Scope for CZ550

[KDM]

Happy New Year's (Eve) everyone!  Hope you have/had a safe one!  Anyway, looking for a scope for my CZ550 in 375 H&H.  All the feedback I've received so far has said "Leupold scopes"...I'll follow everyone's advice and get a lower-powered Leupold variable, like a 1.5-5.  Question is, what's the difference between a VX-II and a VX-III?  Eye relief?  Clarity?   

[hornetman]

You'll like either of those two.  However, I wouldn't rule out one of the older fixed power steel tube Weavers.  I have a Weaver  k 1.5  Micro-Trac on my 550  416  Rigby.  Lots of eye relief simple and rugged-cheap as well.

[KDM]

Thanks, hornetman.  Think I'll stick with the variable, though...the 375 can shoot pretty flat out to 250 yards.  I'll need the extra magnification. 

[dubber123]

I believe the difference is supposed to be the coatings are better on he VX-III.  I have a few VX-II's  (1-4 power), and a VX-III 1.5-5 on my 6.5 CZ.  Both are nice, the 1.5 is REALLY nice.  The VX-III is a good bit more money.  I got mine new in the cellophane off E-bay for under 300$ which is the biggest reason I ended up with it.  If you have a little time, try E-bay.  I threw out all my cheap scopes in a fit last year, and replaced 3 or 4 of them with Leupolds, all for quite a discount.  Have fun, and I bet that .375 shoots great.

[Redhawk1]

The Leupold VXII is a 1X4 and the VXIII is a 1.5X5. T Here are the differences below. I have both,  my CZ 550 416 Rigby I have the Vara XIII and I have my VXII ready to go on my Encore 45-70 barrel when it get here. I think the eye relief is one the best in the Leupold scopes





Product Highlights
Destined to become a favorite of both those who hunt dangerous game and those hunting in heavy ground cover, the VX-II 1-4x20mm is great scope for anyone needing a fast target acquiring scope that offers a clear, bright image. Multicoat 4 lens system enables it to provide a very clear, very bright image to the user. The small size of this scope makes it ideal for those wishing the keep the weight of their gear to a minimum.

Special Features
• Multicoat 4® lens system
• ¼ MOA click windage and elevation dials
• Leupold Full Lifetime Guarantee



Product Highlights
Long the favorite of both those who hunt dangerous game and those hunting in heavy ground cover, the VX-III 1.5-5x20mm is great scope for anyone needing a fast target acquiring scope that offers a clear, bright image. The small size of this scope makes it ideal for those wishing the keep the weight of either their rifle or their overall gear to a minimum.

Special Features
• Index Matched lens coatings
• Finger adjustable ¼ MOA click windage and elevation dials
• Lockable Fast Focus Eyepiece
• Leupold Full Lifetime Guarantee

[KDM]

Thanks for the info, guys.  I'll take a close look at both.