Sitemap

Become a Member, It's Free!

Fishing Guide Reviews

Forums

Free Email Newsletter

Free JHO Decal

Gear Reviews

Hunting Guide Reviews

Bushnell Yardage Pro Scout Model # 20-0001

April 06, 2004

Features:

Measurement accuracy: +/- 1 (yards).
Maximum distance for highly reflective targets: 700(yards).
Maximum distance for non-reflective targets: 250 (yards).
Minimum distance for target: 10 yards approximately.
Target quality indicator: Unknown at this time, if you have this info please email us at .
Low battery indicator: Yes, battery level indicator in LCD display.
Laser Type: Class 1 active laser.
Size: 1-1/2" h x 4" w x 2-3/4" d.
Weight: 7.0 ozs.
Magnification: 6X.
Targeting modes: 3 each. "Standard": push the button on to read range. "Scan": Provides continuous distance measurements as multiple targets in field of view are scanned. Hold power button for 3 seconds and hold in while scanning. . " >150": Objects under
Display: Through-the-Lens liquid crystal display, LCD, fully coated. No backlite.
Inaudible operation: Yes.
Distance Readout: Meters or yards, user selectable. Press and hold mode button for 2 seconds then let go. Unit goes from YD(yards) to M(meters) and vice versa.
Automatic shut-off, battery saver: Yes, after 6 seconds.
Power source: 1 each 3V lithium battery.
Waterproof: No, water resistant.
Color: Black or Realtree Hardwoods.
Warranty: 1 year.
Model Number: Model # 20-0001
Case: Rubber armor over aluminum body.
Comes with: Case and strap.
Shock Resistant: Yes.
Field of View (FOV): 320 feet @ 1000 yards.
Objective Diameter (mm): Unknown at this time, if you have this info please email us at .
Exit Pupil diameter (mm:) 4 mm.
Eye Relief (mm): 20 mm. Has a rubber ring that can fold away for eyeglasses.
Laser Beam Divergence: Unknown at this time, if you have this info please email us at .
Tripod Mount: No.

Other Information

. This unit was released in the fall of 2000. Early field reports say this rangefinder eats batteries, even when turned off it still is draining the battery. Bushnell has acknowledged the unit has a problem and they have fixed it on the newest ones. If you have this unit and the battery doesn't last very long, return it to Bushnell for replacement.

User Comments

Things I noticed while playing around with it. Keep in mind i have no prior experience with these at all so this stuff may be the same with all rangefinders: The unit is very quick(less than 2 secs) to give back a distance. Depends on how far but nevertheless seems quick to me. The scan mode is very nice and effective. Allows you to sweep while watching the distance change as you go. When unable to range an object do to size/distance of object I found it easy to range the ground next to the object to get an approximate reading. Of course I wouldn't want to make a shot based upon this but it does give a good idea of the distance. Gizz.

I just got my Yardage Pro Scout two weeks ago. I love it . No problems. It is smaller than the Nikon 800 and the Leica 800. I checked out all three, and for me, the Scout was the best choice. Good luck. CNC

I just got the Scout model and like it, especially the very small size and versatility as far as it ranging from 10 to 700 yards. Deer size animals though can only be ranged out to, say, 300 yards - trees out to 570 yards, buildings out to 700 yards. I've been messing around with it and have had no problems ranging trees out to 400 yards. It also has the scan mode for a continuosly changing ranges. I've never used any of the others. Gizz.

I just bought the Scout and really like it.I compared it to the Nikon and found no difference.I got the camo model and the optics are super clear and crisp. Stringpuller.

I had a Scout and returned it for the Leica, there is NO comparison in the optics. The Leica's optics are much better. I had a problem with the Scout's battery draining so returned it for the Leica. Two of my buddies both had the same problem with the Scout,supposedly this problem is fixed. The Bushnell rangefinders are excellent,the Leica is better. NodakQ2.

Compare the two side by side (Scout vs. Leica 800), and you will see there is no comparison - the optics and performance of the Leica are much, much better, especially in low light. Olink.

Just got back from Cabelas and tried them both. NO COMPARISON. Bought the Leica. Much to my wife's chagrin! Tom in Pa.

I like bushnell and have had great luck with it, given a choice bewteen any Leica product and any Bushnell product though i'd go with Leica everytime. It's like Cadillac and Chevy. nothing wrong with the Chevy, but if money is not a problem take the Caddy! bou'bound.

Pricing Information

Best price .... $254.95 at S.W.F.A., $299.99 at Cabela's, Globe-Mart is $299.95, $306.00 for camo at Bear Basin, Bass Pro Shop price is $299.99 for Dark Green case, $319.99 for Realtree Hardwoods case. Note .... Please check current pricing and availability. Info current as of 8/8/03.

Manufacturer Information

http://www.bushnell.com/productinfo/rangefinders/hunting.html