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Midas 1 Mile Laser Rangefinder

Best cheap credible long-range-capable rangefinder for range-day and backup use, with 6x magnification, 1,700-yard reflective ranging, 800-yard deer range, and simple angle compensation.

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Quick Specs

Price
$362
Weight
N/A
Brand
Athlon
Category
rangefinder

Features

  • •6x monocular
  • •5-1,700 yd reflective / 800 yd deer
  • •+/- 0.5 yd accuracy
  • •Rainproof, nitrogen purged, rubber armored housing

Capability Boosts

Mobility+1

Recommended For

Vehicle Operations

Compatibility Tags

type: rangefinderguide-onlyuse: huntinguse: rangelrf: angle-compensatedsolver: nonebudget: under-500

Overview

The Athlon Midas 1 Mile is the budget sanity check. It does not pretend to be a smart ballistic computer, and that is fine. For shooters who need a reliable first rangefinder for range days, local hunting, or a backup pouch, the 6x Midas covers the basics at a digestible price.

Key Features

  • ✓Reflective ranging to 1,700 yards
  • ✓800-yard deer range
  • ✓+/- 0.5-yard accuracy spec
  • ✓Fully multi-coated glass
  • ✓Rainproof, nitrogen purged body

Pros

  • +Low price with real hunting specs
  • +Simple choice for range bags and backup use
  • +Good deer range for common hunting distances

Cons

  • −No ballistic solver or Bluetooth workflow
  • −Less refined glass and targeting than premium models

Detailed Specifications

Magnification
6x
range
5-1,700 yd reflective / 800 yd deer
accuracy
+/- 0.5 yd
Battery Type
CR2
Waterproof Rating
Rainproof

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Bergara B-14 HMR

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Tikka T3X CTR

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Christensen Arms Modern Precision Rifle

SIG Sauer

SIG Sauer CROSS

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