Rifle Scopes Leupold VX3 I LRP or Vortex Viper PST GenII

[liberty2701]

I am looking at these two scopes for PRS matches. I always liked Leupold especially since it is made in the USA.

1) LEUPOLD - VX-3I LRP 6.5-20X50MM SIDE FOCUS FFP CCH RETICLE
This is Leupolds new CCH reticle which is preorder at this time. I like the large turrets and do not mind the 5m turret. Price is $899.

2) Viper PST Gen II 5-25x50 FFP
Price is $840.
Which of these will have better glass and track more accurately? What about durability? The Leupold is also 10 oz lighter.
I want to keep the cost under a $1k.

 

[bigwatchpilot]

Either will work. I have several Leupolds and a few Vortex. Resale on the Vortex is better, looks cool, great reticle. Leupold has better glass, reticle looks good, and much better eye box. If you can get behind them that would be good I would say go with your gut and you will be happy. Im not sure if the Leupold has zero stop and they both have perfect warranties. If you are a brand loyal guy go with what you know.

 

[liberty2701]

I already have a Vx3i lrp 4.5-14x50 SFP TMR and love it. I am looking for higher mag, better reticle and FFP. I have no experience with Vortex but they seem to be liked. Leupold has zero stop turrets.