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- Jun 22, 2019
Review: RX 5000TBR W Rangefinder
Unboxing
The rangefinder came with a set of directions, a subpar lanyard string, a non-durable case, and a TBR class sheet to match ballistics with the rifle. Inside the case were also a set of directions. Additionally, there was a rangefinding adapter for a tripod, designed with a slide-in mechanism.
Initial Impressions
The rangefinder's battery life was at 80 percent when unboxed. The display was very bright on the medium mode, making it easy to see in sunlight. The rangefinder picked up ranges flawlessly and quickly, with targets ranged up to 2000 yards.
Point Pinning
Leupold's marketing emphasizes this rangefinder's ability to send pins to many mapping apps, including ON X. This feature intrigued me for hunting purposes. However, while testing out the ON X pinning and recalibrating the device, the pins were constantly 50-400 yards off target, which was very frustrating. Leupold was contacted, and they stated that the device needs to be recalibrated whenever used in the field around metal objects.
Battery Life
With perhaps 30 percent of actual use and 10 minutes of Bluetooth connection, the battery life is at 50 percent.
Conclusion
With adjustments to settings away from the factory settings and being away from infrastructures, I hope the magnetic-to-app pinning will become more accurate. I'm also curious to see how this rangefinder will perform in harsh environments. I was impressed by this device's ranging abilities and the quick and easy app progression and Bluetooth connectivity. However, I was disappointed with the case and lanyard. I really do hope the pinning becomes more accurate.
