Review for Bushnell 6x Legend 1200 ARC Bow & Rifle Laser Rangefinder, Black 204100

Author: Blaze.45 {!} from Seattle, WA on Aug 7, 2011
Pros:  Helpful features, accurate
Cons:  Weather conditions play with max range capability
Would recommend:  yes

Blaze.45 wrote:

Been out to the range and forest twice now with the Legend1200... Overall it was worth the price I paid (caught it on sale plus 15% coupon). Its dead accurate, clocked my shooting range 600yd dead on. Even as I stepped back 3 yards at a time, it was spot on. The forest had positive results, but not perfect. In a clearing I was able to range a 15-degree slant uphill out to 860 or so. I couldn't get it to go further on light brush and evergreen trees. Mind you this was handheld with no support, but it was a sunny perfect day. Honestly I expected a bit more than 860'ish on a perfect sunny/hot day. But this was only one instance, and I haven't gotten a chance to test further yet. I wasn't able to duplicate the 860'ish in wet conditions, the Northwest moisture/mist in the air must play with the laser a bit. It will do 600yds or less everytime though in every weather situation short of a monsoon. YMMV, I love it for the 2.5 bills I payed. Also, to keep the CR battery fresh, I take it out everytime I'm done shooting for the week. You should consider doing the same if you are a twice a month shooter or less.