The best by some distance

Rangefinding optics are becoming increasingly popular in the UK, which is likely a direct result of their widespread use in the US. Across the pond, where big men in drive big trucks, rangefinding optics have long been established as an essential item. The landscapes people hunt in, over there, are vast and Americans are also more willing to take ‘long shots’, requiring ballistic adjustment, which would likely be considered unethical or inappropriate by most UK deerstalkers.

However, it would be wrong to say that rangefinding optics are of no value to the UK deerstalker. In fact, it would be perfectly reasonable to suggest that carrying a rangefinder actually improves the the ethics of deerstalking because their use excludes the possibility of misjudging distance, leading to a poorly executed shot.

Rangefinding binoculars provide an excellent option for