Which rangefinder...Bushnell, Nikon, Cabela's?
#1
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Join Date: Dec 2007
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Which rangefinder...Bushnell, Nikon, Cabela's?
I am new to this site and am looking for some advice on which rangefinder to buy. The models I'm debating between are the Bushnell Yardage Pro 450, the Nikon ProStaff Laser 440, the Bushnell Yardage Pro Trophy and the Cabela's CLR 800 (made by Bushnell). My budget requires me keep the rangefinder at or below $225. It will be used primarily for bowhunting for Whitetails in timber from a treestand but will also be used for rifle hunting in timber and possibly a trip out West for elk. Also, I wear glasses. Any advice on these four models or suggstions on other models would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
#2
Join Date: Nov 2007
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RE: Which rangefinder...Bushnell, Nikon, Cabela's?
im in the same boat as you, looking for a descent range finder. the Cabelas model seemed pretty consistent on returning distances when moving from object to object( didnt know it was made by Bushnell, that helps) says it will go out to 700 yd but is only a 6x power, but also is only $200.
the others the had were pretty consistent as well and it little better magnification but were pushing $300 would like to get some feed back about these and try to keep it below $250 OTD
the others the had were pretty consistent as well and it little better magnification but were pushing $300 would like to get some feed back about these and try to keep it below $250 OTD
#3
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RE: Which rangefinder...Bushnell, Nikon, Cabela's?
I have the Nikon 440 and it is awesome. $179 at Cabelas. $199 for camouflage. The only thing it doesn't have, and I'm not sure how important it is, is the ARC feature, which may or may not be important for a person in a treestand. All I know is that mine is terrific and performs well. Good luck.
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RE: Which rangefinder...Bushnell, Nikon, Cabela's?
Take a look at these, i just ordered two of them, one for me and one for my brother in law. These normally run run 319.99 at Bass Pro. But it is just an idea.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Leupold-RX-2-Digital-Rangefinder-CAMO_W0QQitemZ330195858701QQihZ014QQcategoryZ31712 QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
http://cgi.ebay.com/Leupold-RX-2-Digital-Rangefinder-CAMO_W0QQitemZ330195858701QQihZ014QQcategoryZ31712 QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
#5
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Join Date: Dec 2007
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RE: Which rangefinder...Bushnell, Nikon, Cabela's?
Thanks for all the great responses. I see that the Leupold RX-II has something that is similiar to the ARC system? Is this something that is needed when hunting from a treestand 12 to 18 feet above ground? I've heard feedback that the Leupolds have complicated features that make them harder to use and that the view through them seems a bit "cluttered". Is this true? Thanks again!
#6
Fork Horn
Join Date: Nov 2005
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RE: Which rangefinder...Bushnell, Nikon, Cabela's?
I know it's a little out of your budget but I just bought a Nikon Monarch 1200 in camo off ebay from suncoast something or other but with shipping was 349.99. I love it I have ranged buildings and such out to 1180yrds.
#7
Spike
Join Date: Jan 2005
Posts: 21
RE: Which rangefinder...Bushnell, Nikon, Cabela's?
I purchased a Nikon buckmasters 660 rangefinder about 18 months ago.I,m not sure what caused it to malfunction butit was never dropped or abused.After sending it back to nikon they informed me that it would be cheaper to replace than repair.They were sorry that it was no longer covered by warranty and offered to replace it at a discounted price.I requested a monarch 800 and they said it was on it's way.After six months and countless calls to nikon Canada in toronto I was becoming frustrated.After almost a year they finally ended up sending me a monarch 1200 which works ok but is physically much larger than an 800 and not really suited for bowhunting.I hope Nikon USA has better customer service than canada but I wouldn't hold my breath.I guess I have really learned my lesson.
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RE: Which rangefinder...Bushnell, Nikon, Cabela's?
ORIGINAL: msmith2032
I am new to this site and am looking for some advice on which rangefinder to buy. The models I'm debating between are the Bushnell Yardage Pro 450, the Nikon ProStaff Laser 440, the Bushnell Yardage Pro Trophy and the Cabela's CLR 800 (made by Bushnell). My budget requires me keep the rangefinder at or below $225. It will be used primarily for bowhunting for Whitetails in timber from a treestand but will also be used for rifle hunting in timber and possibly a trip out West for elk. Also, I wear glasses. Any advice on these four models or suggstions on other models would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
I am new to this site and am looking for some advice on which rangefinder to buy. The models I'm debating between are the Bushnell Yardage Pro 450, the Nikon ProStaff Laser 440, the Bushnell Yardage Pro Trophy and the Cabela's CLR 800 (made by Bushnell). My budget requires me keep the rangefinder at or below $225. It will be used primarily for bowhunting for Whitetails in timber from a treestand but will also be used for rifle hunting in timber and possibly a trip out West for elk. Also, I wear glasses. Any advice on these four models or suggstions on other models would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!