Range finding binocular question

[Badseed]

For a few years I have debating on getting RF binos but the price point always kept me away. I have a pair of leica trinovids 10x42 and a leica rangemaster 1600 which have suited me fine but once again I am considering the RF binos.

I know leica is the gold standard but damn their geovids are pricey. The other binos I am considering is the vortex fury. They are obviously cheaper in price, dont have ballistics capability and have a slightly smaller fov but I am wondering if they are a better bang for your buck. What are your thoughts?


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[jolemons]

I guide with another man that bought some too use while guiding this year. He has them for sale. His issue was not being able to consistently get ranges past 400 and in fog, snow and rain as well as with his rangefinder.



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[Badseed]

The furys or geovids?


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[handwerk]

I have been using geovids for many years and don't plan on changing. Keep your eyes out for some used ones and also call Doug and get on a list for the demos he gets from time to time.

 

[Painless]

SIG Kilo 3000 BDX, I used some while elk hunting this year and when I got back I bought a pair. The glass isn't on par with Leica but they are more than capable as binos and the RF is the best I have used.

 

[jolemons]

The furys or geovids?


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The Vortex Fury is what he was unhappy with. Most of my colleagues use Swaro EL Range and love them.

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[Badseed]

I love my leicas but the main reason vortex was in the debate was because of the warranty. As far as I know they are the only manufacturer to warranty for life, the electronics on the RF binos. I would hate to spend $3k on some leicas and have the electronics crap out after the warranty. Then I would just have a heavy pair of binos.


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[Badseed]

Besides the extra ranging distance are there any notable differences between the older hd-b 2000, 2200 or 2700?


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[swampthing]

I would suggest looking at the sig sauer as well. Dont do vortex, life is too short!

 

[gcronin]

For a few years I have debating on getting RF binos but the price point always kept me away. I have a pair of leica trinovids 10x42 and a leica rangemaster 1600 which have suited me fine but once again I am considering the RF binos.

I know leica is the gold standard but damn their geovids are pricey. The other binos I am considering is the vortex fury. They are obviously cheaper in price, dont have ballistics capability and have a slightly smaller fov but I am wondering if they are a better bang for your buck. What are your thoughts?


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[FOS373]

I combined by vortex bino's and leica range finder for a set of 10x42 geovids with the ballistics. carrying one thing was easier for me......

 

[Badseed]

I am leaning that way. Buy once, cry once! Now Im looking for a like new set of geovids.


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[MallardAddict]

The image clarity and user interfaces on the Leica are perfect for my uses. I also like being able to glass an animal while hitting a button for range then go straight to the rifle.

 

[flytrait]

I have the Geovid HD-R version purchased roughly 3 years ago the glass is impressive for my eyes. The only issue I have had is this year, I was hunting when a cold front came through and I could not get the range finder to provide any readings. I had a brand new battery, only when the temperature warmed back up they started working again. Needless to say I cost us a couple of shooting opportunities. Argg! I am with you on the potential warranty issues. I also did some research on here and found some others had the same issues with cold weather. I emailed the Leica RF rep that responded to that thread and have not received a response. Very frustrating!