Author: Marine24
Subject: Leica ER vs Leupold VX-6
Posted: June/13/2014 at 16:37
Figured I'd spin a new thread rather than clog up my 375 H&H thread.
Subject: Leica ER vs Leupold VX-6
Posted: June/13/2014 at 16:37
Figured I'd spin a new thread rather than clog up my 375 H&H thread.
Boils down to picking between a Leica ER 2.5-10x42 with ballistic reticle vs a Leupold VX-6 2-12x42 FireDot LR Duplex reticle.
Purpose is general hunting rifle with ranges out to 300 yards on a CZ 550 in 375 H&H.
I've handled the VX-6 and was pleased, but am unable to handle the Leica locally. Eye relief on both is 3.9", which is ideal for the intended purpose. Leica is about an ounce lighter, but essentially a wash on a rifle that is already at 10 lbs.
Magnification ranges are generally comparable as well with Leupold having a slight edge on both the low and high end, but not a significant factor for me. FireDot on the VX-6 is a nice plus for low light situations.
Reviews have been very positive on both scopes on this forum and others with some putting their optical quality in the Z5/Z6 category. Contacted SWFA and was told comparing the VX-6 with the Leica ER was like comparing a Chevette to a Corvette, which I found very surprising.
Am I splitting hairs and should just flip a coin, or is the Leica much better optically compared to the VX-6?