Range finder suggestions?

[barnabus1999]

I like Leupold any options on range finders? I like to geek out on optics.

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[solv3nt]

I like Leupold any options on range finders? I like to geek out on optics.

Unless they changed something, the rangefinders aren't made in the USA. I've got a Leica.

 

[barnabus1999]

What besides price were you looking for? Technically

 

[solv3nt]

Other than quality Euro glass, that was about it. I would have considered the Leupold one had it been made in the USA.

 

[barnabus1999]

I think I want one with ballistic calculator?

 

[barnabus1999]

Appreciate the help Sir. Thank you.

 

[solv3nt]

I think I want one with ballistic calculator?

Depends on the unit, unless things have changed, it will only be good for one load.

 

[Paolung]

I like Leupold any options on range finders? I like to geek out on optics.

I'm pretty happy with mine

It's made in Mayanmar, according to the box.

 

[41mag]

I've been using a Leica 1200 moderately over a decade with zero issues. The eyepiece functions well as a 7x monocular too.

 

[TTSX]

I use a Leupold and it works great but limits out about 1k yards. Longest I measured was 1100 and that was with a rest. I also used a buddy's Leica and it was wayyy better. Ranged well over 2k yards easy, has illuminated numbers which doesn't sound like a big deal until it is. I'll probably buy a Leica next time I'm in the market

 

[Paolung]

I use a Leupold and it works great but limits out about 1k yards. Longest I measured was 1100 and that was with a rest. I also used a buddy's Leica and it was wayyy better. Ranged well over 2k yards easy, has illuminated numbers which doesn't sound like a big deal until it is. I'll probably buy a Leica next time I'm in the market

The one here ranges to 2800 yards with 1/2 yard accuracy, and is illuminated pretty well.

I haven't used a Leica, so I can't speak to theirs, but in my experience, the Leupold ones (especially the ones with TBR or TBR/W) work great.

 

[solv3nt]

I haven't used a Leica

Glass is phenomenal.

 

[titsonritz]

Other than quality Euro glass, that was about it. I would have considered the Leupold one had it been made in the USA.

Once you go Euro glass, there's no turning back. I don't even look at Leupold anymore.

 

[RedRover]

In the mold of: "buy once, cry once".

One more vote here for Leica.

 

[dangerranger60]

I have an old [ 15 years or so] B&L. It has no features, I have not tried to range an animal at over 400yds, but it has been dependable.
I'm thinking about upgrading. What features are appealing to most users, and which do you never use?
Are the features more dependent on how you use the range finder?
I have seen some that say they correct for slopes up or down. Is that something people like, or just a gimmick? I am mostly a stand hunter, and have used mine mostly to range objects that I know are within range So that any animal within those landmarks are within range. Thanks DR

 

[edzz]

4-5 years ago I bought a Vortex.
Deciding factors for me was, price for good enough for my limited anticipated use and the "lifetime" warrantee (figured if it dies they would likely send me a newer model.
For my uses it has proven itself adequate.
Would I rather have a better name brand? sure just couldn't wont justify the expense for a technology that ages poorly verses my need / use.

 

[oremike]

I have the Sig Kilo 2000. I haven't done anything more than play with it but it seems to work fine

 

[barnabus1999]

Found a Leopold for good deal seems cool lights up and can select caliber. At some point I like technology but just like to get to the woods. Thank you all for the help.