The Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm riflescope in burnt bronze with the Wind-Plex reticle (part no. 180621) pairs a distinctive finish with wind-hold references built for practical field corrections. Leupold backs the second-focal-plane Wind-Plex reticle with Twilight Max light management for dawn and dusk clarity, and a one-revolution CDS ZeroLock turret with locking capability gives secure, repeatable dialing. At 13.4 ounces the scope stays balanced on a hunting rifle, and full weatherproof construction holds up in the field. Among finish-forward gun scopes with practical wind-hold reticles, this burnt bronze VX-3HD stands out visually and functionally.

Key Specifications

• The magnification range is 4.5-14x, covering close to mid-range shots with useful flexibility.
• The objective lens measures 40mm, balancing light gathering and a compact form factor.
• The scope uses a one-inch tube, fitting common one-inch mounting rings.
• The scope weighs 13.4 ounces, preserving rifle balance for extended carry.
• The reticle is Wind-Plex, offering wind-compensating hold points for crosswind corrections.
• The focal plane is second, keeping reticle subtensions constant at a single magnification.
• Adjustment increments measure 1/4 MOA, allowing fine, repeatable elevation and windage changes.
• The scope includes locking turrets, working with the ZeroLock feature to secure settings.
• The optics include Twilight Max light management, extending performance in low light.
• Construction is waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, reliable in adverse conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the burnt bronze finish pair well with? Bronze and camo-finished hunting rifles, giving a coordinated look beyond the standard matte black options.

What does the Wind-Plex reticle add? Simple wind-hold reference points, useful for practical field corrections without a full ballistic reticle’s complexity.

Buy the Leupold VX-3HD Wind-Plex, Burnt Bronze

A distinctive finish doesn’t have to come at the cost of function, and this VX-3HD delivers both the bronze look and a reticle built for real field corrections. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast.