New leupold mark4

[jfswanson12]

I was super excited for this scope. As a LR hunter I wanted something like a 6-24 FFP. Should keep a super useable reticle. I was hoping for a scope that would be just as good or better then my mark5's and be trustworthy. The trustworthy part we will have to see… I have 6 mark5's and love them except I don't trust them. But then… they didn't release my favorite reticle, the pr1. I'm an moa guy and only released the pr2 which is a Christmas tree style. Damnit.

 

[shooters]

If the darn things were a little more reliable, I think the Mark 4 fits the bill. Illuminated, not super light, but not heavy, 52mm objective, excellent mag range, the turret upgrades seems nice (numbering and windage) etc. But I'm sure it's still built on the same design.

 

[gr8fuldoug]

Just announced from Leupold:

183314 Mark 4HD 1-4.5x24 (30mm) M1C3 SFP HPR-1 $ 1,149.99 183315 Mark 4HD 1-4.5x24 (30mm) SFP Illum. FireDot BDC $ 999.99 183316 Mark 4HD 1-4.5x24 (30mm) M5C3 SFP Illum. FireDot TMR $ 999.99 183737 Mark 4HD 2.5-10x42 (30mm) M5C3 SFP illum. TMR $ 1,199.99 183738 Mark 4HD 2.5-10x42 (30mm) M5C3 FFP Illum. TMR $ 1,199.99 183740 Mark 4HD 2.5-10x42 (30mm) M5C3 FFP TMR $ 999.99 183741 Mark 4HD 2.5-10x42 (30mm) M1C3 FFP PR1-MOA $ 999.99 183623 Mark 4HD 4.5-18x52 (34mm) M1C3 Side Focus FFP Illum. PR1-MOA $ 1,599.99 183624 Mark 4HD 4.5-18x52 (34mm) M5C3 Side Focus FFP Illum. PR1-Mil $ 1,599.99 183625 Mark 4HD 4.5-18x52 (34mm) M1C3 Side Focus FFP PR2-MOA $ 1,399.99 183626 Mark 4HD 4.5-18x52 (34mm) M5C3 Side Focus FFP PR2-Mil $ 1,399.99 183822 Mark 4HD 6-24x52 (34mm) Side Focus FFP PR2- MOA $ 1,499.99 183823 Mark 4HD 6-24x52 (34mm) Side Focus FFP PR2-MIL $ 1,499.99 183824 Mark 4HD 6-24x52 (34mm) M5C3 Side Focus FFP PR3-MIL $ 1,499.99 183969 Mark 4HD 8-32x56 (34mm) M1C3 Side Focus FFP PR2-MOA $ 1,599.99 183970 Mark 4HD 8-32x56 (34mm) M5C3 Side Focus FFP PR2-Mil $ 1,599.99 183971 Mark 4HD 8-32x56 (34mm) M5C3 Side Focus FFP PR3-MIL $ 1,599.99

 

[Jakeweb09]

Just can't comprehend why they keep leaving the PR1 reticles out, I shoot mils and it's the only one with .2 hashes, everything else is .25 which is just off to me. Would love to see the 2.5-10 with PR1mil.

 

[Punkur67]

Just can't comprehend why they keep leaving the PR1 reticles out, I shoot mils and it's the only one with .2 hashes, everything else is .25 which is just off to me. Would love to see the 2.5-10 with PR1mil.

I agree 100%

 

[Punkur67]

Got to play them the MK4HD yesterday-- well thought out line of scopes, MIL and MOA options, SFP and FFP options and the glass appeared to be very good from looking around just inside at the show. I also like the M1C3 turrets.

The LPVO and the 2.5-10x are 30mm tubes, fixed parallax. The 4.5-18 and up models are 34mm tube and not the much less common 35mm of the Mk5 models. They are sticking to their MOA reticles (PR1/PR2) and I'd like something a bit more hunting friendly in an FFP scope.

Illumination- some models yes, some no-- not sure the rhyme or reason on which.

For the street price I think they will be competitive! They are definitely undercutting the NX8s and the Zeiss FFPs but far enough away from the VX3/5 lines that I don't think they'll be competing for the same customers.

That sucks the 2.5-10 is fixed paralax

 

[WRX9013]

Should have a 4.5-18 in this week. As soon as it's above freezing I hope to get some time shooting with it. Very hopeful!

 

[BEEMAN]

Is the 4.5-18 available in SFP? Don't see that it is on the price list posted above.

 

[Dmagna]

Got to play them the MK4HD yesterday-- well thought out line of scopes, MIL and MOA options, SFP and FFP options and the glass appeared to be very good from looking around just inside at the show. I also like the M1C3 turrets.

The LPVO and the 2.5-10x are 30mm tubes, fixed parallax. The 4.5-18 and up models are 34mm tube and not the much less common 35mm of the Mk5 models. They are sticking to their MOA reticles (PR1/PR2) and I'd like something a bit more hunting friendly in an FFP scope.

Illumination- some models yes, some no-- not sure the rhyme or reason on which.

For the street price I think they will be competitive! They are definitely undercutting the NX8s and the Zeiss FFPs but far enough away from the VX3/5 lines that I don't think they'll be competing for the same customers.

How are the turrets? They actually click? Or are the complete junk like the vx5, I just bought a ATACR and was going to buy a mark 4 to try on my kids hunting rifle.

 

[WRX9013]

Initial results are positive. Its light, seems well built and tracks well. The reticle is well calibrated and functional. I only shot about 50rds so far but I'm very pleased so far. I wouldn't hesitate to use this on a hunting rifle either.

 

[southpa]

I was super excited for this scope. As a LR hunter I wanted something like a 6-24 FFP. Should keep a super useable reticle. I was hoping for a scope that would be just as good or better then my mark5's and be trustworthy. The trustworthy part we will have to see… I have 6 mark5's and love them except I don't trust them. But then… they didn't release my favorite reticle, the pr1. I'm an moa guy and only released the pr2 which is a Christmas tree style. Damnit.

What's so untrustworthy about your 6 mark5hds?

 

[HKEL55]

I own multiple of the following:
Schmidt & Bender (3)
Zero Compromise (3)
Leupold MK6 (1), MK5 (3), MK4 (2), MK3 (1)
Nightforce (2)

I have never had a problem with any of them. They have all passed my tall target tests. The ZC and SB are on par as far as glass, with a slight edge leaning towards the S&B in very low light.

The ZC has the best turrets in my opinion, I really like how they turn, and have no problem dialing them to the desired MIL during competition.

For hunting I use the Leupold MK5's mostly due to weight and accurate tracking.

I recently ordered (2) Leupold MK4s to test and evaluate for competition and hunting use.

I backpack hunt in various locations, with temperatures in the teens, and while raining or snowing. I need glass that does not fog, and turrets that work. My rifle usually hangs from a tree next to my tarp/ tent and is exposed but not rained on.

If I had to pick just one scope and weight was NOT an issue, it would be the Zero Compromise hands down. The company is here in America, and the service I have had with them when cashing in on a certificate I won was excellent! I really like the overall craftsmanship.

If weight and or price was an issue, I would go with Leupold. Their customer service has also been outstanding (needed replacement parts I lost).

 

[southpa]

Let us know what your reviews of the mark4hd is