Anyone have experience with the Older as in pre HD Gold Ring spotting Scopes? I found a decent deal on one, but kinda wondering if investing in a 14+ year old spotting scope would be cost effective. The glass is clear and no visible damage other than wear from age.

I am not a particularly knowledgeable guy when it comes to spotting scopes, but I have some old Leupold scopes with good glass. Older by far than 14 years. So, if I was buying, it would come down to price, and what I think it’s worth. Compare price to new ones.

And if you don’t want it, let me know what he’s asking. I presently have a terrible spotting scope. An upgrade would be good - for me.

Well I broke down and bought it.....I think I got a deal at $400....the New HD ones are $1400

We have one, spouse likes it for packing in to spot as it is lighter than our Swaro.
Good spotter you should get good use from it. Get a good, stable tripod and a window mount.

$400 is a good deal. I have one and it is good for that price range.

I have one and love it, literally thousands of hours of looking thru it. It has been all over this country and even to Africa. Make sure you have a steady tripod. $400 is a good price, and you should get lots of use out of it.

ok got it and the glass seems clear except for this I saw on the inside of the front lens. I'm thinking of sending it to Leupold....

I'll be interested to see what Leupold says.

I'll bet they say that the lens coating has de-laminated and they will replace or repair under their warranty.

Can they repair one that is 15+ years old?