I can get a brand new 3x9x50mm leopold scope for $479.00 or get a used one for $259.00 at a local pawn shop.
If it is in fact a 3x9x50 it is not a Vari X III or VXIII as neither models offered this power selection. Only the Vari X II and VXII offer a 3x9x50 model.
Now correct me if I am wrong but isn't the new VXII(04' model) improved in coatings from the 2003 VXII?? Again I am not 100% sure of that but it seems I read that upon development of the new VXIII the lens coatings were enhanced on the other models, in this particular case the VXII was the same as the old Vari x III?
Bobby if it is a VXII you can buy a new one through the above link or Cabela's for $349.00.
Bobby, I hate to confuse you more but you should really find out the exact model of the scopes in question. Always best IMO to get all the facts and make a decision you are comfortable with for the duration.