Range Finders- Need a good basic model.

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07-01-2007, 08:44 PM

losthwy

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Range Finders- Need a good basic model.

Reommendations for a good basic model range finder for 100-400 yd.

07-01-2007, 08:52 PM

stubblejumper

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RE: Range Finders- Need a good basic model.

Rangefinder ratings are based on highly reflective objects,which game animals are not.As a result they usually only range game animals out to 1/2 to 2/3 of the rated range.If you want to range game animals to 400 yards,you need a rangefinder that is rated to at least 600 yards,preferably 800 yards.

07-02-2007, 09:58 PM

gutshotem

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RE: Range Finders- Need a good basic model.

I bought the Nikon 440 last year and love it. Crystal clear and it only costs about 200.

07-03-2007, 11:42 PM

CamoCop

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RE: Range Finders- Need a good basic model.

my nikon 440 is good to about 350 yards

07-05-2007, 12:23 PM

maytom

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RE: Range Finders- Need a good basic model.

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ORIGINAL: gutshotem

I bought the Nikon 440 last year and love it. Crystal clear and it only costs about 200.

Ditto!!

07-08-2007, 06:08 PM

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RE: Range Finders- Need a good basic model.

Nikon 440

07-09-2007, 02:45 PM

JFergus7

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RE: Range Finders- Need a good basic model.

I am glad that you posted this since I am planning on getting one this weekend. I have been looking at the Leopold RX1. For the price it looks like a good model. Anyone have any thoughts on it compared to the Nikon?