Rangefinders

[BuckBuster]

I just got my 2nd Bushnell 800 yd. compact rangefinder.The 1st one i loved,but i ran over it 2 years ago with my truck accidently while i was out target shooting! I had won it,so i wasn't sure if i should run out buy one right off.Well after not using one for 2 years,i realize that i do need one.So my wife bought me one for my birthday.How many of you have one & what kind is it.How do you like it?Just wondering!:)

[ArmyHunter]

I have had a Nikon Laser 440 for a little over a year. I love it but find that I use if more in determining range to land marks and not so much when a deer is nearby.

It does make things easier, but I still practice gaging distance with my eyes for the times I'm not able to use the rangefinder.

[ChasinSprints]

I have the Bushnell Yardage Pro. Absolutely love it, not only great in the woods but excellent on the golf course too.

[jmoser]

I have a Leica 1200. When I hang my stand or blind I check out major boundaries/landmarks for 100, 200 yards etc. I rarely carry it when actually hunting but if out West or varmint hunting where targets could appear at 100 - 500 yards it would be great to have. Mine has a tripod adaptor which is a great feature.

It also comes in handy when surveying prospective real estate, property boundaries, etc. I needed a driveway permit in PA and had to mark a 299 ft line of sight for the DOT inspector. Also it helps to keep the 'safe' legal distance from nearby homes when hunting.

I also have a 300 ft tape measure reel but it don't work so good in the woods or hilly ground! :lol:

[Wolverine1856]

I have the Bushnell Yardage Pro. Absolutely love it, not only great in the woods but excellent on the golf course too.

+1 for the yardage pro. It is between three and four years old now and I have never had an issue with it. As a matter of fact I can not recall changing the battery yet. I better do that this year. I use it for hunting as much as I do golf. As others have said it sure is nice to know how far away a rock, tree or bush is, before the deer come walking by.

[starky]

What kind of $ are you talking for some of these units?

[KalamazooKid]

Yardage Pro "Scout" for me and I love it. I tried some of the others but with glasses that I wear, this one really works best. Compact, easy to handle shape, and accurate as I'm sure most of the rest are too.:)

The camo version is on sale at Cabelas for $269 plus I think you get a $50 rebate, plus with the "Great Outdoor Days" I think you can get another $20 off too (black is $20 cheaper). By my math, that would bring it down to $199.


http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/photopost/data/500/Rangefinder.jpg

[jimmy johans]

scout is in my duffle as well. I caddied on senior golf
tour and Bushnell is by far number 1 on golf tours.

jimmy

[PA BUCK 2]

I have a yardage pro. Had it stop working last year just before the archery season- sent it in. Took a while- was middle of rifle season before I got it back- but they sent me a new unit. Seems to be working fine. The old one was out of warranty too... so I have to say thumbs up for Bushnell.:one_eye:

[archerjustin]

Leupold RX-II. Ranks right up there with the Leica and Swarovski but lighter! Total package is far ahead of most other rangefinders without question.

[DANIEL MARK ZAPOLSKI]

Bushnell Yardage Pro 500 I Think I Bought This Back In 99-2000 At Dicks (novi) Store 200$. It Goes Out In The Back Pack Duck Hunting, Bow Hunting, Rifle,blackpowder Hunting And On The Golf Course (why I Don't Know I Can't Golf Worth A Damn Anyhow) More So For The Guys I Play With Because They Can Play A Good Round.

[BuckBuster]

Bushnell Yardage Pro 500 I Think I Bought This Back In 99-2000 At Dicks (novi) Store 200$. It Goes Out In The Back Pack Duck Hunting, Bow Hunting, Rifle,blackpowder Hunting And On The Golf Course (why I Don't Know I Can't Golf Worth A Damn Anyhow) More So For The Guys I Play With Because They Can Play A Good Round.
Bushnell makes good rangefinders......:)

[old professor]

Leuplod RX II for me too! I have had the Bushnell but like the RX II better. I do use it while hunting to determine how far an animal is if hunting where shots could be at a distance. Last season ranged a huge buck at 286 yds and decided not to try a shot because of a 30 mph cross wind!

[Jet08]

I have the Nikon, I love it. Like someone said before I dont think I have actually ranged a deer before, I alway hit all my shooting lanes first. Especially with the amount of different properties I get to hunt and all of treestands I sit in per year, it gets kinda tough to memorize every stump for yardage.

[rcdan-o]

Leupold RX-II. Ranks right up there with the Leica and Swarovski but lighter! Total package is far ahead of most other rangefinders without question.

me three!!!

[tnt1960]

I own a Bushnell Yardage Pro 450. I just got it last year, and so far it has done the job for me. I think I paid $150 at Bass Pro Shops.

[HunterHawk]

so Far bushnell is kicking but in this..... my question is... what is a good one for low light conditions or dark backstops... so you can actually see the numbers and all that... do they have any with white lettering... the only one i have ever looked through had black writing... or is there any that light up....:help:

I live outwest now so i also want one thats good to like 1000 yards... just for the prarie dogs and coyotes i may encounter! Also what about one of those angle adjusting ones? for shooting up and down mountains...

thanks for any suggestions

-Craig

[fishx65]

I think I've had my scout for around 10 trouble free years. I play about 65 rounds of golf each summer and hunt almost every day during deer season. I go through about 3 batteries each year. Low light is a problem since the numbers are black and it's only good out to around 350 yds. I think your gonna have to spend a lot more green if you want to hit 1000 yds.

[SuperSeal110]

I have 3, LRF's. 1 Swaro, 1 Leica 1200 CRF and 1 Bushnell elite 4200 w/arc.

Swaro trumps them all.


Been using the Leica more and more. Love how light weight/compact it is.

[BuckBuster]

I have 3, LRF's. 1 Swaro, 1 Leica 1200 CRF and 1 Bushnell elite 4200 w/arc.

Swaro trumps them all.


Been using the Leica more and more. Love how light weight/compact it is.
Seems like you are really into range finders.Nice variety.Thanks for the input....:)

[bnbplay]

Rangefinders are a tool you never think you'll need until you buy one. Then you never leave home without it. Love it.

[782warbird]

I also have owned several range finders......Bushnell. Leopold and Leica. I now own a Swarovski and as Super Seal 110 said, "It trumps them all"! I really like the fact that it also a 8X monocular. What good is a cheap ranger finder when you can't see the game in low light!

[SuperSeal110]

The Swaro has good glass. I was amazed how much more deer I seen this year while hunting open fields bordering woods. The deer practically pop out now, vs blending in with lower grade glass.

I'll prolly let the g/f use the Swaro this year while I run the Leica 1200 CRF w/my Leica 8*32 Ultravids. Now that glass blows away the Swaro. Should be a fun hunting season.

[fulldraw]

I have a bushnell scout, I love it. I have to also give props to the Bushnell customer service, I had to send my unit in for repair do to give false readings. Bushnell put all new guts in it and sent it back. I have had it for about 3-4 years and I absolutely love it, won't go in the woods without.

[BuckBuster]

I have a bushnell scout, I love it. I have to also give props to the Bushnell customer service, I had to send my unit in for repair do to give false readings. Bushnell put all new guts in it and sent it back. I have had it for about 3-4 years and I absolutely love it, won't go in the woods without.
Here's a question for a bowhunter starting out.Which is the best rangefinder for a budget minded hunter in these hard times that won't break the bank & is dependable....:confused:

[782warbird]

There are several fair priced range finders out there that will work very well. Just make sure that they will read close range since you're bow hunting. You won't go wrong with a Bushnell. Try looking at discount/close out type of retailers and buy last years model. I've also seen factory rebuilts at half price....just as good for general use and you can save a some $$$. Good luck!

[christeenag]

I want to get my husband a range finder for his b-day I'm leaning towards the Bushnell scout 1000 with arc. He will use it bow and rifle season tree stand and ground, in the woods and open fields I'm looking to spend no more than 350.00 Good Choice? Any input would be great good or bad
Thanks in advance
Christeena

[bkwoodsbck]

Nikon Riflehunter 550, best rangefinder I have ever used