First Look: New Spotting Scopes From Leupold

Two new lines both built for extreme conditions and optical performance.

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posted on June 30, 2025
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New Leupold spotting scopes

Leupold & Stevens, Inc. is launching two new spotting scopes: The SX-4 Pro Guide HD Gen 2 and the SX-2 Alpine HD Gen 2. These new scopes are built for extreme conditions and use Leupold’s Elite Optical System of enhanced lens coatings to reduce glare, making them ideal for the bright light of early mornings. It also features a rugged magnesium body that is both waterproof and fog-proof, an oversized eyepiece for all-day comfort and an interchangeable eyecup. The SX-4 Pro Guide HD Gen 2 is available in an angled or straight design, each with two configurations: 15-45x65 and 20-60x85.

TSX-2 Alpine HD Gen 2 is equipped with Leupold’s Advanced Optical System and improved lens coatings to deliver optical clarity throughout the day. The SX-2 Alpine HD Gen 2 is available in an angled design in two configurations: 20-60x60 and 20-60x80.

“The original SX-2 Alpine HD and SX-4 Pro Guide HD spotting scopes were hits with hunters and shooters alike,” said Zach Bird, product line manager for Leupold & Stevens, Inc. “With the Gen 2 models, we’ve taken every single part of each product line to the next level. We didn’t just improve the features–we improved the optics, too. The result is a pair of new spotting scope lines that each provide the very best performance and value in their price class.”

Among the common features shared across the SX-2 Alpine HD Gen 2 and SX-4 Pro Guide HD Gen 2 spotting scopes is an Integrated Arca-Swiss tripod adapter, modernizing the design to fit popular tripods. Both come with a smooth focus, an oversized eyepiece, scratch-resistant lenses and Leupold's Guard-ion lens coating to shed water and dirt. The Interchangeable Form-Fit eyecup, available in both the SX-2 Alpine HD Gen 2 and the SX-4 Pro Guide HD Gen 2, allows you to customize your glassing experience quickly and easily for personal preference and comfort, and spotting scopes are backed by Leupold’s Lifetime Guarantee.

Visit leupold.com for more information on the SX-2 Alpine HD Gen 2 and SX-4 Pro Guide HD Gen 2 spotting scopes or other products from Leupold & Stevens, Inc.

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