Swarovski Z3 3-10x42mm PLEX Riflescope
- Rifle Scope
- 42 mm
- Hunting
- Aluminum
- Better rated than 77%
A lightweight, clear hunting scope that reviewers consistently rate as strong value against pricier competitors, with several owners comparing it favorably to Leupold glass.
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How it ranks among the 359 rifle scopes we track
4.8★ across 17 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
17 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
A 3-10x42mm riflescope from Swarovski's Z3 line with a PLEX reticle, built as a compact update to the older AV-Line for hunters who want high precision optics in a slim body.
Swarovski designed the Z3's slim housing to mount close to the barrel across a range of rifles, and it ships ready to shoot with a PLEX reticle and a limited lifetime warranty. Reviewers who mounted it on rifles from a .270 to a .308 to a .30-06 describe clear, bright glass, several specifically note the low light performance stands out against scopes at a similar price.
- 3-10x42mm magnification range
- PLEX reticle, ready to mount and shoot
- Slim, lightweight housing for close to barrel mounting
- Limited lifetime warranty
Who it's for
Fits hunters who want Austrian glass quality on a lightweight rifle without the weight or price of a full tactical scope, particularly on ultralight hunting builds. Shooters chasing extreme long range work or a lighted reticle should look elsewhere, since this is a fixed, unlit PLEX crosshair built for closer to medium range shots.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers who compare it to other scopes they've owned, several mention Leupold specifically, consistently rate the Z3 as delivering more clarity and low light performance than its price would suggest. Multiple owners praise how light it sits on ultralight hunting rifles including a Steyr Scout and a Tikka T3x, with one noting comfortable, repeatable accuracy out to 400 yards despite the modest 10x top magnification. No reviewer in this set reported problems with the glass, mount fit or durability.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Bright, clear glass reviewers compare favorably to Leupold
- Slim housing mounts close to the barrel
- Limited lifetime warranty from Swarovski
- Performs well in low light per multiple reviewers
- No illuminated reticle
- Magnification tops out at 10x, not for long range
Performance notes
The 3-10x magnification and 42mm objective are built for versatile hunting shots rather than extreme distance, and the slim housing lets it sit low and close to the barrel on lighter rifles. Windage and elevation adjustments are straightforward for field zeroing, and the PLEX reticle is a fixed, unlit crosshair rather than an illuminated design.
Specifications
| Brand | Brand |
|---|---|
| Model | 59011 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 42 mm |
| Item Weight | 12.8 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Color | A1484 |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Plex Mount |
| Compatible Devices | Rifle |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Scope |
| Other details | |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
| Reticle Type | Plex Reticle |
| Thread Type | 1/2"-20 UNC |
| Night vision | No |
| Product Style | Plex Reticle - 1" Tube |
| Field Of View | 33 Feet |
| Item Type Name | Scope |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in rifle scopes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swarovski Z3 3-10x42mm PLEX RiflescopeThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 17 | 2.7 / 5 |
| UTG 3-12X44 30mm Compact ScopeUTG | 4.5 / 5 | 3,000 | 4.4 / 5 |
| PINTY Tactical Rifle Scope Combo: Illuminated OpticsPinty | 4.4 / 5 | 1,100 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Firefield RapidStrike 1-6x24 SFP Riflescope KitFirefield | 4.5 / 5 | 900 | 4.3 / 5 |
| EOTECH XPS2 Holographic Weapon SightEotech | 4.6 / 5 | 1,100 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the Brand 59011
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What reticle does the Swarovski Z3 use?
A PLEX reticle, a fixed crosshair design rather than an illuminated one.
What rifles has this scope been mounted on?
Reviewers report mounting it on a .270 Ruger, a Tikka T3x in .30-06 and a Steyr Scout in .308, among others.
Does it come with a warranty?
Yes, Swarovski backs the Z3 3-10x42 with a limited lifetime warranty.