Leupold SX-5 Santiam HD Spotting Scope — 60 Second Review

Paired with the Pro Guide CF-436 Tripod, the Leupold SX-5 Santiam Spotting Scope is a legit piece of elite hunting equipment. So much so, magazine editor Charlie Benton snagged one recently, trusting it for an upcoming FE Outrider safari.

And you know we don’t play around when it comes to going on safari.

Charlie went with the angled variant of the SX-5 Santiam HD 27-55x80mm, even though he oddly declares his straightness (Doth protest too much?). With a versatile magnification range, this optic is built to deliver all-day functionality in the wild, no matter the wind, rain, or other abuse you throw at it. The angled, rotatable eyepiece will no doubt become key glassing from vehicles, off the tripod, and on the go.

You only get so many trips and so many safaris. So you better pack the best gear you can find. We trust the newest spotter from Leupold is more than up to the challenge.