Another "very" positive word for the Revic BR4.
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I'd suggest reaching out to GW/Revic on that. Haven't had any issues on our end, but we don't typically get lower than that around here.
Huntnful
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The 10X magnification of the BR4 is what made me want to check it out. No regrets. Excellent ballistic calculating long range hand held rangefinder.
vancewalker007
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These are the operating ranges of the 2 most expensive ranging binos.
Swarovski EL Range 14 - 131 Deg F
Zeiss 10x42 Victory -22°F - + 145°F
I guess they are all over the place. Maybe if its -4 you might not be making a long range shot .... ? don't know, don't hunt in those temps.
JustSamson
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Just picked up a Kilo8k. Loaded my hand loads with no problem.
I just saw a comparison of two range finders left over night in near zero weather here.
www.rokslide.com
Not in the negative 20 range but still an indication.
Sig Kilo8K ABS and Gunwerks BR4 RF Field Review
This will be the baseline thread for updates on the performance between these two rangefinders. My evaluation will primarily revolve around functionality before any of the features- ranging, cold weather performance, etc. If there are any specific questions or things that someone would like...
www.rokslide.com
Not in the negative 20 range but still an indication.
vancewalker007
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I'm amazed they worked at all. Cold weather makes bad stuff happen t electronics and batteries.I just saw a comparison of two range finders left over night in near zero weather here.
Sig Kilo8K ABS and Gunwerks BR4 RF Field Review
This will be the baseline thread for updates on the performance between these two rangefinders. My evaluation will primarily revolve around functionality before any of the features- ranging, cold weather performance, etc. If there are any specific questions or things that someone would like...
Not in the negative 20 range but still an indication.
I do a lot of sub zero hunting. My practice with ANY electronic/battery driven device, and regardless of the specs, is to keep them located closer the your body warmth when exposed for extended periods. This works well, and I haven't found myself being unable to get a range with my BR2 and Sig2400. The negative effects from extreme cold are generally slower response from the displays(note: I understand that this factor determines the manufacturers temp spec), and of course, shortened battery life/power. Liquid Chrystal systems like the Kestral seem to be more easily affected by low temps then the LED systems. I will say that frozen fingers and funky ballistic(ammo) have been more problematic then RF's for me when LR hunting in low temps
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I'm guessing they can operate below those temps based on their performance on the test link another member posted.
