Reviews - Leupold RXB-IV Waterproof Laser Rangefinder Binoculars with Electronic Compass Reviews - LU-RF-RXBIV-63335

Author: Kenny631 (verified customer) , Outdoor Sportsman,Boating, Fishing,Shooting, from Commack New York on Sep 10, 2009
Pros:  Good Glass even in low light/Accurate ranging
Cons:  Expensive/But cheaper than a Swarovski $1,000+
Would recommend:  yes

Kenny631 wrote:

I was torn between this model and a monocular.Either the Leupold RX-IV on the high end $443.99 or the Nikon 1200 8359 Gold for $399.00. I tested it's close range accuracy on a football field from 5 to 120 yards goal post to goal post. It was exact to the foot.Then on to the golf range accurate to 320 yards. Then I found a straight quiet piece of highway and got strong accurate returns off the evenly spaced light posts between 500 to 850 yards.Then the road curved ending the consitant spacing. Most of my shooting will be between 200 and 800 yards tops. So 1500 yards is beyond my expertise but I wanted a powerful laser with good non reflective returns. There is no pivot point or thumb dial to adjust spacing of your eyes or to focus.I suggest to pull them all the way apart then slowly squeeze them together until the dislay appears the brightest in both eyes. You must focus each lense independantly as stated in the manual. If you just need a range finder then just buy one of the monoculars ...
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Author: Wrangler76 (verified customer) , Hunter/Fisherman, from Carson, WA on Jan 18, 2009
Pros:  Low price and quality optics/rangefinder
Cons:  Battery powered and weight size
Would recommend:  yes

Wrangler76 wrote:

A friend of mine introduced me to the world of rangefinder integrated binoculars by flaunting his Lecia 15x45, which were very impressive but would have been a bit too much of a hit to my wallet. This compact setup was a compromise at the time but has left me very satisfied after it's first year of service. The binocular optics are far clearer and brighter than I had expected and the rangefinder has regularly given me accurate ranging out to 800yds on nonreflective objects. A nice case/filters and comfortable harness were all included. Until they find an alternative method to power these rangefinders always keep a spare battery because I have found that they die at the most inopportune times

Author: Eric (verified customer) from Chandler AZ on Mar 4, 2008
Pros:  Seems to work well a shorter distances
Cons:  TBR doesn't seem to work much beyond 500 yards
Would recommend:  yes

Eric wrote:

Leupold advertizes the maximum ranging distance as 1500 yards. I struggled to get returns off a house at 1100 yards. It would only give a distance about 1 out of 5 trys. The other disappointment is that it doesn't seem to give TBR data at the longer distances (500 yds)

Author: vipersig (verified customer) from Milwaukee, WI on Feb 6, 2008
Pros:  Magnification, use of both eyes
Cons:  Setup
Would recommend:  yes

vipersig wrote:

Quality optic for the price. I really wanted to find a quality bino. with a laser range finder and this is it. Clear, adequate magnification, just difficult to set up. There are many reticles to choose from, options for bow hunters as well. Once you get used to the set up, the bino is good to go. The auto off feature is nice touch as well.

Author: Truman from Kalispell, MT on Nov 26, 2007
Would recommend:  yes

Truman wrote:

This is the third Leupold rangefinder I've owned, and they just keep improving on perfection. The true ballistic range technology on this thing is fantastic and extremely effective in helping you get the perfect shot. Well worth the money.