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jack79
Jun 17, 2012, 2:38 AM
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Hey guys and gals:
I'm looking for a range finder to get shipped over to the giant sandbox that doesn't have any accurate data on structure heights, etc. Does anybody have one that they really like? I'm not looking to spend a million bucks and don't need all the bells and whistles but I do need something that is accurate. Any suggestions are appreciated. Thanks.
Jack
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six8fbird
Jun 17, 2012, 8:49 AM
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My personal favorite is the Leica Rangemaster series. Pocket size, powerful, very light, Leica glass, $$$ though.
On the low end are the Bushnell Rangefinders. Have limited experience with them but they do the job well. The Bushnell Scout 1000 is a good compromise.
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Zebu
Jun 17, 2012, 8:00 PM
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jack79 wrote: Hey guys and gals: I'm looking for a range finder to get shipped over to the giant sandbox that doesn't have any accurate data on structure heights, etc. Does anybody have one that they really like? I'm not looking to spend a million bucks and don't need all the bells and whistles but I do need something that is accurate. Any suggestions are appreciated. Thanks. Jack
I've been using this one:
http://www.amazon.com/BRESSER-Bresser-Range-Finder-800/dp/B002ZCBIYS/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1339988282&sr=1-2&keywords=laser+rangefinder
When I looked into getting a range finder, it was the cheapest with good reviews. I've taken it on some adventures and it's held up well.
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hjumper33
Jun 17, 2012, 9:47 PM
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Redfield 550. Best reviews for cheap. Very small too
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jack79
Jun 18, 2012, 6:32 AM
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Thanks guys.
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themexican
Jun 18, 2012, 12:01 PM
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I recently got a leupold rx-1000i.
http://www.leupold.com/...l-laser-rangefinder/
i needed something that could be used at night (this one has an illuminated display which does the job day or night).
it is small and fits easily in pockets.
the downside is it cost me $370.
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flummi
Jun 19, 2012, 9:31 AM
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I bought a Bushnell Rangefinder 1000 to be able to triangulate well from some distance. I do not remember the price, but it works great. Just at night, you neet t o bring some white paper to be able to read the results which are displayed in dark within the glass.
Great toy, and I am super-happy with it.
Be safe, and know your Pythagoras!
flummi
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shegget
Jun 20, 2012, 10:09 PM
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I love the first review on that thing:
"I've been using the Nikon Forestry 550 Hypsometer Rangefinder to establish the heights of various buildings, antennas, bridges, and cliffs."
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