I really like both the 2.5-8X36 and 3-9X40 but I only paid full retail on the 2.5-8 once in my life before I got internet savvy. I do agree though I buy more 3-9's because there isn't hardly a difference for the money. That said my favorite Leupy is the 3.5-10X40 VX3.

Someday I'd like to try the VX6 though, I'm holding out for a smoking deal on a demo/open box special though.