Leupold VX-II "c"

[reinert]

Hello forum folks,

I just acquired a nice vintage Leupold 3x9x40mm VX-IIc scope with the matte finish. It also has the standard duplex reticle. I was wondering if anyone could tell me what the "c" after the VX-II designates? I gave it a try on the web to see if I could come up with the answer, but didn't find one. Just curious.

Happy Thanksgiving!

reinert

 

[jmr40]

I found 2 similar references to the "C" saying it designated an upgrade made in 1984 that increased the amount of windage and elevation available. I can't say for certain they are right, but finding 2 different references adds credibility.

Here is one of them.

http://www.longrangehunting.com/forums/f18/leupold-vari-x-iic-2625/

 

[Snyper]

It denotes a design change that increased the amount of elevation and windage adjustments, around 1984.

 

[reinert]

Much appreciated guys, thanks. I was thinking it maybe meant extra "c"oatings on the lenses or somesuch. Again, just curious, and it looks like I got an upgrade right off the bat! All good!

 

[bamaranger]

IIc

The "IIc" line is also the last line that Leupold will do a reticle change on. Earlier models are not included in that service.

 

[reinert]

Thanks, Bamaranger, looks like I got another upgrade on my old scope. Even more good.