looking for a rangefinder, input?

scottycoyote · September 21, 2012, 09:46 PM

im looking for a good laser rangefinder that would only be used at distances out to 100 yards maximum, mostly for bowhunting and hunting with rimfires or air rifles. Anybody have any recommendations for something like that?

603Country · September 22, 2012, 12:04 PM

For just 100 yards, the lower end Nikon or Bushnell would do just fine. Be advised, however, that the advertised range (say a Nikon 800) is for ideal conditions and my Nikon rangefinder is often limited to roughly half of the advertised range. That may not hold true for the top of the line Leica or Swaro, but that's info that I don't have. I mention this because you may someday want to range out further than 100 or 300 yards.

scottycoyote · September 22, 2012, 04:20 PM

i want something that wont break the bank. I picked up the latest field and stream and there is an artice on rangers under 200, the bushnell chuck adams edition was there top pick, anyone have input on that rangefinder or have a better suggestion?

bman940 · September 24, 2012, 11:44 PM

I know you said only to 100 yards but I think if you are using a rifle, even a 22, you'll eventually want to know the distance of something a bit further.
Nikon has a $30 instant rebate going on right now for their PROSTAFF 3 and 5 Rangefinder's. I think the promo only lasts a few more days , so check out an Authorized Nikon dealer to take advantage of this offer if it's something you are interested in.

Hope this helps?

September 21, 2012, 09:46 PM	#1
scottycoyote Senior Member Join Date: November 19, 2005 Location: southwestern va Posts: 830	looking for a rangefinder, input? im looking for a good laser rangefinder that would only be used at distances out to 100 yards maximum, mostly for bowhunting and hunting with rimfires or air rifles. Anybody have any recommendations for something like that? __________________ "i got the most powerful gun in the world........an .88 magnum. It shoots thru schools......"

September 22, 2012, 04:20 PM	#3
scottycoyote Senior Member Join Date: November 19, 2005 Location: southwestern va Posts: 830	i want something that wont break the bank. I picked up the latest field and stream and there is an artice on rangers under 200, the bushnell chuck adams edition was there top pick, anyone have input on that rangefinder or have a better suggestion? __________________ "i got the most powerful gun in the world........an .88 magnum. It shoots thru schools......"

September 24, 2012, 11:44 PM	#4
bman940 Senior Member Join Date: August 29, 2010 Location: N. Texas Posts: 170	Rangefinder I know you said only to 100 yards but I think if you are using a rifle, even a 22, you'll eventually want to know the distance of something a bit further. Nikon has a $30 instant rebate going on right now for their PROSTAFF 3 and 5 Rangefinder's. I think the promo only lasts a few more days , so check out an Authorized Nikon dealer to take advantage of this offer if it's something you are interested in. Hope this helps?

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September 22, 2012, 12:04 PM	#2
603Country Senior Member Join Date: January 6, 2011 Location: Thornton, Texas Posts: 3,996	For just 100 yards, the lower end Nikon or Bushnell would do just fine. Be advised, however, that the advertised range (say a Nikon 800) is for ideal conditions and my Nikon rangefinder is often limited to roughly half of the advertised range. That may not hold true for the top of the line Leica or Swaro, but that's info that I don't have. I mention this because you may someday want to range out further than 100 or 300 yards.