Vortex scopes are protected by the Vortex VIP Warranty. It doesn't matter how it happened, whose fault it was or where you purchased it. If you ever have a problem, no matter the cause, Vortex will take care of you...PERIOD... You can count on the VIP Warranty for all Vortex Optics riflescopes, prism scopes, red dots, rangefinders, binoculars, spotting scopes, tripods and monoculars. The Vortex promise begins with a fully transferable and unlimited lifetime warranty. Even if you do not have your original receipt!