Rangefinger Types
What is out there in terms of a rangefinder? A Bushnell rangefinder is just that; it tells you the distance from where you are standing to an image seen through the lens. Used in hunting, golfing, birdwatching, and any other outdoor activity, these high-tech devices are becoming more commonplace by the day. Given the affordability that the product is reaching, it promises to be a great gift for the outdoorsman in the family or a special treat for yourself. The domestic rangefinder A Bushnell rangefinder makes a very attractive, compact, and affordable rangefinder for use on the golf course. Priced at around $220, the Yardage Pro Tour Laser Rangefinder may be a wiser investment than a couple new clubs, thanks to its accuracy within one yard and range of up to 700 yards. Resourceful golfers will be able to tell not only which club is best for their shot with regard to distance. With practice, a golfer can tell where his ball will peak and whether or not it will clear trees. A good golf rangefinder is also indispensible in working around sand traps and other obstacles. |  |
Rangefinders for the pros
Hunting rangefinders tend to be a bit more complicated and expensive. Leupold rangefinders, Nikon rangefinders, and Bushnell rangefinders all make very state-of-the-art rangefinders for the experienced hunter. The best ones will be powerful binoculars as well (look for a rangefinder that magnifies about 9 or 10 times, any more is too much). And since they have two objective lenses, you will get an accurate representation of the image that includes depth. Most rangefinders of this caliber should be weatherproof rangefinders with a rugged construction that can handle frequent use and packing. Hunting rangefinders are often priced at around $750, but anything of a lesser caliber would be a poor investment.