Thoughts on range finders

RemMaster

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Hello,
I was wondering if anyone here has any suggestions about a range finder that is accurate for ranging moose to about 800 yards.
Thanks
 
Be aware that the effective range on animals, is usually about 50% to 70% of the rangefinder's rating. If you want to range a moose at 800 yards, I would go with a rangefinder rated for at least 1200 yards or more.
 
Leupold RX-IV Boone and Crockett Edition 1500 yard Laser Range finder is what I'm running. Have ranged deer to 700 yard, so I can't see a moose being much more of a stretch.
 
Thanks for both suggestions, those two brands are basically what I am eyeing at the moment. I am leaning more towards Leupold as I have Leupold scopes and have never had a problem, but on the other hand I know someone with a Leica rangefinder that swears by that brand.
 
Thanks for both suggestions, those two brands are basically what I am eyeing at the moment. I am leaning more towards Leupold as I have Leupold scopes and have never had a problem, but on the other hand I know someone with a Leica rangefinder that swears by that brand.
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When it comes to rangefinders, Leica,Zeiss, and Swarovski have far better reputations than Leupold.
 
RemMaster said:
Good to know thanks, is this in regards to accuracy or reliability, or both?
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Value, and quality of results.

It was put to me this way. Best, no holds barred, Swarovski. Leica, 95+ percent as good, for half the money = best value for the dollar.

I bought one of the older Leica units off he EE. 9 Volt batteries are available at pretty much any gas station... No bells, no whistles, no angles, just push the button, read the distance.

Been really happy with it!

Cheers
Trev
 
trevj said:
Value, and quality of results.

It was put to me this way. Best, no holds barred, Swarovski. Leica, 95+ percent as good, for half the money = best value for the dollar.

I bought one of the older Leica units off he EE. 9 Volt batteries are available at pretty much any gas station... No bells, no whistles, no angles, just push the button, read the distance.

Been really happy with it!

Cheers
Trev
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I think you guys have made up my mind and I will go with a Leica over Leupold. Thanks for all the info and opinions!
 
I have a Leica 1200 and enjoy using it.
Was at the range last year with a fellow shooter and he had a higher end
Bushnell.
The 800 (?) yard gong was in behind a bunch of branches that grew in front of it.
He couldn't pick up the gong with his Bushnell and my Leice had no problem.
This Leica is a no nonsense no frills range finder.
And quick too compared to the Bushnell.
As trevj mentioned, 9 volt battery.
The only adjustment is yard/meters and it's a little dial to turn in the
battery compartment.
 
I have a Bushnel 800 - which means 400 on a really good day. While it was not my original intent at the time of purchase, it is now restricted to the golf course.

I have also used the Leica and agree that as a brand it is a far better choice. I used the Leica 15x56 Geovid HD Laser Rangefinder Binocular
out to 1200 yards and it nailed everything perfectly. It was unbelievable. So is the price though. If you have the chops for it, they are worth the stretch.
 
The Leica CRF 1600 (now discontinued) & 1600B have been far and away my best selling rangefinders.

I have brand new CRF 1600-B units on promo for $779 (tax included).

The new CRF Rangemaster 1000-R is a more affordable choice at $599, however supply is limited.

If you are also in the market for quality binos, then the Leica Geovid HD is your best overall value: I have brand new Geovid HD 8x42 units on clearance at $1,899 or 10x42's for $2,299 (taxes in).
 
I have brand new Geovid HD 8x42 units on clearance at $1,899 or 10x42's for $2,299 (taxes in).
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Those are great prices, I have been using my Geovid HDs for a couple of years, and I would never go back to having separate binoculars and rangefinder again.
 
plainSight Solutions said:
The Leica CRF 1600 (now discontinued) & 1600B have been far and away my best selling rangefinders.

I have brand new CRF 1600-B units on promo for $779 (tax included).

The new CRF Rangemaster 1000-R is a more affordable choice at $599, however supply is limited.

If you are also in the market for quality binos, then the Leica Geovid HD is your best overall value: I have brand new Geovid HD 8x42 units on clearance at $1,899 or 10x42's for $2,299 (taxes in).
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