Is it worth upgrading a scope?

[crackerman]

On my .375HH I currently have a Leupold VX3i 1.5-5x20mm with a German 4 reticle. It got rebuilt by Leopold and fixed a problem with the director and consistently groups well at 100 yards.

I have a tendency to want the new shiny thing, but I’m wondering is there any reason I need to upgrade that scope when I decide to chase buffalo again? It’s currently noted in tally Q D rings and I was planning on adding a 3 x 9 or 2.5 to 15 for longer distant shots.

Is it actually worth upgrading my VX 3I? Or just saving for a new medium power scope?

 

[375Fox]

I saved this thread because a lot of good discussion. I originally had a 1.5-5 and upgraded to a 2-10 on my 375. I’m glad I did. Makes the rifle more versatile.

Thread 'My Take on Dangerous Game Scopes'

Nov 27, 2023

Here is a video where I discuss my journey in finding the ultimate DG scope. Bombs away!

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[Ridge Runner]

IMO, until your eyes start going with age or you just want a higher variable power scope for longer/ better ranges afforded the 375.

Why change what isn't broken?

Any excuse is better than no excuse to improve what you have. JMO, 2.5 minimum, 20x maximum would be the optimum scope on a 375 out to 300-350-400 yards. One's personal opinion and specific uses to determine which scope power(s) work best for them.

With old eyes, my 375H&H is topped with a 4-16 x 50, 2nd Focal Plane, scope. I limit my shots to 300-350 yards, with 300 grain bullets, at 2550+/- velocities.

 

[Mekaniks]

No, leave it as is and use it as intended for DG. You are good.

Add a .308 or .338 for longer shooting