SIG SAUER KILO1000 5x20mm Digital Ballistic Laser Rangefinder
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Golden's Review of SIG SAUER KILO1000 5x20mm Digital Ballistic Laser Rangefinder
There are many other LRFs available in the Kilo line with all kinds of additional features. I got the KILO1000 because it was a lightweight, basic model without bluetooth or a bunch of additional stuff that I don't need while hunting or target shooting. I do my homework before I hit the range or field, so I was mainly looking for decent optical clarity, simple controls, clear display, and fairly accurate ranging. This product performs well on all my criteria at a competitive price point to equivalent models from other brands like Bushnell, Nikon, Leupold, and Vortex. I don't plan on dropping it out of a tree stand, running it over with a 4-wheeler, or dunking it in mud or water. If one of those things happen, the KILO1000 feels like it might survive, and I'm not out a sickening amount of coin if it doesn't. I particularly liked the display on the KILO1000, which seemed thicker, less cluttered, and bolder than other brands. This helps in low-light conditions. The only gripe I have is the "Range" button can be hard to find and press with gloved hands, but the "Mode" button seems to get pressed inadvertently on occasion. I have successfully ranged a 24" diameter steel target at various distances from 50 to 715 yards with the KILO1000. The ranging accuracy was good enough to dial a Leupold VX-3i LRP scope to the predicted drop from JBM Ballistics for .308Win 168gr Federal GMM at MV 2610fps for first-round hits in calm conditions within 1-2 MOA at 100, 250, 450, 550, 625, 675, 700, and 715 yards with a slightly accurized Remington 700 AAC-SD.
Pros:
- Lightweight
- good value
- Accurate
- Clear
Cons:
- Clumsy button locations
Best Used for:
- hunting
- Recreation
- Target shooting
Would Recommend:
Yes
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