Leupold Mark 4 vs Vortex LHT

[Chukwithak]

I currently own a Vortex Razor LHT 4.5-22x50 and am considering moving to a Leupold Mark 4.

I hunt big game and we take game as far out as 800 yards. I also hunt pigs, would like to shoot out to 1k yards consistently, and thinking about doing some “for fun” NRL Hunter.

I know there are other brands out there but using military discounts to keep the cost down while in school full time.

I’m considering selling for the Mark 4.5-18 or 6-24. Looking for opinions. The Vortex has been a good scope, just thinking about trying something new.

Also anyone have any input on the Leupold Reticle’s?

 

[DeathBeforeDismount]

I own both. Glass is slightly better in the vortex 4-22 but litteraly everything else is better in the MK4HD. Pr3 is a killer reticle as well. Turrets on the vortex are some of the worst out there. That thing lives on a muzzleloader that gets shot like 2 times a year.

 

[wpeach1912]

I use the 4.5-22 on my NRL Hunter rifle that I also hunt with. I like it a lot. The turrets certainly aren’t the best feeling, but they track true. If you’re shooting past 800 a lot, the 6 mil turrets will get annoying. The reticle on the leupold is quite difficult to see at the bottom of the magnification range, but that doesn’t matter if you’re wanting to shoot longer distance frequently. Other drawback is the 5-6oz weight gain over the Vortex. The vortex is certainly more geared towards the hunting market and the Mk4 is definitely more of a shooting optic. Pick whichever fits your usage best.

 

[Chukwithak]

I own both. Glass is slightly better in the vortex 4-22 but litteraly everything else is better in the MK4HD. Pr3 is a killer reticle as well. Turrets on the vortex are some of the worst out there. That thing lives on a muzzleloader that gets shot like 2 times a year.

That’s the one thing that makes me want to move away from the LHT is the Turrets. Otherwise I think it would be perfect at the price point.

 

[1911hombre]

I thought everybody was bitching about the MK4HD turrets.

 

[ironhiide]

I thought everybody was bitching about the MK4HD turrets.

The Mk4's glass usually gets complaints but their turrets are their strong point. Surprisingly, Leupold took the time to improve the turrets from the Mk5's.

 

[CSTactical]

I currently own a Vortex Razor LHT 4.5-22x50 and am considering moving to a Leupold Mark 4.

I hunt big game and we take game as far out as 800 yards. I also hunt pigs, would like to shoot out to 1k yards consistently, and thinking about doing some “for fun” NRL Hunter.

I know there are other brands out there but using military discounts to keep the cost down while in school full time.

I’m considering selling for the Mark 4.5-18 or 6-24. Looking for opinions. The Vortex has been a good scope, just thinking about trying something new.

Also anyone have any input on the Leupold Reticle’s?

Feel free to give us a call and we can answer all your questions 916-670-1103
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[slodsm]

I own a mk4 8-32 and a MK5 5-25.

The glass to my eye is equal between the two. Bright, clear, color is very accurate.

The mk4 turrets, at least on mine, are literally hot trash. The mk5’s are fantastic, the mk4’s feel like I’m using a plastic spork in mashed potatoes to adjust your scope.

I’d pick a Cronus BTR, Brownells MPO, Hell vortex PST G2 over the mk4 for turret feel. I bought mine after I bought the MK5 because of so many reviews I read and watched that said so many great things…… I’m contemplating sending it back.

 

[Glassaholic]

I own a mk4 8-32 and a MK5 5-25.

The glass to my eye is equal between the two. Bright, clear, color is very accurate.

The mk4 turrets, at least on mine, are literally hot trash. The mk5’s are fantastic, the mk4’s feel like I’m using a plastic spork in mashed potatoes to adjust your scope.

I’d pick a Cronus BTR, Brownells MPO, Hell vortex PST G2 over the mk4 for turret feel. I bought mine after I bought the MK5 because of so many reviews I read and watched that said so many great things…… I’m contemplating sending it back.

I have not yet had a Mark 4 in hand, but like you all the early reports have seemed to indicate the turrets on the Mark 4 or just as good with some claiming "better". That said, I know the Mark 5 turrets have even had some variance in feel, so it might be worth sending back to Leupold and letting them know about the spork

 

[Chukwithak]

I have not yet had a Mark 4 in hand, but like you all the early reports have seemed to indicate the turrets on the Mark 4 or just as good with some claiming "better". That said, I know the Mark 5 turrets have even had some variance in feel, so it might be worth sending back to Leupold and letting them know about the spork

I do find it interesting that some claim the Mark 4 turret is great and some say it’s terrible.

 

[Glassaholic]

I do find it interesting that some claim the Mark 4 turret is great and some say it’s terrible.

It feels like since 2020 QC from just about everyone has floundered. It's getting to the point where I feel almost any new scope (even some expensive ones) will likely have something that slipped through the cracks making warranty and "quick turn around" beneficial, at least more so than it used to be.

 

[USP45]

Sounds a lot like the early Razor GenIII 6-36's and their turrets. I know I had to send one back, was corrected and returned very quickly. The next one I ordered was good when I received it.

 

[Holliday]

I thought everybody was bitching about the MK4HD turrets.

The wind is blowing from the SE today. Try to keep up.

 

[Holliday]

I have a LHT 4.5-22x50 MRAD and absolutely love it. I live in Wyoming and have shot several large game animals with it on my 6.5 PRC. It was on the 280 Ackley before that.

I’m surprised to see people complaining about the turrets. I’m not really sure what that’s about. I have no problem with the turrets.

My best friend has the same scope, but in MOA and he feels the same way.

 

[1911hombre]

It feels like since 2020 QC from just about everyone has floundered. It's getting to the point where I feel almost any new scope (even some expensive ones) will likely have something that slipped through the cracks making warranty and "quick turn around" beneficial, at least more so than it used to be.

DEI.

 

[Holliday]

DEI.

Lot of “I give a fuck” from non-dei too.

I have suppliers I kicked to the curb in 20, 21 and 22 because they couldn’t fill orders and their attitude went to shit. Now they call me endlessly like crazy ex-girlfriends trying to get my business back….

 

[Chukwithak]

I pulled the trigger on the 6-24 in PR3. Was able to get over to the Leupold booth at Sheep show. It felt better than the Vortex did, I like the idea of getting rid of the tree since I have RFB, and having a turret turn indicator. If the glass is even close I’ll be happy. I wish they had the PR3 in the 4.5-18

 

[Chukwithak]

And now a new scope is coming out next week….UGHHHHH

 

[5RWill]

I own both. Glass is slightly better in the vortex 4-22 but litteraly everything else is better in the MK4HD. Pr3 is a killer reticle as well. Turrets on the vortex are some of the worst out there. That thing lives on a muzzleloader that gets shot like 2 times a year.

I don't own both (have Mk5s) but the LHT turrets are consistently wildly disappointing and it hasn't changed. A buddy of mine just got one and they're a mushy non-resistant mess. It's so strange how the Viper HD a product the 3rd of the cost of the LHT has a far superior locking elevation turret.

I will say the LHT glass is pretty impeccable. It has made me question my AMG's existence on more than one occasion.

And now a new scope is coming out next week….UGHHHHH

From vortex or leupold?

 

[Chukwithak]

I don't own both (have Mk5s) but the LHT turrets are consistently wildly disappointing and it hasn't changed. A buddy of mine just got one and they're a mushy non-resistant mess. It's so strange how the Viper HD a product the 3rd of the cost of the LHT has a far superior locking elevation turret.

I will say the LHT glass is pretty impeccable. It has made me question my AMG's existence on more than one occasion.



From vortex or leupold?

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