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There's nothing quite as frustrating as hitting your club perfectly only to see the ball fall 30 yards short of the green. Enter the Callaway LR550 laser rangefinder, which quickly and accurately measures the yardstick from up to 550 yards away. The LR550, which comes in a striking yellow case, offers multiple range-finding modes for your convenience. The first target mode, for example, displays the range to the nearest target--useful when measuring the distance to a pin on the green with woods in the background. The rangefinder also boasts a continuous mode that ranges multiple targets in succession for up to eight seconds, so you can determine whether you have the right club to clear the sand trap or water hazard. Plus, targeting an object couldn't be easier thanks to the built-in reticle and LCD display, which combine to tell you when ranging is in progress.
The LR550 is also noteworthy from an optical perspective. The rangefinder's 6x monocular, for example, offers such features as multicoated optics, long eye relief (with a folding rubber eyecup for eyeglass wearers), and a waterproof, nitrogen-sealed housing. The LR550--which runs on a CR2 3-volt lithium battery (included)--comes with a carabiner for easy access and a matching yellow neoprene sport sleeve with a removable travel cover.
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33 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Color Name:Yellow|Amazon Verified Purchase
I tried an inexpensive GPS rangefinder (iGolf Neo), but found its readings inconsistent. I was reluctant to try the more expensive GPS rangefinders, and the laser rangefinders were also quite expensive. I then ran across the LR550Y and was impressed by reviews, the reputation of Nikon quality, and a reasonable price ($260). It's a solid product that performs well.
The unit is light and easy to handle. It will fit in a reasonably big pocket. The colors make it easy to not forget it in the cart (though this also makes it conspicuous and easy for thieves to spot - be careful!). The eyepiece adjusts easily for a sharp view, and the unit is also handy as a 6x monocular on the course. With a little practice it is easy to use. I cannot hold it steady enough to get the crosshairs directly on the flag for a reading unless I'm within 100 yards. At larger distances you put the crosshairs on a reflective area on or near the green, depress the button, and then slowly sweep the crosshairs over the pin. (you have about 8 seconds of sweep readings). The numbers will change as you go over the flag and you have your reading. It doesn't hurt to double check with distance readings from other course markers.
This is a quality item that can increase your confidence that you have the right club, though it can't swing the club for you.
The unit is light and easy to handle. It will fit in a reasonably big pocket. The colors make it easy to not forget it in the cart (though this also makes it conspicuous and easy for thieves to spot - be careful!). The eyepiece adjusts easily for a sharp view, and the unit is also handy as a 6x monocular on the course. With a little practice it is easy to use. I cannot hold it steady enough to get the crosshairs directly on the flag for a reading unless I'm within 100 yards. At larger distances you put the crosshairs on a reflective area on or near the green, depress the button, and then slowly sweep the crosshairs over the pin. (you have about 8 seconds of sweep readings). The numbers will change as you go over the flag and you have your reading. It doesn't hurt to double check with distance readings from other course markers.
This is a quality item that can increase your confidence that you have the right club, though it can't swing the club for you.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Color Name:Yellow
This range finder has been a joy and easy to use. The eight second active mode makes verifying the target a snap and the display is as easy to read as any range finder I've used. My friends recommendation of the yellow was spot on because it makes leaving it in the cart near impossible. Lastly the waterproof feature (only one in the price range I saw) allows you to not worry about those occasional showers. I recommend it to everyone I play with!
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Color Name:White
Although the technology seems much the same as the Bushnell rangefinders (I also have a Pinseeker 1500), these units are slimmed down - both in terms of the size/weight, as well as the interface. One button turns it on, then puts it in scan mode for 8 seconds. This does mean that you have to keep it somewhat steady on the target or you'll get other distances as well. There are no rain modes or anything like that - just scan mode with "pinseeker" always on. The Bushnell might give you a few more options, but I like this as it gives me what I want and basically nothing else.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
I love this rangefinder
This rangefinder has exceeded my expectations. I have tried a few other ones, but this is the first one that I purchased. It's very accurate and I can quickly get yardages. Read more
Published 23 hours ago by Bvon
LR550 works well
The price was right and it performed with complete satisfaction. It took a little getting used to holding it still when marking the flag stick, but that seems to be a problem of... Read more
Published 4 days ago by rayk
Great rangefinder
This product is the best for any golfer at any level. Knowing how far to hit the ball can improve your whole game. With the fast easy measurements you can hit right away. Read more
Published 5 days ago by polk
Why did I wait so long?
I've been playing golf for 50 years. Stepping off yardages from sprinkler heads and looking at flag colors to figure which club to hit. Read more
Published 15 days ago by M. Guillory
Great Rangefinder
Got this as a gift for a friend... they absolutely love it. Easy to use and reliable. Amazon was very quick.
Published 26 days ago by JJ
I like it
After looking at a number of products, liked the reviews and price of the Nikon 550. Read about the lens Issue but didn't consider it impt. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Roro
LR550 is too fragile
I am on my second unit since the first one was warranty replaced by Nikon around 5 months ago. I've only been using this for around 10 months. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Alan Wataguchi
Great item
I purchased this item as a Christmas gift for my boyfriend, and he loves it. He initially picked it out himself (as I know nothing about golf), and he says that this product is the... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Lana
Nikon/Callaway range finder
Seems to work fine. No problems yet. Yellow color made it less easy to lose or forget. Seems to show similar distances to other range finders from same point of origin.
Published 4 months ago by Henry Engster
Fragile Product
I ordered the product after only reading positive reviews. researched other options quite a bit, however, upon receipt found broken eyepiece. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Former Hacker
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