range finders

[tmoniz]

Which one do you have and prefer.

I'm in the market.

 

[One Track]

For bowhunting, I don't think you can beat the reliability, ease of use, size and price of the Bushnell Yardage Pro Scout. I think that it has actually dropped in price over the last few years. They were $299. I believe they are down to $249. I've been using mine for for six years and still love it. It's good out to about 450 yds. So, it's also sufficient for rifle. If I was a rifle-only hunter, I would look at a higher end model like the Leica 1200.

 

[brave52000]

While there are a few different sets of options compared to standard range finders, the Leupold RX-II performs very well. Optically it is very clear, and the True Ballistic feature has come in very handy while bow hunting. I've not used it at all with a rifle, but I'm sure the True Ballistic feature would be just as helpful.

 

[tmoniz]

Thanks guys. I'm not an Archer. Just a rifle hunter.
I go to the range and shoot out to 300 yards fairly well, but in the field I just can't seem to judge distance.

 

[7mm RM]

I am getting the Bushnel 1500, my brother has one and it is very good but it is the only I have used in the field. They are 399 at Cabelas. Just my 2 cents. Good luck. Using one really surprised me on actual ranges verse what I thought was 200, 300 or 400 yards. After using it for a short time we where able to play the ranging game, one of us would guess and the other check the distance and with pratice was able to eye ball it pretty close. Let us know what you get.

 

[dw33]

I do that same thing when I hunt 7mm. It helps get you tuned into yardages.

 

[sfhoghunter]

I purchased a Nikon ProStaff 440. They go for $150 - $250, depending on the retailer. Seems to be accurate so far (at least as checked against marked shooting distances at the local archery range). Displays yardage to 1/2 yard increments. Of the 2 brand name laser rangefinders for under $200, this one got far and away the best reviews on all the sites I checked.

 

[arizona hunter]

I have a Bushnell Legend (mod # 20-0003W). It is waterproof (not water resistant) and floatable. It says it will range from 15-930 yards. Personally I have ranged animals at 650 yds and trees at 750. It is super easy to use-1 button, and fits in the palm of your hand. Natchez has the mfor $349.00 but you might find a lower price.

Would I buy it again-yes!