I always loved the first gen 1.75-6X32 VX-III with the shorter main tube, even though it sucked for long action rifles because you usually had to use extension mounts to use that stubby scope on a LA. Being a SA fan, that was never an issue for me, and I loved how compact and light that little scope was. I currently have 2 of them. Leupold has since lengthened the main tube of the 1.75-6X32. The newer VX-3 version is better optically, and I like it too. I also really like the 2.5-8X32 VX-3 and 3.5-10X40 VX-3, but once I'm in the 10X top end variable category, I prefer variables in the 2.5-10X config from some other brands better. To me, Leupold's biggest forte is in the light and compact category.
I really like the VX-6 series too, but for the MSRP, I sure wish Leupold would get on board with the hydrophobic lens coatings.
