Talk to me about ranger finders

[campinginaz]

I don't own one but was thinking of getting one. I don't think I need anything crazy expensive. Compact would be nice for sure.

I don't own anything Vortex but I have looked at their scopes and binoculars, they seem like good quality and I know people who have them who like them.

I saw this online https://www.sportsmans.com/hunting-gear-supplies/optics-binoculars-scopes-rangefinders/rangefinders-nightvision/vortex-impact-1000-rangefinder-with-hcd/p/1642745?trk_msg=NUJSGQIVICEKV9SLKK7IS758DS&trk_contact=0A0KLTTC3DLKQEMNO4FG2UL2DK&trk_sid=0BA1NSEFI6OG2PD6I0F07IBNGG&trk_link=5V61JVBOKQPK57D3IH00V8BMH0&dtm_email_hash=4463849154CDC5A024B9946EB9&dtm_user_id=12182020&dtmc_drop_id=%23Listrak%5cDateTimeStampNumeric%23&utm_source=listrak&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Vortex+Impact+1000+Rangefinder+with+HCD&utm_campaign=5-25-23+Memorial+Day+Guns+and+Optics

Any thoughts and advice is appreciated.

 

[Ballistic Therapy]

Unless you want to spend lots of money , they all work about the same.
Just different features and modes on them.

A friend of mine has one like you are looking at and it works fine.

The people I hunt and shoot with have used them all at one time or another , and they all read about the same.
I have a Leica that I spent good money on years ago and all the ones they have , read just about as good as mine. The only difference is , mine is 30 + years old and still going.

I am not a Vortex fan , but am sure the one you are looking at will be fine.

 

[campinginaz]

Thank you. I'm thinking around the $200 range if they are good, Vortex, Nikon, Leupold (probably not at $200). I looked at a couple of Bushnells online but I'm a little more skeptical on those.

 

[G34]

ive had alot of problems with SIg rangefinders unfortunatly

the 1000-2000 yard range finders struggle in the AZ mirage and brush. so unless its a hard structure you wont get a reading past 1k yards. so realistically it depends on your needs

Leicas are fine. over rated IMO

I have a Vortex 4000 Razor HD and have ranged building at 3600 yards unsupported. The Vortex fury LRF bino are great also.

Im a Long Range shooter Hobby and Professionally (prior) to give some context

 

[campinginaz]

I think 800 to 1000 yards is good as long as it's easy to use, reliable, and accurate. I'll keep that in mind about the Sig rangefinders, I would expect better quality from them!

 

[xerts1191]

That’s an awesome price for that Vortex

 

[campinginaz]

That’s an awesome price for that Vortex

Good to know. Any others that you would recommend?

 

[campinginaz]

I went to Sportsmans Warehouse today and met a few members from the board. I went inside and looked at the Vortex I originally linked. It's nice but the reticle is black only and most others I looked at had red illumination which I liked better.

I really liked this one bit didn't get it as I want to do some research and I'll probably get a nice gift card from work soon that will cover this. Anyone have one of these?

https://www.sportsmans.com/hunting-gear-supplies/optics-binoculars-scopes-rangefinders/rangefinders-nightvision/leupold-rx-1400i-tbrw-gen-2-rangefinder/p/1797283

 

[QuangTri]

I really liked this one bit didn't get it as I want to do some research

Sounds like it is optimized for archery ballistics, not firearms.

 

[campinginaz]

I really liked this one bit didn't get it as I want to do some research

Sounds like it is optimized for archery ballistics, not firearms.

I thought it was both because it's 1400 yards.

 

[DuneShoot]

I’m selling a Leica 1600 for $300.
I’m in the west side.

https://www.ar15.com/forums/equipment-exchange/Lecia-1600-Range-finder/163-2356747/

 

[SupportTheSecond]

I have a Redfield Raider 550 for many years and it has never let me down. Inexpensive as well.

 

[xerts1191]

I also have the same Redfield STS ^^^ listed above, had it a long time for sure. I still think that price on the Vortex is pretty good, maybe see if Midway USA, Mid South Shooters Supply can meet or beat that price

 

[campinginaz]

Thank you for the advice on the Redfields. This Vortex is only $40 more and Optics Planet is doing 10% off. Also seems like a good option if the Leupold I linked is not a good one.

https://www.sportsmans.com/hunting-gear-supplies/optics-binoculars-scopes-rangefinders/rangefinders-nightvision/vortex-crossfire-hd-1400-laser-rangefinder/p/1742493

 

[xerts1191]

Can’t beat the Vortex warranty

 

[campinginaz]

Can’t beat the Vortex warranty

It's definitely making me lean that way. I know people that have their scopes and love them.

 

[campinginaz]

Ended up ordering this one but for $150. Was technically free since I got a $350 gift card from work.

https://www.sportsmans.com/hunting-gear-supplies/optics-binoculars-scopes-rangefinders/rangefinders-nightvision/vortex-crossfire-hd-1400-laser-rangefinder/p/1742493

 

[xerts1191]

Sweet