There is a difference between the Leupold Rifleman and the VX-I' s. The Rifleman has magnesium flouride coatings on all lenses, while the VX-I' s now have Multicoat 4 on external lenses and magnesium flouride on internal lenses. The VX-I' s have a 86% light transmission and the Rifleman is 82%. Also, the VX-I' s have 1/4" MOA friction adjustments and the Rifleman has 1/2" MOA friction adjustments.
Jon Jackoviak
The Optic Zone
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