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Post by tomthreetoes on Oct 31, 2018 11:33:54 GMT -5
I need a range finder for both archery and rifle There's several out there and picking the right one is very confusing. I'd like to stay between $200 and $300 and I won't be shooting over 50 yds. with the crossbow and 400 yds. with the rifle. Angle compensation is a necessary option.. Anybody with any experience please chime in, thanks.
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Post by deadeer on Oct 31, 2018 12:05:22 GMT -5
I have a Leica 1600. Already saying discontinued. Got on a great deal at Cabelas for $499. Absolute clearest, cleanest, outstanding piece of equipment I have used. Has so many gizmo options, I give up. Lol. Just point and click.
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Post by psearcher on Oct 31, 2018 12:14:38 GMT -5
I have a vectronix plrf15c and a Nikon good to 600yds cant remember the model.The vectronix is way overkill for around here. The Nikon works great for archery has angle compensation and has bullet drop compensator it was pretty reasonably priced
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Post by Boilermaker on Oct 31, 2018 12:37:31 GMT -5
I have a bushnell arc 1000. I've used it for about 6 years now I think. It's got many settings, but easy to use. Will provide the "actual" yardage after adjusting for angle for elevated archery shots. It also has target and hunting settings that will help when trying to range in dense cover. Also, you can save different gun settings in it as well. Here's a link to the newer model. I've only had to put 2 batteries in it over the last 6 years. www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Scout-1000-Laser-Rangefinder/dp/B00BP3XF12 |
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Post by solocam79 on Oct 31, 2018 13:07:51 GMT -5
If i were you spend the 3 to 400 and make sure u cry ince and get ine with a red readout. There amazing. Vortex ranger, luepold, or leica
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Post by psearcher on Oct 31, 2018 14:07:50 GMT -5
age and too many things going on at work, Boilermakers post rung my bell I have the bushnell 1000 not a Nikon LOL. was looking through cabelas mailer earlier this morning
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Post by tomthreetoes on Nov 1, 2018 7:16:14 GMT -5
If i were you spend the 3 to 400 and make sure u cry ince and get ine with a red readout. There amazing. Vortex ranger, luepold, or leica I've been looking at the Vortex Ranger 1300, appears to be a nice unit and just makes it under $300. Great warranty too . |
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Post by solocam79 on Nov 1, 2018 8:41:37 GMT -5
Exactly what i have. I also have the viper hd binos. Best warranty in the business. No questions asked. Buddy of mine backed over his truck and another dropped his out of stand. Sent them brand new pairs within a week. If i were you spend the 3 to 400 and make sure u cry ince and get ine with a red readout. There amazing. Vortex ranger, luepold, or leica I've been looking at the Vortex Ranger 1300, appears to be a nice unit and just makes it under $300. Great warrantee too . |
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Post by arlowe13 on Nov 1, 2018 10:33:05 GMT -5
Leupold has been the most consistent for me, and is super nice for the price.
When I was shooting a lot of 3D archery tournaments, the Leupold rangefinders were the only ones that did not have difficulties based on the color of the targets.
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Post by steiny on Nov 1, 2018 11:06:31 GMT -5
For those ranges, an inexpensive Bushnell will probably work fine. Where you see the inexpensive range finders failing is when you are trying to get a range at long distance in poor lighting or with poor contrast. The top end stuff like Leica really shines in these conditions.
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Post by tomthreetoes on Nov 1, 2018 12:09:39 GMT -5
Thanks for every ones help I just ordered a Vortex Ranger 1000. It is a discontinued unit and I got a nice discount.
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Post by solocam79 on Nov 1, 2018 17:50:14 GMT -5
Thanks for every ones help I just ordered a Vortex Ranger 1000. It is a discontinued unit and I got a nice discount. Still has that warranty, all that matters. Something happens with it they will send you the 1300. Your gonna like it. |
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Post by psearcher on Nov 2, 2018 10:39:04 GMT -5
my bushnell arc works good for deer, if want to get serious about long range Ill break out the vectronix, its good out farther than I can shoot rain snow or shine
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Post by subzero350 on Nov 2, 2018 13:08:36 GMT -5
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