Re: Can't decide on a range finder
Tell you something about range finder distances. Range finder distances should read something like this.
First of all, the larger and more reflective (reflective for the frequency used by the rangefinder, which is not necessarily the same as light reflectivity) the object, the further out one can range. Best reflectivity for my Swarovski is white metal. A flat, white metal, LARGE building can be ranged reliably out to, oh, maybe 1500 yards or so. I have ranged further than that under ideal atmospheric conditions (usually NOT bright sunlight).
Small object like my 10" metal target can usually be ranged out to 1000 yards. USUALLY, not always.
Deer or antelope are less reflective and not really much bigger than the 10" round metal, they can USUALLY be ranged out to 900 yards, sometimes further. I have ranged a cow out to 1200 yards.
I've used quite a few of the rangefinders and find the Swarovski is the best for under $1000. The glass is fantastic. My only gripe is it is a monocular. Binocular would be better. Would also be nice if it had a reticle for calling misses. Initially the color of the ranging circle seems a bit hard to see, but I got used to it, no problem at all. I keep a spare battery, but I range a lot and haven't needed to change the battery in 6 months. I continue to be impressed with the ranging capability and clarity of glass of the Swarovski rangefinder.
