Rangefinder Rifle
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 Tactical 6 24x50AOE Red Green Illuminated Rangefinder Rifle Scope $89.95 Time Remaining: 21d 4h 5m Buy It Now for only: $89.95 |
 6 24x50 ILLUMINATED RED DOT RANGEFINDER RIFLE SCOPE $102.99 Time Remaining: 1d 20h 3m |
 AIM COMPACT 4x32 SNIPER RANGEFINDER RIFLE SHOTGUN SCOPE $37.95 Time Remaining: 14d 15h 45m Buy It Now for only: $37.95 |
 GSG 5 4 16x50 DUAL ILL RANGEFINDER RIFLE SCOPE COMBO $129.95 Time Remaining: 2d 19h 1m Buy It Now for only: $129.95 |
 S49 3 9X32 Tri Rail Red Green Rangefinder Rifle Scope BN $43.99 Time Remaining: 6d 14h 23m Buy It Now for only: $43.99 |
 Ted Cash Rifle 19th Century Range Finder Black Powder Muzzleloader $17.29 Time Remaining: 16d 4h 40m Buy It Now for only: $17.29 |
 S1 4 16x40E Red Illuminated Range Finder Rifle Scope $42.42 Time Remaining: 8d 9h 26m Buy It Now for only: $42.42 |
 Springfield Armory 4 14x56mm Rifle Scope 308Rangefinder Gen2 $699.00 Time Remaining: 15d 18h 57m Buy It Now for only: $699.00 |
 UAG PRO 3 9x40 R G RANGEFINDER HUNTING RIFLE SCOPE 1Q $69.95 Time Remaining: 7d 18h 2m Buy It Now for only: $69.95 |
 NEW 2 7X32 RANGEFINDER QUICK RELEASE RIFLE SCOPE BLACK $112.99 Time Remaining: 2d 30m |
 Tactical 3 9x40 Rangefinder Rifle Scope+223 See thru Riser Mount $78.65 Time Remaining: 6d 2h 47m Buy It Now for only: $78.65 |
 TASCO 4x32 AO Blue Rangefinder Rifle scope $49.99 Time Remaining: 22d 12h 17m Buy It Now for only: $49.99 |
 6 24x50 AOE DUAL ILLUMINATE RANGEFINDER RIFLE SCOPE $99.95 Time Remaining: 2d 20h 35m Buy It Now for only: $99.95 |
 Tasco 3 9x40 Red Green Rangefinder Rifle Scope with Extended Sunshade $44.95 Time Remaining: 21d 19h 2m Buy It Now for only: $44.95 |
 AIM Sports 10 40x50 mm Rangefinder Reticle Rifle Scope with Dual Illuminator $129.88 Time Remaining: 6d 22h 36m Buy It Now for only: $129.88 |
 4X32 MIL DOT AO RANGEFINDER RIFLE SCOPE TIPPMANN MINI $64.99 Time Remaining: 26d 18h 33m Buy It Now for only: $64.99 |
 Bushnell Yardage Pro 4 12x42 BDC Laser Rangefinder Rifle Scope 204124 $709.99 Time Remaining: 13d 18h 8m Buy It Now for only: $709.99 |
 Springfield Armory 4 14x40mm Rifle Scope 223 Rangefinder $499.99 Time Remaining: 15d 1h 32m Buy It Now for only: $499.99 |
 NEW 6X42 COMPACT RANGEFINDER TACTICAL RIFLE SCOPE BLACK $93.12 Time Remaining: 2d 1h 4m |
 4 16x50 AOE DUAL ILLUMINATE RANGEFINDER RIFLE SCOPE $89.95 Time Remaining: 2d 20h 35m Buy It Now for only: $89.95 |
 NEW 4 16X50 MARK 3 RANGEFINDER ILLUMINATED RIFLE SCOPE $126.50 Time Remaining: 8d 17h 29m Buy It Now for only: $126.50 |
 Bushnell ScopeChief 4x12 Rifle Scope W Prismatic Range Finder BDC $279.99 Time Remaining: 20d 18h 28m Buy It Now for only: $279.99 |
 Tasco 2 6x28 Tri Rail Red Green Rangefinder Rifle Scope $42.42 Time Remaining: 22d 20h 30m Buy It Now for only: $42.42 |
 NEW NCSTAR FREEDOM SERIES FULL SIZE 10X42 RANGEFINDER RIFLE SCOPE W SUNSHADE $61.99 Time Remaining: 7d 20h 9m Buy It Now for only: $61.99 |
 Bresser LR 800 yd 700m Laser Range Finder Bow Hunt Rifle Hunting Optics Tools $148.60 Time Remaining: 2d 2h 32m Buy It Now for only: $148.60 |
 S7 3 9x50E Red Illuminated Range Finder Rifle Scope $47.13 Time Remaining: 8d 14h 24m Buy It Now for only: $47.13 |
 S22 2 6x32 AOE RG Illuminated Range Finder Rifle Scope $56.56 Time Remaining: 8d 14h 28m Buy It Now for only: $56.56 |
 VISM 6x42 Rangefinder Rifle Scope NEW $19.99 Time Remaining: 2d 22h 38m |
 Nik Rifle Hunter 1000 Nikon 8377 $357.77 Time Remaining: 12d 16h 47m Buy It Now for only: $357.77 |
 NEW NCSTAR MARK 3 TACTICAL RIFLE RANGEFINDER 6X42 SCOPE $90.99 Time Remaining: 2d 19h 22m Buy It Now for only: $90.99 |
 AIM Sport 4X32 Tactical Compact Rangefinder Rifle Scope w Rings $27.99 Time Remaining: 26d 28m Buy It Now for only: $27.99 |
 NIKON RifleHunter Rifle Hunter Laser 550 Brown Rangefinder Range Finder 8367 $329.95 Time Remaining: 27d 21h 47m Buy It Now for only: $329.95 |
 Tasco 3 9x40 Red Green Illuminated Rangefinder Rifle Scope w Extended Sunshade $47.13 Time Remaining: 6d 18h 27m Buy It Now for only: $47.13 |
 TASCO 3 9x56 Red Green Illuminated Rangefinder Rifle Scope $47.13 Time Remaining: 27d 19h 11m Buy It Now for only: $47.13 |
 Nikon Rifle Hunter 1000 Rangefinder $349.95 Time Remaining: 25d 18h 9m Buy It Now for only: $349.95 |
 REDFIELD RIFLE SCOPE W RANGE FINDER MILITARY SNIPER SCOPE 3X9X1 $76.00 (5 Bids) Time Remaining: 3d 3h 14m |
 NcStar Mark III 125 4x32 Range Finder Rifle Scope $109.95 Time Remaining: 28d 3h 15m Buy It Now for only: $109.95 |
 NEW 6X42 COMPACT RANGEFINDER TACTICAL RIFLE SCOPE BLACK $93.12 Time Remaining: 8d 17h 29m Buy It Now for only: $93.12 |
 6 24x50 ILLUMINATED RED DOT RANGEFINDER RIFLE SCOPE $102.99 Time Remaining: 10d 20h 47m Buy It Now for only: $102.99 |
 Bushnell 4x12 Rifle Scope W Prismatic Range Finder MIB $399.99 Time Remaining: 6d 17h 5m Buy It Now for only: $399.99 |
 6 24X50 RANGEFINDER RIFLE SCOPE W RED GREEN ILLUMINATED $103.99 Time Remaining: 15d 19h 11m Buy It Now for only: $103.99 |
 TASCO 4 16x50 Red Green Illuminated Rangefinder AO Rifle Scope $67.56 Time Remaining: 28d 15h 39m Buy It Now for only: $67.56 |
 GMG SKS RIFLE 4x30 P4 SNIPER MILITARY SCOPE RANGE FINDER RETICLE GM SKS1SR $35.40 Time Remaining: 13d 18h 35m Buy It Now for only: $35.40 |
 NEW NCSTAR 3 12X50 ILLUMINATED RANGEFINDER RIFLE SCOPE $85.99 Time Remaining: 28d 17h 20m Buy It Now for only: $85.99 |
 VISM 6x42 Rangefinder Rifle Scope NEW $19.99 Time Remaining: 4d 22h 39m |
 NCSTAR 2 7X32 MARK III RANGEFINDER RIFLE SCOPE FOR HUNT $96.99 Time Remaining: 14d 20h 3m Buy It Now for only: $96.99 |
 Sniper Rifle Scope SAIGA VEPR POSP 4x24 V 1000m Range Finder $229.00 Time Remaining: 4d 23h 2m Buy It Now for only: $229.00 |
 NIKON Rifle Hunter RifleHunter 550 Laser Rangefinder ID Technology Brown 8367 $309.95 Time Remaining: 19d 22h 27m Buy It Now for only: $309.95 |
 NEW 2 7X32 RANGEFINDER QUICK RELEASE RIFLE SCOPE BLACK $112.99 Time Remaining: 14d 20h 8m Buy It Now for only: $112.99 |
 NEW 4 16X50 ILLUMINATED RANGEFINDER RIFLE SCOPE BLACK $112.99 Time Remaining: 8d 17h 38m Buy It Now for only: $112.99 |
 Bushnell Yardage Pro 4 12x42 BDC Laser Rangefinder Rifle Scope 204124 $709.99 Time Remaining: 13d 19h 58m Buy It Now for only: $709.99 |
 Nikon Rifle Hunter 1000 Rangefinder $349.95 Time Remaining: 13d 19h 37m Buy It Now for only: $349.95 |
 TASCO 4x32 Blue Illuminated Rangefinder AO Rifle Scope w Extended Sunshade $43.99 Time Remaining: 11d 17h 52m Buy It Now for only: $43.99 |
 VISM 6x42 Rangefinder Rifle Scope NEW $19.99 Time Remaining: 4d 22h 39m |
 4X32 Rifle Scope Tactical Rangefinder With Red Laser and Flashlight Set $91.49 Time Remaining: 14d 12h 39m Buy It Now for only: $91.49 |
 Tru Glo Tru Brite Xtreme Illuminated Rifle Scope 3 12 x 44mm W BDC $195.99 Time Remaining: 16d 17h 27m Buy It Now for only: $195.99 |
 Bresser LR 800 yd 700m Laser Range Finder Bow Hunt Rifle Hunting Optics Tools $148.80 Time Remaining: 10d 2h 41m Buy It Now for only: $148.80 |
 Barska 8 32x50 Illuminated Reticle Rangefinder Rifle Scope $199.95 Time Remaining: 8d 19h 6m Buy It Now for only: $199.95 |
 Rangefinder Scope Sight in rifle targets deer simulator $27.50 Time Remaining: 14d 23h 15m Buy It Now for only: $27.50 |
 Bresser 800 yd Laser Range Finder Bow Hunt Rifle Hunting Optics w case $149.33 Time Remaining: 11d 4h 16m Buy It Now for only: $149.33 |
 4 16X50 LIT SCOPE RIFLE AO RANGEFINDER ILLUMINATED ZOOM $119.08 Time Remaining: 14d 17h 15m Buy It Now for only: $119.08 |
 Bushnell Yardage Pro 204124 Laser Rangefinder Rifle Scope Range Finder 4 12x42 $350.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 5d 3h 4m |
 NcSTAR Illuminated AO Rifle Scope 6 24x50AOE Silver Rangefinder Green $92.69 Time Remaining: 13d 20h 8m Buy It Now for only: $92.69 |
 Bushnell Yardage Pro BDC Rangefinder Riflescope 20 4124 204124 Rifle Scope $760.00 Time Remaining: 25d 8h 28m Buy It Now for only: $760.00 |
 NcStar 2 7x32mm Rifle Scope Kit 3 Illuminated Rangefinder Reticle w Green $169.00 Time Remaining: 29d 3h 11m Buy It Now for only: $169.00 |
 Scope Rifle 4X32 With Rangefinder Original Sparker Red Laser Flashlight $92.87 Time Remaining: 14d 12h 39m Buy It Now for only: $92.87 |
 Tru Glo Tru Brite Xtreme Illuminated Rifle Scope 3 9 x 44mm $179.99 Time Remaining: 17d 17h 7m Buy It Now for only: $179.99 |
 Tru Glo Tru Brite Xtreme Illuminated Rifle Scope 3 9 x 44mm W BDC $195.99 Time Remaining: 17d 17h 7m Buy It Now for only: $195.99 |
 NEW NIKON PROSTAFF 3 9X50 RIFLE SCOPE BDC MATTE 6727 $199.99 Time Remaining: 22d 4h 22m Buy It Now for only: $199.99 |
 TASCO 4 16x50 Red Green Illuminated Rangefinder AO Rifle Scope $69.95 Time Remaining: 15d 18h 59m Buy It Now for only: $69.95 |
 Field Stream HUNTING OPTICS HANDBOOK guide rifle spotting scopes rangefinder $2.99 Time Remaining: 6d 2h 48m Buy It Now for only: $7.95 |
 NcSTAR Illuminated AO Rifle Scope 6 24x50AOE Silver Rangefinder Green $92.69 Time Remaining: 13d 22h 44m Buy It Now for only: $92.69 |
 NcStar 2 7x32mm Rifle Scope Kit 3 Illuminated Rangefinder Reticle w Green $169.00 Time Remaining: 27d 19h 27m Buy It Now for only: $169.00 |
 Nikon Rifle Hunter 550 Rangefinder Max1 8368 $319.95 Time Remaining: 14d 20h 13m Buy It Now for only: $319.95 |
 Bushnell Legend 1200 ARC 6x Laser Rifle Rangefinder New $339.95 Time Remaining: 27d 21h 19m Buy It Now for only: $339.95 |
 NcSTAR Illuminated AO Rifle Scopes 6 24x50AOE Rangefinder Green Ring $96.00 Time Remaining: 13d 20h 8m Buy It Now for only: $96.00 |
 2 6X32 AOE rifle airsoft hunting Rangefinder scope $43.77 Time Remaining: 5d 14h 14m Buy It Now for only: $43.77 |
 BDC 4 12x50 AO Rangefinder Bullet Drop Compensation Rifle scope Nikon Lenspen $165.00 Time Remaining: 28d 22h 43m Buy It Now for only: $165.00 |
 TASCO 3 9x56 Red Green Illuminated Rangefinder Rifle Scope $47.13 Time Remaining: 19d 19h 9m Buy It Now for only: $47.13 |
 Nikon Riflehunter Brown 550 6X Power Range Finder Rifle Hunter Laser Hunting New $22.50 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 6d 14h 33m |
 2 6X32 AOE rifle airsoft hunting Rangefinder scope $43.77 Time Remaining: 9d 12h 58m Buy It Now for only: $43.77 |
 TASCO 6 24x50 Red Green Illuminated Rangefinder AO Rifle Scope with Sunshade $69.95 Time Remaining: 14d 19h 49m Buy It Now for only: $69.95 |
 Tasco 3 9x40 Red Green Rangefinder Rifle Scope with Extended Sunshade $44.95 Time Remaining: 10d 20h 5m Buy It Now for only: $44.95 |
 TASCO 4x32 Blue Illuminated Rangefinder AO Rifle Scope w Removable Sunshade $42.95 Time Remaining: 18d 18h 38m Buy It Now for only: $42.95 |
 Tasco 3 9x40 Red Green Rangefinder Rifle Scope w Extended Sunshade $47.13 Time Remaining: 21d 13h 42m Buy It Now for only: $47.13 |
 TASCO 4x32 Blue Illuminated Rangefinder AO Rifle Scope w Removable Sunshade $47.13 Time Remaining: 28d 16h 57m Buy It Now for only: $47.13 |
 TASCO 6 24x50 Red Green Illuminated Rangefinder AO Rifle Scope w Sunshade $62.85 Time Remaining: 1d 17h 7m Buy It Now for only: $62.85 |
Rangefinder Rifle
Best Hunting Rangefinder: What to Look for In a Rangefinder for Hunting
Rangefinders have become a huge part of hunting. So what makes up the best hunting rangefinder? Well, it is obvious that knowing the range of your target is a huge benefit, especially when shooting long range and archery. The further out a shot is, the more the projectile will drop, but if you know your weapon and the distance to the target, you can effectively shoot at incredible distances. Here we will take a look at what you should look for in a rangefinder for hunting
There are several things that you need to be aware of before you buy a rangefinder so that you can buy the best hunting rangefinder for your situation. There are options that not all rangefinders have that will prove very beneficial once you use them. Here is a list of the items to keep in mind before you buy:
• Price & Quality
• Maximum Range
• Angle Compensation
• Overall Size
• Simplicity
Let's break these down to make sure you choose the best hunting rangefinder:
Price and Quality:
In the world of hunting rangefinders, and all optics for that matter, you get what you pay for. Price and quality go hand in hand. Higher quality almost always means higher price. There is a substantial quality difference between the least and most expensive rangefinders. A law of diminishing returns is also in play here, where to a point, quality goes up a lot with price, but as you go up in price, quality tends to level out. In other words, a $300 rangefinder will be twice as good as a $150 rangefinder, whereas a $1000 rangefinder will not be twice as good as a $500 rangefinder. Of course it will be better and quite noticeably at that.
The best advice I can offer is: go with the best hunting rangefinder you can afford. This way there will be no regrets as to wishing you had bought a better one because it was the best you could buy at the time. Likewise, you will not be mad at yourself for buying an inferior rangefinder, because you bought what you could and you can upgrade when you have the funds available.
Maximum Range:
Pay special attention to the maximum effective range of a rangefinder before you buy it. For most long range shooters, you will want a rangefinder good for over 1,000 yards. Even if you are an archery shooter you will want a high maximum range. Even if you will not use the long range for hunting or shooting, it is still fun to use. Not to mention, most models these days have maximum ranges of 1,000 yards or better.
Even though a hunting range finder might have a maximum range of 1200 yards for instance, it is important to remember that this number is only accurate in the most ideal conditions. Most maximum ranges are calculated on a large reflective surface in the perfect weather conditions, which is not typical of a hunting situation. On deer sized animals with typical conditions you are normally good out to about 75% of the stated range. That being said, higher quality hunting rangefinders will live up to their stated maximum range much more than the cheaper ones will. Yet another reason to go with the best you can afford.
Angle Compensation:
When hunting, it's rare to shoot while being level with your game. When hunting out of a tree stand with a bow, or out west with a rifle, almost all shots will be at some type of angle. The angle you are shooting has a lot of effect on projectile drop. If you are shooting up or down hill, you will need to adjust as if the bullet or arrow will not drop as much. It is confusing, especially how you aim lower than normal for both up and down angles, but there is a mathematical equation that can tell you exactly how much drop you can expect. I am not going to explain it here, because it is easier to buy a hunting rangefinder that does all the math for you instantly and tells you exactly how far to shoot for.
A quick story: I was archery mule deer hunting and had a nice, 165 inch buck spotted bedded below some cliffs. I stalked to within 37 yards right above him. The rangefinder said aim for 25 yards. I thought that was a bit much of a variance, so I aimed with my 30 yard pin. Well, to make a long story short, I hit a few inches higher than I'd liked. Luckily he had no idea I was there or what happened, so he got behind a bushy tree and just stood there. There was nothing I could do but wait. Eventually, about 5-10 minutes later, he jumped into sight, shaking. I put one more arrow in the sweet spot from 40 yards (aiming for 30), and he was done after a 50 yard dash down a rock slide.
The moral of the story is get a hunting rangefinder that has some sort of angle compensation. All the brands call it something else, but it all calculates the same thing. It works the same for shooting a rifle, and many rangefinders will tell you exactly how high to aim.
Size:
With all the gear that us hunters deem necessary these days, the size of our gear is important. I like a rangefinder that fits easily into my pocket, yet is easy to hold and use. Too small and you will be fumbling for the right buttons. Too big and you will leave it in the truck because it is too cumbersome to pack around. We will talk about the best hunting rangefinder size at the end of the article.
Simplicity:
Push the button and read the yardage. That is what it takes for the best hunting rangefinder to do its job. Some rangefinders these days come with a novel of instructions that need to be read before you can effectively use it, and you'd better take that novel with you. Do not be fooled by all the extras. Actual range and angle compensation is all a range finder is needed to do. Besides, you want the numbers to be readable without a bunch of junk in the way when the moment counts. Keep it simple and you will be much happier with you purchase.
Finding the Best Rangefinder for Your Situation
With the information I have given you here, you are ready to begin your search for the best hunting rangefinder. At my blog I have arranged a list of the best rangefinders for hunting and ordered them by price range to make sure you get the best one you can afford. Check them out here: http://www.bestforhunting.com/?page_id=162
About the Author
Chris is an avid outdoorsman raising a small family in Idaho where he spends a lot of time hunting and fishing with family and friends. He is the owner operator of the popular websites www.OnlineFlyFishingGuide.com and www.SnakeProofGear.com, and others.
What type of rangefinder should I get for hunting?
I'm looking to get a rangefinder in the next couple weeks for hunting and was looking for some suggestions. I don't have to money to spend any more than $375 on one. I'm going to use it for turkey hunting, bow hunting, and rifle hunting for deer. It would be used in WI so I don't have to worry about mountains or long distance ranges you would need out west. Keep in mind I would need to use it in snowy terrain and the weather here changes every 5 minutes so something that would work well in the cold and rain would be helpful.
I was thinking about the Nikon Riflehunter 550
Thats exactly what I have and it works perfectly fine. I got my first bow kill thanks to it.
Nikon ProStaff 550 Laser Rangefinder