I need a new range finder

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My old Leupold RX-1000i TBR has finally faded to the point where it can't be used anymore. I called Leupold to see if it could be refurbished, but sadly it could not. They did offer me 30% off the purchase of a new one.

Looking at modern range finders, it seems most of them have plenty of range for me. So, it's really a question of quality and durability. My budget is probably around $400.

What range finder would you recommend?

Thank you
-Matt
 
My old Leupold RX-1000i TBR has finally faded to the point where it can't be used anymore. I called Leupold to see if it could be refurbished, but sadly it could not. They did offer me 30% off the purchase of a new one.

Looking at modern range finders, it seems most of them have plenty of range for me. So, it's really a question of quality and durability. My budget is probably around $400.

What range finder would you recommend?

Thank you
-Matt
Matt
There are many good rangefinders; I've used Leica, Vortex and Leupold with great success and all are durable. Select the model with the options you want/need with the max range you hunt. Leica is a little pricy but very durable and accurate; the others are as good and less expensive. I've shot plains game in SA out past 400 yds all with extreme accuracy.
 
My old Leupold RX-1000i TBR has finally faded to the point where it can't be used anymore. I called Leupold to see if it could be refurbished, but sadly it could not. They did offer me 30% off the purchase of a new one.

Looking at modern range finders, it seems most of them have plenty of range for me. So, it's really a question of quality and durability. My budget is probably around $400.

What range finder would you recommend?

Thank you
-Matt
I had a chance to use the Sig Kilo 8k recently and it's pricy but well built and very impressive to use.
 
For $400 you can get an excellent slightly used Leica. Find one and I’m sure you won’t regret it.
 

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