Thread: Leupold CDS

I've been running a VX5 3-15X44 Firedot CDS scope on my 6.5 creedmoor tikka,
The thing is I haven't yet sent away for my custom dial.
Went and worked up a great shooting load with 147gn ELD-M projectiles and AR2209 powder, Now I've no idea when I'll be able to make some more rounds to suit, can't find the components.
Faced wit the dilemma of if I get a custom dial fo my load data will it just become obsolete due to supply issues.


I like the concept in theory for on the fly range adjustment, but if taking longer shots hunting I expect you'll have a little more time to punch some numbers into a ballistics app.
In practice there's more to think about than just distance,
Shooting a steep angle up or down hill can cause shots to hit higher than you'd expect, not to mention changes in altitude, pressure, humidity etc etc. Etc. so a Custom Dial still may not get you dead on target but probably closer than total guess.

As for the VX5 scope, Its a fantastic all round option I'm glad I stretched my budget a bit, had been considering a VX-3 like you but for a few dollars more you get one great piece of glass.
Buy once - cry once.