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Jesse's Hunting > Gear Reviews > Rangefinders > Bushnell > Bushnell Yardage Pro Bow
Bushnell Yardage Pro Bow
April 06, 2004
Features:
- Measurement accuracy: +/- 1 yards.
- Maximum distance for highly reflective targets: 99 yards.
- Maximum distance for non-reflective targets: 75 yards.
- Multiple target positions for non-reflective targets: No.
- Low battery indicator: Yes.
- Laser type: Active class 1 laser.
- Size: 2.0" l x 3.0" w x 2.6" h, 51 l x 76 wx 66 mm h.
- Weight: 14 oz. (397 grams).
- Waterproof: No, water resistant.
- Power source: 1 each 9 volt alkaline battery.
- Inaudible operation: Yes.
- Distance Readout: Unknown at this time, if you have this info please email us at .
- Warranty: 1 year.
- Model Number: 20-0100.
- Case: Aluminum.
- Mount: Adjustable removable dovetail mount.
- Shock Resistant: Yes.
- Comes With: Operation manual.
- Field of View (FOV): Unknown at this time, if you have this info please email us us . You can measure this yourselfif you own one already by reading the width of the view at 30 or 40 yards.
- Display: Monocular through-the-Lens liquid crystal display (LCD), fully coated. Automatic shutoff. No backlite for low light operation.
- Objective Diameter (mm): Unknown at this time, anyone know out there?
- Exit Pupil (mm:) Unknown at this time, if you have this info please email us at .
- Eye Relief (mm): Unknown at this time, if you have this info please email us at .
- Laser Beam Divergence: Unknown at this time, if you have this info please email us at .
Other InformationThe Yardage Pro Bow was released in August 1998. They use a standard 9-volt alkaline battery. If you have any user comments or info that is not listed, please email us at . Thanks!
User CommentsYardage Pro Bow review posted by 'Jimbo' on 'Hunt Info' deer forum 9/18/98 .... 'It ranges effectively to 75 yards. I have gotten good readings at further distances on solid targets like rocks. It is much smaller than the rangefinder you now own. It's also easy to use. I actually draw the bow, line up the rangefinder, press the button (which mounts on the bow handle), and read the distance. Takes only a couple of seconds, then you can simply move to the proper sight pin and release the arrow.'
Review posted by 'Hunter' on 'Hunt Info Bowhunting forum 10/21/98 .... I have one, in addition to my regular laser rangefinder. I've only had it for a week. Three days ago, I mounted it on my bow. At first, I found it to make my bow a little top heavy. But, as I shot it, it had no effect on my shooting. In fact, it may have had the opposite effect, as it added more mass weight to my system. As I carried it, I quickly became used to it.
Two nights ago, I took it hunting for the first time here in New York. Two hours into my sit, a nice 8-pointer responded to my grunt, walking quickly to my tree. He angled to my right, not stopping. I may not have had enough time to use my other rangefinder. I lifted my bow and aimed the rangefinder at the opening he was about to step into. I pressed the button and it immediately read 21 yards. At that same instant, the buck stepped into the opening. Without hesitation, I set my 20 yarder dead center and drilled him. He dropped in 20 yards. You asked for a hammer and I built you a house. Sorry. In short, that thing works!
Some other notes .... The Pope and Young record book WILL NOT allow any game taken with this rangefinder mounted on a bow. Also, Texas hunting law has been interpreted to say that no sight that casts a beam of light (visible or not), can be mounted on a weapon for the taking of game. From the conversations with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, this rangefinder is ILLEGAL!
Pricing InformationBest price .... No current price as of 8/8/03. Dealers have discontinued this model. Was $199.99 at Cabela's, Globe-Mart was $214.95. Note .... Please check current pricing and availability. Info current as of 8/8/03
Manufacturer Informationhttp://www.bushnell.com/productinfo/rangefinders/hunting.html
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