My first laser range finder

[higginsworksforme]

I need an LRF. I'm buying a 6 or 6.5 at some point so I guess I need it to go to 1500yd or so.

I'm careful with my equipment but it will get dropped at some point.

I'd prefer something not made in China.

I don't yet have a ballistics app or Kestrel and I know nothing about the technology integration options. (Am dumb.)

What should I be looking at?

 

[RKBArmory]

It's often said that the actual dependable range is about half of what is advertised.

 

[SporterII]

Connectivity is far less important than a good number. Buy a good unit to start with. Having a rifle should probably come first.

 

[higginsworksforme]

Connectivity is far less important than a good number. Buy a good unit to start with. Having a rifle should probably come first.

I guess I should've mentioned I currently have a 223 gas gun. I believe the future bolt gun will be the longest distance capable gun I'll use with the LRF.

 

[Shoreglide]

Leica CRF2400-R is a solid choice if you don’t need connectivity.

 

[Rob01]

Vortex Razor HD4000 will work for you.

 

[higginsworksforme]

Vortex Razor HD4000 will work for you.

Eurooptic has a used one for $400

 

[Rob01]

Eurooptic has a used one for $400

There you go. With the Vortex warranty buying used isn't an issue.

 

[DocUSMCRetired]

Vortex Razor HD4000 will work for you.

He said not made in china.

 

[rothgyr]

He said not made in china.

I feel like this is a hard ask in 2024? What actually is out there? Is it only high dollar swaro/leica?

 

[gr8fuldoug]

Revic BR4 Ballistic Rangefinder
Height 3.25”
Length 4.85”
Width 1.65”
Weight 10 oz
Included Soft Case, Lanyard, Lens Cloth
Body Material Metal
Waterproofing IP67
Operating Temperature -4°F - 140°F (20°C - 60°C)
Measurements & Sensors Laser Rangefinder, Temperature, station pressure, compass, inclinometer
Battery CR2 (included)
Display Color Red
Beam Divergence .2 x 1.6 MRAD
Connectivity Bluetooth via iOS/Android App
Updates Over The Air
Range Accuracy
d < 200 yrd = +/- 0.5 yrd
200 > d <2000 = +/- 1 yrd
d > 2000 = +/- 3 yrd

 

[Rob01]

He said not made in china.

Well then he can take his morals and huge bank account and to buy something made in Europe. Lol But might want to check where a lot of stuff he is using is made before falling on that hill. Lol

 

[higginsworksforme]

Hill? Hank Hill. Propane and propane accessories.

 

[Shoreglide]

Eurooptics has that Leica for $469 right now…

 

[higginsworksforme]

I saw that. That's a good deal too. It appears to retail for $600 and the Vortex is $500.

 

[Rob01]

Hill? Hank Hill. Propane and propane accessories.

It’s a saying you obviously didn’t get but buy what you like. Good luck.

 

[higginsworksforme]

Oh I got it and I was making another pop culture reference.

 

[Jefe's Dope]

I really liked my Leica hand held but moved to the Sig BDX3000 binoculars to have two items in one. I prefer the Sigs and in my opinion, they range better than the Leicas too. Which surprised me actually.

 

[higginsworksforme]

Do you think the sig stand alone lrf would be good? I already have 'nocs.

 

[Jefe's Dope]

I have no experience with their handheld unit, so it would be just conjecture. But I would imagine that it uses a similar, if not the same, laser ranging unit. Their ranging software appears to work really well.

 

[Rob01]

Do you think the sig stand alone lrf would be good? I already have 'nocs.

Better check where it's made.

 

[Merle]

I have a Kahles RF-M and like it. It's made in Myanmar of all places.

 

[higginsworksforme]

Better check where it's made.

I can't find that information. They don't make it easy to find. Should I assume it's made in China?

 

[Rob01]

I can't find that information. They don't make it easy to find. Should I assume it's made in China?

Bingo!

 

[higginsworksforme]

Oh goodness.

 

[higginsworksforme]

It looks like sigs more expensive model has a weathervane and applied ballistics. Is there an advantage to having a separate kestrel? Is the kestrel product probably a better weather device?

 

[DocUSMCRetired]

I feel like this is a hard ask in 2024? What actually is out there? Is it only high dollar swaro/leica?

USA, Japan, South Korea, Philippines, Portugal, Switzerland, Austria....

 

[DocUSMCRetired]

It looks like sigs more expensive model has a weathervane and applied ballistics. Is there an advantage to having a separate kestrel? Is the kestrel product probably a better weather device?

Kestrel can be loaded with your ballistic solver on board.

 

[higginsworksforme]

Kestrel can be loaded with your ballistic solver on board.

I don't yet have a Kestrel. Should I consider this Sig thing that does weather and ballistics?

 

[Maurygold]

Sig 5k, sig 5k, sig 5k. It’s a phenomenal unit and the price is hard to beat. It will also connect to kestrel if you ever get one.

 

[WAMBO]

I would recommend Leica CRF2400-R .

I sec the Leica CRF2400-R, I've ranged well over a mile on hill sides with it, houses at 2300+yds.

 

[DocUSMCRetired]

I don't yet have a Kestrel. Should I consider this Sig thing that does weather and ballistics?

The Sig is a great option. Both the Sig and Kestrel have the same engine inside them so you will get the same results with either choice.

 

[Rob01]

He said not made in china.

The Sig is a great option. Both the Sig and Kestrel have the same engine inside them so you will get the same results with either choice.

Just a reminder of what you said when I recommended a Chinese made product.

 

[DocUSMCRetired]

Just a reminder of what you said when I recommended a Chinese made product.

The question I was referencing asked specifically about the Sig so it was fair game:

Vs answering someone who said they don't want made in china with made in china products. When their are other options if the user so chooses. I really don't care either way as we all can have personal preferences. But vs answering :

with a made in china product.

 

[Rob01]

The question I was referencing asked specifically about the Sig so it was fair game:

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Vs answering someone who said they don't want made in china with made in china products. When their are other options if the user so chooses. I really don't care either way as we all can have personal preferences. But vs answering :

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with a made in china product.

Whatever helps you sleep at night. LOL And the word "prefer" doesn't mean he doesn't want something made in China.

 

[powdahound76]

2 polesmokers arguing on a Saturday…..

I bet I know who has Monkey Pox!!






Giveaway answer, BOTH


@higginsworksforme
There was a Leica 2700b in the PX yesterday for $300.
Steal of a deal and will work for a long time.
Mine hits trees at a mile easy and 2600 off rocks and other more reflective items.

 

[DocUSMCRetired]

2 polesmokers arguing on a Saturday…..

I bet I know who has Monkey Pox!!






Giveaway answer, BOTH


@higginsworksforme
There was a Leica 2700b in the PX yesterday for $300.
Steal of a deal and will work for a long time.
Mine hits trees at a mile easy and 2600 off rocks and other more reflective items.

Meh, I have nothing else to do while I get paid sitting here watching 4 people spend $2 every time they pull the trigger working on transitions from 100 to 300 yards. Might as well.

 

[Rob01]

2 polesmokers arguing on a Saturday…..

I bet I know who has Monkey Pox!!






Giveaway answer, BOTH


@higginsworksforme
There was a Leica 2700b in the PX yesterday for $300.
Steal of a deal and will work for a long time.
Mine hits trees at a mile easy and 2600 off rocks and other more reflective items.

I'm retired so all the time in the world! LOL

 

[TheHorta]

I recommend the L3 SPEAR.

 

[Jefe's Dope]

2 polesmokers arguing on a Saturday…..

I bet I know who has Monkey Pox!!






Giveaway answer, BOTH


@higginsworksforme
There was a Leica 2700b in the PX yesterday for $300.
Steal of a deal and will work for a long time.
Mine hits trees at a mile easy and 2600 off rocks and other more reflective items.

You're welcome.

 

[Oldguy03]

In my opinion, L3 SPEAR is ideal.

 

[higginsworksforme]

In my opinion, L3 SPEAR is ideal.

Please don't.