If you are a serious hunter, then chances are you already own a Laser Range Finder to help you in your hunting. However, if you don’t own one and are wondering what it is, then here is what it is and why you must get one.
A Laser Range Finder (LRF) gadget that measures the distance between a person and a target object. The LFR sends beam pulses at the object using the principle of Time of Flight. The beams then bounce off the object back to the range finder. The LRF has a computer chip that uses a high-speed digital clock to calculate the time taken and give a distance. The reading is then displayed on the screen of the LRF instantaneously.
The popularity Of Hunting Rangefinders:
LRFs have become increasingly popular over time as they give the best results when hunting. Truth be told, using the LRF may make the difference between having a successful kill or going home empty-handed. Even for experienced hunters judging range has been a tricky affair.
Regardless of their expertise, it is difficult to ascertain the distance just by looking through a scope. It does not matter if you hunt using a bow riffle or even a muzzleloader, shots, not well-judged end up missed. That is why it is advisable to have a rangefinder when you go out hunting.
Better still, it is important that you know how to use a rangefinder to get precise shots. A range finder is a convenient gadget that is compact and easily portable. It helps you eliminate any errors that may occur when using guesswork to determine distances between you and your target. If you are unfamiliar with how to use it, then this is your lucky day. This is how you use an LRF for hunting.
1. Familiarize Yourself With Your LRF:
Just like any pieces of equipment that you buy for the first time make sure that you learn how it works. Even if you have had a similar piece of equipment before, do not make assumptions that it works the same. Examine it critically, its strengths, shortcomings etc. go through the manual to understand all its features and workings. Test it by using it before actually going out hunting with it.
2. Check Your Rifle Scope In Advance:
It is important to check your hunting rifle scope before going out. It would be useless to correctly ascertain distances yet your scope well balanced. Make test shots to ensure that your projectile hits exactly where the scope says it should hit. You wouldn’t want to hit a target off by an inch and get away. It remains hurt while you go home empty-handed.
3. Modifications:
One important thing to do is modify or personalize the LRF. Some people prefer to wrap the LRF is a soft material that will muffle and sounds when it hit something especially when hunting. The covering also helps protect the LRF from damage. Some prefer to use moleskin and hockey tape that is flexible and flexible with different temperatures.
4. Range Landmarks:
Before you actually go hunting, visit the intended hunting grounds and range it. Find a starting point and mark the yardage. Range landmarks and trees. This will give you a good approximation of the distance. This is extremely useful especially when the target is swift.
When you are in an area with a well-defined tree stand location you can use it to mark the surroundings. This is a very efficient way to Pre-mark yardage. You can also use indicators like tacks, flags, ribbons or paint. Here are a few tips on how you can do it.
When using flags or markers you can use matching colors for yardage. But when using spray paint style, ensure that you use the dot line method with a black color that easily camouflages with the surroundings.
5. Safety Measures:
Make sure that you have a way to keep your LRF accessible but safe. Some peoples prefer to keep the LRF on a looped cord with the cord at belt level. This enables one to tuck it into your belt securing it when not using it. Also, the cord will keep the LRF from constantly falling and getting damaged.
6. Don’t Over-Rely:
Finally, do not be totally reliant on the Range finder. Sometimes prey can sneak up on you and you may not have enough time to prepare and may end up missing a good opportunity. It is therefore important to also practice without a magnifier or LRF. You can make practice targets and shoot at them, then use your rangefinder to determine how far or close you were. As they say, practice makes perfect.
When it comes to hunting. It is inevitable that you will be targeting animals. Sometimes they may be grazing stationery making you work easy. The real challenge comes when you want to shoot a moving animal, more so when it is moving toward you. So how do you use a rangefinder when you have an animal coming towards you? Here is how:
Conclusion:
Finally, remember to compensate for the angles. This is because you may be in a range that is not geometrically straight. On areas with a slope a straight line range is best for a good hit. When hunting from an elevated area, ignore the ground target markings, rather range the trunks of trees at eye level.
Remember despite the fact that hunting kills the animals, the main aim is to ensure that the prey is killed with one shot. Primarily it is pertinent to ensure that you get a perfect shot and kill without giving pain unnecessarily. Thus a range finder is the key to ensuring that you get perfect shots, killing humanely.