So I was browsing gun.deals this morning & I ran across a deal for a blemished Leupold Marksman 3-9x40 scope. In all honesty I've never owned a Leupold anything & I don't really need a scope but it looked like it might be a deal. I did some research & I don't think I'm buying but it did raise the question in my mind. Would you order a scope from online that was advertised as "blemished" or do you think that would be a bad idea?
Would You Buy A Blemished Scope?
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redneck2
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I bought some Leupold binos that had the threads stripped on the eye piece. Leupold replaced them N/C
I would assume the blemish is something cosmetic
I would assume the blemish is something cosmetic
edwardware
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A blemished "scope"? No.
A blemished Leupold? Several times, and they're great. It's a Leupold, with the same warranty; what's not to love?
I'm a Leupold partisan. I've learned my lesson, and never buy anything with less quality and warranty than a Leupold; Vortex has disappointed me for the last time, and I can't afford Nightforce.
A blemished Leupold? Several times, and they're great. It's a Leupold, with the same warranty; what's not to love?
I'm a Leupold partisan. I've learned my lesson, and never buy anything with less quality and warranty than a Leupold; Vortex has disappointed me for the last time, and I can't afford Nightforce.
From a reputable dealer, sure. I have bought demos here with no complaints. Inventory changes often.
https://www.samplelist.com/entire-sample-list/riflescopes.html
https://www.samplelist.com/entire-sample-list/riflescopes.html
CoalCrackerAl
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This is the best low cost scope i have ever purchased. I have a couple of them.
Weaver Kaspa 3-9x40mm Riflescope Ballistic X Reticle (gunmagwarehouse.com)
Weaver Kaspa 3-9x40mm Riflescope Ballistic X Reticle (gunmagwarehouse.com)
In my experience, I would by blemished items from Midway all day long. Usually if Midway is selling blemished, I couldn’t find a blemish. The internals and function of the product is usually guaranteed to work in the description anyway.
cdb1
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If cosmetic only heck yes.
As long as it's still covered by manufacturer warranty absolutely.....
If it's from specific sellers like Midway or Camera Land absolutely....
If it's a good deal absolutely......
If I think that there's some possibility it will be useful in the future absolutely....
Yes i buy kinda a lot of blems....
If it's from specific sellers like Midway or Camera Land absolutely....
If it's a good deal absolutely......
If I think that there's some possibility it will be useful in the future absolutely....
Yes i buy kinda a lot of blems....
gotboostvr
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I'd have zero issue buying a used Leupold even if it was disclosed to have a number of issues.
They'll either fix it or replace them. Much like Ruger.
They'll either fix it or replace them. Much like Ruger.
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It was a Leupold American Marksman 3-9x40 with a Wind Plex reticle for $149.99 plus estimated $8.50 shipping. Seller was PSA. Like I said I decided not but was curious about the blem thing.
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entropy
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PSA and Midway I wouldn't hesitate buying a blemished item from, and have done so from Midway. A red dot with an inconsequential dent on it. It was hardly noticeable.
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Beware, Leupold will not fix all old scopes like they used to .They admitted my 20 year old was out of spec , they told me to buy windage rings and sent a piece of paper instructing me how to get the most from my faulty nice old gloss 3x9 . Just one true story, your mileage may vary. One other fact, I am the original owner and no replacement was offered.
One other thing to note, when buying a leupold and the price is too good to be true there is a chance it is fake . You can call leupold and they will have you send pics to verify if it's authentic or not . Folks have sent scopes in for warranty work and found out the hard way.
One other thing to note, when buying a leupold and the price is too good to be true there is a chance it is fake . You can call leupold and they will have you send pics to verify if it's authentic or not . Folks have sent scopes in for warranty work and found out the hard way.
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I don't se what the problem is if you really needed the scope, I mean the blemish doesn't stop it from function 100%. I have a few Vortex and NF scope that i bought brand new and they have wear and scratches now but they still work perfectly with no issues or whatsoever.
lightman
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Yes, I would. I bought one of my Nightforce scopes from a friend for about half of the price of a new one. He knocked his rifle out of a tall deer stand and it hit a few of the rungs on the ladder. The scope picked up a few dings on the way down and my buddy said they bothered him. It tracks perfectly but it has some character!
stillquietvoice
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Not a bad scope, got one on a savage axis II xp. Only issue for my eyes was that the cross hairs were too thick for target shooting. Would be decent for hunting.
stillquietvoice
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I bought an older vx II 3-9 x40, and gave it to my SIL, after getting him an older Bushnell elite 3200, same 3 - 9 x40, both cost 150.00, he liked the Leopold better. Both real good optics, he put the Leopold on his win m 670 and transferred the Bushnell to his savage axis II.
Sav .250
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Buyer beware! First and fore most.
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I bought one too. I had good luck with Weaver scopes. Too bad they are gone. I think Natchez has a few on closeout.
rayatphonix
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I’ve bought several and all worked out fine. If it’s a reputable vendor I wouldn’t hesitate.
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