Garmin warranty for optics & scopes
The short version
Garmin covers optics & scopes in full for 1 year, with no partial coverage after that. That full coverage is shorter than most of the 21 brands we compared, which typically cover 2 years in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.
From Garmin's published warranty, checked October 2026.
What's covered
Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- Full coverageWhole product1 year
The fine print, decoded
What it leaves out
- Batteries
- Scratches, dents and looks
- Water damage
Good to know before you buy
- Service is through Garmin in the country where you bought it.
- Batteries and cosmetic damage aren't covered.
How other brands compare for optics & scopes
- 1. Athlon Optics75/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 2. Leupold75/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 3. Simmons Optics75/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 4. Steiner75/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 5. Tasco75/100 · Full: Lifetime
Where you buy it matters
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for optics & scopes.
- WalmartMost items90 days
- Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
- Blain's Farm & FleetUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
- Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
- Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
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- Cabela'sMost items60 days
- Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days
- Murdoch's Ranch & Home SupplyMountain West storesMost items30 days
- Rural KingMidwest storesMost items30 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for optics & scopes where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
Other things Garmin makes
- Bike Parts & Accessories21/100Full: 1 year. No partial coverage.
- Boat Motors & Anchors45/100Full: None. Partial to lifetime.
- Fish Finders32/100Full: 2 years. No partial coverage.
- GPS & Navigation21/100Full: 1 year. No partial coverage.
- Pet Supplies21/100Full: 1 year. No partial coverage.
- Smartwatches & Wearables21/100Full: 1 year. No partial coverage.
- Watches21/100Full: 1 year. No partial coverage.
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