Lot 455:
Leupold M8-2.5X Compact R.F. Special Riflescope Gloss Finish
Description
A Leupold fixed-power riflescope featuring a gloss black finish and a 1-inch main tube. The objective bell is accented with a gold ring and bears the stamped text M8-2.5X COMPACT followed by R.F. SPECIAL. The central turret housing is marked in gold lettering with LEUPOLD. The base of the turret housing is stamped with J 1 4 8 5 1 4 and a small circular logo. The eyepiece bell is stamped with patent numbers including 4,408,842, 4,395,594, and 393,096, followed by MADE IN U.S.A. The optic features a standard duplex reticle. This compact scope is part of the M8 series, specifically designated for rimfire applications as indicated by the R.F. Special marking. Construction is characteristic of Leupold optics of this era, featuring a high-gloss anodized finish on the aluminum main tube.
Condition report:
The scope shows minor surface wear consistent with field use. Light scratches and minor finish thinning are visible on the main tube and turret caps (photo 1, photo 4). There is some thinning and loss to the gold-fill lettering on the Leupold logo and objective bell markings (photo 2, photo 3). The gold ring on the objective bell remains intact but shows very light surface scuffing. Optical clarity appears good, and the duplex reticle is intact and centered (photo 7). The adjustment threads for the eyepiece focus appear clean and functional (photo 3, photo 5). No major dents or crimping to the tube are visible in the provided photographs.
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