Old 02-20-2017, 20:34   #1
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Range Finder

Long range hunters, precision fanatics, and long distance leadslingers, what do you use as range finder?

I am looking for one to true my system at 600 yards min (per master Gene Econ) and preferably 800m (per Hodnett).

There's plenty options nowadays. So far in my research Bushnell is best priced with tons of feature, Vortex got the best warranty, and Leupold is now affordable with plenty innovations. There's an open box Leupold at Academy that's priced very well, so that's what I'm leaning for.

Do you guys do test like ladder/box test for scope to test how well the range finder performs?

Thank you for the education
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Old 02-20-2017, 21:05   #2
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I use a Swarovski 8X30. It is good out to about 1200 meters on non-reflective targets and 1600 Meters on reflective targets. It has been discontinued by Swarovski. I paid $1000.00 for it about 5 years ago. No complaints.
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Old 02-20-2017, 21:11   #3
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Watching this thread with interest - been considering a Zeiss Victory 8x26 T* PRF - about $600+ or -

Reportedly good out to about 1,000 meters.
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Old 02-21-2017, 06:30   #4
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Not Looking,, but I like the topic..

Anyone played with the SilencerCo Radius??

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SWR Radius, $999, AC1536

A rail mounted rangefinder capable of ranging out to a mile on a reflective target and attaching to a Picatinny rail in any orientation. When we first decided to create our own rail mounted rangefinder, we wanted something that would allow us to range out to incredible distances reliably without having to come off of the gun and without breaking the bank, and that's exactly what we're delivering to you. Additional features of the Radius include a user configurable display, continuous ranging for 12 hours with (2) CR123 batteries, and resistance to even extreme elements.

SWR's stated goal is to bring advanced technology to the public at an attainable price and with the announcement of a capability-heavy range finder for only $999, we've done just that.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4NI1vjjaBIg

https://www.store.silencerco.com/pro...nt=12534947652

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FlkbN3XFkQg
I have a couple of their can's, so I get "NEWS" mails..
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Old 02-21-2017, 08:39   #5
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Bought a Leupold RX-600 a few years ago for about $250. It's rated at 600 yards but I've gotten ranges on flat metal surfaces out to 700 yards.

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Old 02-21-2017, 21:09   #6
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Weapon mounted- Wilcox

https://tnvc.com/shop/wilcox-raptar-...nfrared-laser/

http://www.wilcoxind.com/RAPTARtrade-P163.aspx

http://www.wilcoxind.com/RAPTAR-Strade-P175.aspx


Vortex offers massive .mil discounts BTW.

Suspect the processor is the same in many of them to several other brands.

Glass and laser resolution is a point of return on whomever you choose to invest in. Plan for how many years your investment is worth to you.

JJ,

I believe SiCo dropped that part of the company before the layoffs? Not sure if they kept product rights or support. They were trying to do what Wilcox already did with the Raptar. Pretty neat idea either way. I shot the wilcox version and it worked incredibly well. Would assume the same for SiCo. SiCo will win with price against wilcox, thats for sure.

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Old 02-28-2017, 03:06   #7
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Bought a Leupold RX-600 a few years ago for about $250. It's rated at 600 yards but I've gotten ranges on flat metal surfaces out to 700 yards.
I've got the same.

It's no longer a high performance range finder.

But it suits my needs on range and out in the field for one handed use.

No complaints whatsoever, had it for years, and it's held up very well in some lousy conditions and treatment at times.
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