Leupold & Stevens, Inc., provider of the world’s most rugged, lightweight, and clear riflescopes, is pleased to announce that both its VX-3HD riflescope and SX-4 Pro Guide HD spotting scope were named as “Editor’s Choice” products by Petersen’s Hunting in the magazine’s annual gear issue.

The editorial staff at Petersen’s Hunting selected the VX-3HD as the top hunting scope for 2021, specifically recognizing its optical clarity and general versatility.

“By pairing legendary Leupold optical quality and durability with the cutting-edge CDS-ZL dial-up turret in the next VX-3HD line, America’s favorite optic company has arguably just created the ultimate everyman’s scope,” said the Petersen’s editors in their review.

Featuring Leupold’s Elite Optical System, the VX-3HD delivers excellent dawn-to-dusk light transmission for a bright image when it matters most, elite-level glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that diehard hunters and shooters demand. Its adjustments deliver match-grade repeatability, and have ergonomic controls that are easy to read and use, even with gloves. Like all Leupold riflescopes, the VX-3HD is proudly designed, machined, and assembled in the company’s Beaverton, Ore. factory and guaranteed to perform for life.

The SX-4 Pro Guide HD spotting scope, meanwhile, was highlighted specifically for its low-light performance, reliability, and value.

“Built on a rugged magnesium body, this spotter provides legendary Leupold toughness combined with good optical performance,” Petersen’s wrote. “An oversize ocular lens makes for comfortable and forgiving viewing. Fully multi-coated lenses reduce color aberrations, transfer lots of light, and are nice and clear.”

Built to take on the harshest conditions and perform all season long, the SX-4 Pro Guide HD spotting scope has found a home with hunters and shooters nationwide. A generous, oversized eyebox, meanwhile, helps eliminate eye-strain and fatigue. Leupold has engineered it from the ground up to deliver unparalleled optical quality in its class. The Pro Guide HD spotting scope line is waterproof, fogproof, and backed by Leupold’s Full Lifetime Guarantee.