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Range finders #2965398 01/27/12 02:50 PM
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Hi,

I am looking for a range finder. I have been looking at the Redfield Raider 550. I have messed with this a little and operation seems to be real easy. I did see one at Academy and wanted peoples opinions. It is the Wildgame Innovations A700X and this one will compensate for elevation.

Any opinions would be appreciated.

Jake
Re: Range finders [Re: JakeinTX] #2965533 01/27/12 03:29 PM
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I am partial to Leica. More pricey but they work great. Small reticule for ranging small game at farther distances is a big plus with them. Very durable and great customer service.


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Re: Range finders [Re: stxranchman] #2965589 01/27/12 03:51 PM
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The Leica looks nice, just out of my price range. Thanks for the info!
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I have also used a Leupold RX 750 TBR a time or two and liked it. I do not own one though.


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Re: Range finders [Re: stxranchman] #2965875 01/27/12 05:46 PM
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I have the Leupold RX750 w/ TBR and it works great on non-relfective objects (like deer and other furry critters) to about 400 yards. They are 6x magnification. You should be able to find them on sale for about $250. Reg. price is about $280.

If I were to buy another pair I'd step up to the RX1000 though. These will allow a bit farther ranging and are 8x magnification. They are just a bit more expensive than the RX750.


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Re: Range finders [Re: LandPirate] #2966227 01/27/12 08:02 PM
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I have a Nikon rangefinder that is good to 800 yards. I've been happy with it & it seems to give consistent readings.

Wildgame Innovations has been getting a bad rap on their game cameras. I'd do a bit of research before buying their products.


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I have the Luepy RX-600. It works tolerably well, but won't typically pick up game past ~425 or so. If it were me I'd look for one good out to 750 yards or so.
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Can't beat Leica in my opinion but they do cost $$$.

TSG is having an optics sale right now. Might be some deals for you there.
Re: Range finders [Re: DylanT] #2973757 01/30/12 11:12 PM
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Thanks all, I ended up going with the Redfield. Fits the bill for my budget. Thanks
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I have been testing an RX1000 this season
it is SO much better than the older RX II I owned before

Last year I tested the Bushnell 1500 ARC Binos, they worked extremely well but I just didn't like the binos themselves that much


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You know Vortex is coming out with one, later this Spring.
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