First Rangefinder

[aaron34]

Hey guys,

Over the years I have been accruing gear as I have saved up money from working part time. I have gotten to the point where I can't justify not having a rangefinder anymore. Im wondering if there is a big difference between those priced sub-200 and those that are around 300 and up. Does it make that big of a difference? Any suggestions would be great to point me in the right direction!

 

[ericF]

It all depends on how far you want to range and what features you might want. For example, take a look at two versions of the Sig Kilo BDX rangefinder shown below. They have the same underlying technology and features, but the only real difference is the ability to range farther. That is the sale price shown, but it gives you an idea of the difference between $200 and $300. Sub $200 and you will start loosing features such as angle compensation or ballistic features. My previous two rangefinders were both Leupolds, but the new Sig BDX rangefinders are pretty impressive for the price, especially while on sale at Midway right now. I bought the 2400bdx a couple months ago and like it so far.

Rangefinder -- Max Range -- Deer Range -- Price
Sig 1400bdx ----- 1600 ------- 750 --------- $220
Sig 1800bdx ----- 2000 ------- 1000 -------- $320

 

[Snowy]

Laser quality costs money for sure. I'd set your price and go from there. If you can stomach used electronics the market is pretty soft for older Leica's.

 

[sneaky]

It all depends on how far you want to range and what features you might want. For example, take a look at two versions of the Sig Kilo BDX rangefinder shown below. They have the same underlying technology and features, but the only real difference is the ability to range farther. That is the sale price shown, but it gives you an idea of the difference between $200 and $300. Sub $200 and you will start loosing features such as angle compensation or ballistic features. My previous two rangefinders were both Leupolds, but the new Sig BDX rangefinders are pretty impressive for the price, especially while on sale at Midway right now. I bought the 2400bdx a couple months ago and like it so far.

Rangefinder -- Max Range -- Deer Range -- Price
Sig 1400bdx ----- 1600 ------- 750 --------- $220
Sig 1800bdx ----- 2000 ------- 1000 -------- $320

It's not an accurate statement to say the only difference is the ability to range farther. There's differences in magnification, objective diameter, field of view, reticles and illumination settings. The OP should first determine his budget then pick out the one in his price range that has the features he wants.

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[NYSKIER]

It's my feeling but not everyone's that rangefinders are similar to good glass. You get what you pay for but that's just me. There was just a rangefinder thread on here a little while ago and the sig finders were mentioned so you maybe want to look into ericF's suggestions

 

[ericF]

It's not an accurate statement to say the only difference is the ability to range farther. There's differences in magnification, objective diameter, field of view, reticles and illumination settings. The OP should first determine his budget then pick out the one in his price range that has the features he wants.

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My comment was between the two versions of the sig Rangefinder the Kilo 1800 and 1400. All of the specs you listed are the same and the only real difference is price and ability to range. Yes, all of those differences will matter when you take a look at range finders across different brands, but this was a simple illustration of what you get with a base model and then what you get when you step up in price to the next higher model.

 

[sneaky]

My comment was between the two versions of the sig Rangefinder the Kilo 1800 and 1400. All of the specs you listed are the same and the only real difference is price and ability to range. Yes, all of those differences will matter when you take a look at range finders across different brands, but this was a simple illustration of what you get with a base model and then what you get when you step up in price to the next higher model.

The left column is the 1400, the right column is the 1800. You are still wrong. Objective diameter, field of view, and magnification settings are different between those two. You get one illumination setting with the 1400, and ten different settings with the 1800.

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[sneaky]

Illumination settings, not magnification settings. 1400 is 6x20, 1800 is 6x22. Fixed illumination on the 1400, 10 settings plus Auto adjust on the 1800.

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[ericF]

You are technically correct, the best kind of correct. I concede there are a few more slight differences than I thought at first.

 

[aaron34]

Sorry, should have stated that I would like to spend 220 or below. Im not opposed to used glass at all and have been scanning the classifieds looking for one. I’ll definitely check out the Sig’s listed.

Thanks, I appreciate the help!