What are the torque specs on this scope?

@gonilena9367 Жыл бұрын

Is this scope for 30 06 rifles?

@George_5050 6 жыл бұрын

Is it easy to get cheap scope covers for this scope? The flip-up Leupold ones are crazy expensive. I'm trying to decide between this and the VX-1 3-9x40, but leaning more toward the VX-1 because it comes with scope covers.

@ozziereviews 6 жыл бұрын

Butler creek

@scotteger6271 3 жыл бұрын

The Leupold ones ARE expensive...but they screw into the scope and are excellent. So if you can overcome the price I don't think you'll be unhappy with the covers.

@ShowemRight 4 жыл бұрын

thats a Baddass looking rifle rest, whats the name please?

@damodoesall6240 6 жыл бұрын

Mine was scuffed and scratched right out of the box, not happy Jan !

@MegaRaimundo123 4 жыл бұрын

where is made this scope???

@jeffisgro4199 3 жыл бұрын

USA

@kristianmandu1064 3 жыл бұрын

Does this scope require batteries?

@victorcordova8338 3 жыл бұрын

Nah bruh, cuz I milk da cows no cap

@wesidk5662 10 ай бұрын

It's awesome to hear an Australian advocating buying American.

@campingwithasocom1947 4 жыл бұрын

Did you get a warranty card?

@scotteger6271 3 жыл бұрын

You do not need a warranty card with Leupold. You can register the scope on their website if you have an account. Otherwise you can just contact them if you need warranty repair. You do not need a receipt and do not have to be the original owner to get service. They're excellent to deal with.

@campingwithasocom1947 3 жыл бұрын

@@scotteger6271 well thank you sir! Much appreciated 😎

@scotteger6271 3 жыл бұрын

@@campingwithasocom1947 no problem happy to help! Leupold has great customer service if you should ever need it

@samuelblacksmith2956 5 жыл бұрын

Make a video for the 6.5 CM... tri m.o.a reticle VX Freedom 3x9... I have the setup just don’t have the time. Busy busy...

@raider6511 6 жыл бұрын

Ozzie what's that movin in the water behind ya??

@ozziereviews 6 жыл бұрын

At what time exactly?

@chenderson4969 4 жыл бұрын

ozziereviews the crocs and ducks at your place get along ok obviously mate 😂

@EarthSurferUSA 5 жыл бұрын

The way you fine guys pronounce "aluminum" is quite striking to us in the USA, like Vanna White added a vowel and syllable to the metric system. :) "A-loom-in-numb" (4 syllable's) "Al-a-min-(e)-um" (5 syllable's) I know we pronounce words differently, but I think it is rare they the same word can have different number of syllable's. I think the pronunciation of a vowel that I don't see in the word, makes you guys wrong. :)

@shortstacknunya8836 5 жыл бұрын

The guy who discovered aluminium first called it alumium, then changed it to aluminum, then later changed it to aluminium, so actually we are more up to date.

@LittleTed1000 5 жыл бұрын

+EarthSurferUSA _"I think the pronunciation of a vowel that I don't see in the word, makes you guys wrong. :)"_ It's spelled differently outside of America too there, genius.

@EarthSurferUSA 5 жыл бұрын

@@shortstacknunya8836 www.aluminum.org/aluminum-advantage/history-aluminum No such history there. But From wikipedia: Humphry Davy "suggested" (suggested), the metal be named alumium in 1808[31] and aluminum in 1812, thus producing the modern name.(modern name) [30] Other scientists used the spelling aluminium; the former spelling regained usage in the United States in the following decades.[32]. (But Humphry Davis was a British Chemist, so that is what it was called in Europe also.) And Gay used to mean "happy". Like changing words, (the meaning especially, which is not changed here), they did the same thing to math, making it dysfunctional also. :) Aluminum, (again named by a British Chemist, changed by people who have no knowledge of Chemistry). say it. Say It!! SAY IT!!!!!!!! lol

@EarthSurferUSA 5 жыл бұрын

@@LittleTed1000 It was a British Chemist, (Humphry Davis 1812) who named it Aluminum, and spelled it that way. It used to be spelled the same in Europe and the USA. We have no idea why Europe changed it. There seems to be no reason at all, or even any names that did it. Probably just some bums, (political scientists, for example), who wanted a piece of the fame by renaming slice of the work of Davis, and calling it their own, who ever they are. I suggest we take our heritage back, starting with calling it Aluminum, as the man did who discovered it's use as a metal. :)

@LittleTed1000 5 жыл бұрын

@@EarthSurferUSA You can spell and pronounce the word however you like you just don't get to pretend that your way is the "correct" way in light of the history already explained to you, that's all. (P.S. The discoverer changed the name... twice. Not just "some bum", moron.) Can I assume you now realise how stupid your initial comment was now that you understand the word is spelled differently outside the U.S?