Bushnell Medalist Laser Rangefinder

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Brand: Bushnell
Category: Sports

List Price: ~~$429.95~~
Buy New: $279.99
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Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars

3 reviews
Sales Rank: 9134

Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 5
Dimensions (in): 5.7 x 5.1 x 3

MPN: 1993
Model: 201354
UPC: 029757201355
EAN: 0029757201355
ASIN: B0014NJ4LI

Release Date: February 6, 2008
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Features:

•	Rangefinder for golfers with flag range up to 300 yards
•	Pinseeker target mode acquires flag without inadvertently capturing background targets
•	Rain target mode compensates for precipitation
•	4x magnification, 20mm objective lens, powered by 9 volt battery
•	Legal for use in tournament play

Accessories:

•	Bushnell Scout 1000 w/ Realtree AP Camo Laser Rangefinder
•	Spenco Blister Kit

Editorial Reviews:

Amazon.com Product Description
Compact in size but loaded with powerful rangefinding features, the Bushnell Medalist sets a new standard in a complete rangefinder package. Like its predecessor--the PinSeeker 1500--the Medalist is equipped with PinSeeker technology to combine pinpoint accuracy and consistency enabling you to range up to 300 yards (1 yard) to the flag without the use of reflectors.

Designed exclusively with the bottom of the cup in mind, Bushnell's Pinseeker mode allows easy acquisition of the flag without inadvertently capturing background target distances. When more than one object is acquired, the closer of the two objects is shown on the LCD screen.

Powered by a 9-volt battery, the lightweight Medalist boasts a 4x magnification and features a rubber armoring, making it easy to grip. It also comes with a premium carrying case. Weighing just 9 ounces, the Medalist measures 1.7 x 4.5 x 3.8 inches in size and is ready to be used right out-of-the-box, allowing it to be played at 100 percent of the courses around the world. The Medalist is legal for tournament play and for posting of scores for handicap purposes. Other features include distance readings in both yards and meters and standard SCAN mode.

Targeting Modes

SCAN: Allows you to pan across the landscape while viewing a continuously updated LCD display of the distances between you and the targets you scan.
Rain: Compensates for precipitation to guarantee an accurate distance measurement through rain or snow.
Reflector: Increases the maximum measurement range for most highly reflective objects.
Pinseeker

Specifications

Magnification: 4x
Objective lens: 20mm
Range: 5 to 1000 yards
Battery type: 9 volt
Weight: 9 ounces
Dimensions: 1.7 x 4.5 x 3.8 inches

Range

Reflective: 1000 yards
Tree: 700 yards
Flag: 300 yards
Accuracy: 1 yard

How a Laser Rangefinder Works
Bushnell's Yardage Pro rangefinders use an invisible, eye-safe Class 1 Laser beam (as classified by the FDA) which is "bounced" off distant objects with the press of a button. Then, the rangefinder's high-speed digital clock measures the time it took for a laser beam to reach a target and return to the unit. Next, using advanced digital electronics, the rangefinder instantly calculates the distance within 1 yard and shows the range in either yards or meters on a through-the-lens LCD Display. The entire process is so fast that less than a second elapses between the time you press the button to generate a laser beam to the time the exact range to your target is displayed.

Product Description

Bushnell Pinseeker Series Rangefinders:

Emits invisible, eyesafe, infrared energy pulses that are reflected off a selected target back to the receiving optics. Sophisticated circuitry and a high speed clock are used to instantaneously calculate distances

Measure distances instantly and accurately to within one yard

Eyesafe Class 1 laser

Low battery indicator

Includes case

Medalist Edition

Magnification: 4 power

4x monocular helps to reduce shakiness

Great model for the avid to everyday golfer

Range: 5-1000 yards/meters

300 + yards to a flag

Pinseeker mode zeros in on flag

Scan feature displays multiple ranges while panning

Weather resistant

Size: 1.8 x 4.4 x 3.8

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars

Avoid the medalist April 17, 2008
2 out of 3 found this review helpful

Are rangefinders a great thing for golf? Yes, they are. Is this the rangefinder you want? NO. I had an old bushnell that I loved- right up until someone stole it from my cart. I could not find a used one like it, so I opted to purchase a medalist, from someone on e-bay. I thought I'd spend the extra money to get the "pin-seeker" technology. First, this model does not work a bit better than my old one. In fact, I generally find that it has a harder time finding the pin, not an easier one. And then there's the cover for the battery..... It arrived with the cover off, which should have been my first clue. It would not snap on, and it took about a gram's worth of pressure for it to fall off- without un-latching it. I took it to a local golf store, and they were willing to exchange it. I used the new one today, and the cover fell off 4x during the round, just sitting in the golf cart. You can tape it on, but I don't think you should have to duct-tape something that is $250. It's a very poor design, to have the cover piece fit over a curve. The case for it looks like it cost bushnell about 10 cents to make, and was sewn by a blind man....- pretty disconcerting for such an expensive gadget. I love having a rangefinder, but I am extremely disappointed that bushnell has such poor quality control. I only wish I had purchased it on amazon, because then i could send it back!

4 out of 5 stars

First outing discount... March 4, 2008
A number of my golfing buddies own and use Golf GPS units. I tried them, but depending on the course you're playing, there was a question as to making the correct interpretation. So I leaned toward the laser range finder. Just about that time Bushnell came out with the Medalist with "Pin Seeker" technology. I bought it.

On my very first outing, a club tournament, I hit three of the four par-threes to within 15-feet; I won two of those greenies. (We won't talk about the other green not hit.) Now, I'm not a great golfer; a 17-handicap. What the range finder does is gives you the confidence of the distance (you still need to calculate wind and elevation), but with that out of the way, just hit the ball. This unit is easy to use; no shakey movement and with the "Pin Seeker" technology, pin-pointing the flag-stick is easy. And it really works. If you happen to shoot the laser past the flag, it shows you the farther target, then resets with the actual target. You can also sight water hazard carries; bunker carries; lay-up distances, etc. (Can you tell I love it. My handicap is still 17!!!)

Have fun; it's a new toy after all.

...LarryJ

5 out of 5 stars

Bushnell Medalist Range Finder September 19, 2007
7 out of 7 found this review helpful

I just purchased the Bushnell Medalist range finder a week ago. I did this after researching most of the popular golf GPS products and the
golf range finders.

Specifically, the Bushnell Medalist range finder is a "WINNER". I
lowered my score right away. Not by hitting the ball better, but by avoiding the traps (I can measure where they are). I was aslo able to
pick the right club for the right distance.

I found the range finder to be very, very accurate. After a week
at my main course, and playing three other difficult golf courses,
I play with a new "Tiger" like confidence.

The summary follows:

Positive:

1) Accuracy
2) Small size ( you can mange with one hand, although you need two to
get a "steady" reading. The "Pinseeker" mode almost eliaintes this
issue though.
3) Cost (it is worth the value of $299)
4) Battery life (it has not blinked after a week of daily use) 9 volt
replaceable battery
5) Universal use (it works on ALL courses - no maps, PC, or SD memory
issues)
6) If you are in a scramble, guess who is the most popular player?

Negative:

1) The case is too flimsy. It loks good, but is not rugged enough.
Mine tore after 3 day. I bough a camera case for it that is much
more durable and is portable enght for both my portbale cart,a nd
a riding cart.

That's it. if you are on the limb about what to buy. Buy a range finder. You'll not regret it.