BUCKMASTERS 1500 6x22mm LASER RANGEFINDER Owner’s Manual

1500 6x22mm LASER RANGEFINDER

Product Information

• Magnification: 6x
• Objective Clear Aperture: 22 mm
• Exit Pupil: 3.67 mm
• Eye Relief: 18 mm
• Angular FOV: 6.5 degrees
• Laser Divergence: 1.50 x 0.2 mrad
• Range Response Time: 0.25 seconds
• Range Resolution under 100 yds: 0.1 yards
• Range on Reflective Targets: Up to 1500 yards
• Range on Trees: Up to 800 yards
• Range on Deer: Up to 600 yards
• Weight without Battery: 5.2 ounces
• Infinite Guarantee from SIG SAUER
• 5-Year Warranty on Electronic & Tritium Components

Product Usage Instructions

1. Install the battery in the device as per the instructions provided.
2. Hold the device steady and aim at the target you want to measure the distance to.
3. Press and hold the button on the device to activate the laser.
4. The device will emit a laser beam towards the target and measure the time it takes for the beam to bounce back.
5. The device will display the distance to the target on the screen.
6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 for each target you want to measure the distance to.
7. Follow the maintenance instructions provided in the user manual to keep the device in good working condition.

Note: The Infinite Guarantee from SIG SAUER covers repair or replacement of the product in case of damage or defect, except for intentional damage, misuse, cosmetic damage, loss, theft, or unauthorized repair or modification. The 5-year warranty on electronic and tritium components covers correction of any defect in these components by repair, adjustment, or replacement, provided the product is returned to SIG SAUER with a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) obtained from SIG SAUER Customer Service.

BUCKMASTERS® 1500 6 x 22 mm Specifications

BUCKMASTERS® 1500 6 x 22 mm Specifications

Magnification| 6x
Objective Clear Aperture| 22 mm
Exit Pupil| 3.67 mm
Eye Relief| 18 mm
Angular FOV| 6.5 degrees
Laser Divergence| 1.50 x 0.2 mrad
Range Response Time| 0.25 seconds
Range Resolution under 100 yds| 0.1 yards
Range on Reflective Targets| Up to 1500 yards
Range on Trees| Up to 800 yards
Range on Deer| Up to 600 yards
Weight without Battery| 5.2 ounces

SIG SAUER® Electro-Optics Infinite Guarantee® Limited Lifetime Warranty
SIG SAUER has manufactured the most rugged, dependable, high-performance firearms for more than two centuries. Our heritage of design, engineering, and precision-manufactured quality predates the existence of any other optics company worldwide. We understand the importance of quality in the line of fire, at the shooting range or on your next hunt. SIG SAUER Electro-Optics had to earn the right to wear that badge and the Infinite Guarantee has your back, forever. Period. We will repair or replace your SIG SAUER product in the event it becomes damaged or defec-tive, at no charge to you. If we cannot repair your product, we will replace it with a product in perfect working order of equal or better physical condition.

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Please note that our Infinite Guarantee excludes cover-age for intentional damage, misuse, cosmetic damage that does not affect the performance of the optic, loss, theft, or unauthorized repair or modification. Excludes electronic and Tritium components. Customers seeking warranty coverage must first obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) by contacting SIG SAUER Customer Service, and return the product unloaded and freight prepaid.
ANY WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY LAW, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT- ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. REPAIR, ALTERATION, OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN IS YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL SIG SAUER OR ANY COMPANY AFFILIATED WITH SIG SAUER BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER BASED UPON CONTRACT, TORT, STATUTE, OR OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequen-tial damages, so some or all of the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES TO COMMERCIAL CUSTOMERS ONLY, AND DOES NOT APPLY TO GOVERNMENT, MILITARY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, OR NON-US CUSTOMERS. NON- US COMMER-CIAL CUSTOMERS MUST PURCHASE PRODUCT THROUGH AN AUTHORIZED SIG SAUER DEALER WITHIN THEIR COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE FOR THIS WARRANTY TO APPLY.

SIG SAUER Electronic & Tritium Component Limited 5-Year Warranty
SIG SAUER warrants that the electronic and tritium components of the en-closed product were originally manufactured free of defects in workmanship, material, and mechanical function. For a period of five (5) years from the date of manufacture, SIG SAUER agrees to correct any defect in these components by repair, adjustment, or replacement, at SIG SAUER’s option, with the same or comparable quality components (or by replacing the product at SIG SAUER’s option); provided however that a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) is first obtained by contacting SIG SAUER Customer Service, and that the product is returned unloaded and freight prepaid. This limited warranty is null and void if the product has been misused, damaged (by accident or otherwise), damaged through failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance as described in the user’s manual, or if unauthorized repair or any alteration, including of a cosmetic nature, has been performed on the product. This limited warranty does not apply to normal cosmetic wear and tear of any parts.

ANY WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY LAW, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT- ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. REPAIR, ALTERATION, OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN IS YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL SIG SAUER OR ANY COMPANY AFFILIATED WITH SIG SAUER BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER BASED UPON CONTRACT, TORT, STATUTE, OR OTHERWISE.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequen-tial damages, so some or all of the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.
THIS WARRANTY APPLIES TO COMMERCIAL CUSTOMERS ONLY, AND DOES NOT APPLY TO GOVERNMENT, MILITARY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, OR NON-US CUSTOMERS. NON-US COMMER-CIAL CUSTOMERS MUST PURCHASE PRODUCT THROUGH AN AUTHORIZED SIG SAUER DEALER WITHIN THEIR COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE FOR THIS WARRANTY TO APPLY. FOR PRODUCT SERVICE ON THIS MODEL,
PLEASE CALL603-610-3000
27100 SW Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR 97070 USA

OWNERS MANUAL
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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on the purchase of your SIG SAUER® BUCKMASTERS 1500 Laser Rangefinder. The BUCKMASTERS 1500 provides fast, accurate range results out to a maximum of 1500 yards and includes several modes of operation including Line of Sight (LOS) and Angle Modified Range (AMR); and when one of the eight onboard ballistic groups is selected will provide holdover in MOA or BUCKMASTERS Mode. Your rangefinder comes with a high visibility, red LED display for use in any environment.

CONTENTS

• BUCKMASTERS 1500
• CR2 Battery
• Lanyard
• Owners Manual

RANGE PERFORMANCE

• Up to 1500 yards on reflective targets
• Up to 800 yards on trees
• Up to 600 yards on deer

SAFETY AND OPERATING PROCEDURES

Your BUCKMASTERS 1500 is classified as a Class 1M product.

• Do not press the RANGE button while aiming at the human eye or while looking into the transmitting optics on the objective side.
• Do not leave your rangefinder within reach of small children.
• Do not take the product apart or modify the product in any way to expose internal electronics that might cause damage or electric shock.
• Do not use any other power source other than the battery specified for use in your product (primary lithium CR2).

WARNING: CANCER AND REPRODUCTIVE HARM – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
NOTICE: Export restrictions may apply – this product may be controlled either by the ITAR or EAR.

MODES OF OPERATION

Your rangefinder comes with 4 RANGE MODES of operation:

1. Line of Sight (LOS) – Provides the line of sight range to the target independent of angle. The angle of incline / decline will also be displayed. This method is preferred for long range shooters and hunters using an external ballistic calculator.
2. Angle Modified Range (AMR) – AMR is the equivalent horizontal range to the target and can be used with ballistic reticles and by archers. It is commonly referred to as “rifleman’s rule” and is very accurate for distances less than 400 yards.
3. BUCKMASTERS Hold – After selecting one of the onboard ballistic groups, the rangefinder will provide a holdover value from 0.0 – 5.0 for use with a BUCKMASTERS Riflescope with BUCKMASTERS BDC reticle. The rangefinder will display the AMR range along with a number below the BUCKMASTERS logo that corresponds to the ballistic holdover dot to use on the BUCKMASTERS BDC reticle. Note – The BUCKMASTERS riflescope power selector must be rotated to the highest magnification for the holdover dot to work correctly.
4. MOA Hold – After selecting one of the onboard ballistic groups, the rangefinder will provide the AMR range along with your holdover in MOA for making adjustment to the elevation turret on any riflescope.

Your rangefinder has 3 TARGET MODES

1. LAST Target – LAST target displays the furthest target ranged. It is used in most situations and is ideal for ranging through foliage.
2. BEST Target – BEST target displays the range of the target with the strongest received signal.
3. FIRST Target – FIRST target displays the closest target to the user.
4. LAST and FIRST target respond differently when in SCAN mode. If the RANGE button is held down while scanning across multiple targets at different distances, the farthest target (LAST) or closest target (FIRST) will be retained while scanning.

SETUP

Remove the battery cap by turning the cap counter-clockwise. Insert the CR2 battery with the negative (-) terminal facing in. The positive (+) terminal should be facing out. Replace the cap onto the positive terminal and rotate the battery cap clockwise, hand tight. Install the lanyard loop through the lanyard attachment point for retention. To focus the display for your eye, rotate the eyecup back and forth for best focus on the display. Press the RANGE button to turn the unit on and range targets. Press and hold the MODE button to configure the rangefinder. The BUCKMASTERS 1500 ships in AMR mode with LAST target active.

PROGRAMMING / CONFIGURATION

Your rangefinder can be configured by using the RANGE and MODE buttons located on the top of the unit.

1. Press and release the RANGE button to wake up the unit; next, press and hold the MODE button to enter programming / configuration.
2. RANGE MODE / BALLISTIC GROUP selection:
   •  AMR is default and is flashing. Press and release the RANGE button to toggle between AMR > LOS > BUCKMASTERS (Antlers) > MOA …
   • If AMR or LOS is selected, press and release the MODE button to save your selection and index to Target Mode selection
   • If BUCKMASTERS (Antlers) or MOA is selected, then GRP will be flashing along with the number 1. Press and release the RANGE button to toggle Ballistic Groups from 1 – 8 (i.e., 1 > 2 > 3 > 4 > 5 > 6 > 7 > 8 > …)
   • Once a Ballistic Group is selected, press and release the MODE button to save and index to Target Mode
3. TARGET MODE selection:
   • LAST is default and is flashing. Press and release the RANGE button to toggle between LAST > BEST > FIRST …
   • Once your Target Mode is selected, press and release the MODE button to index to Brightness Control
4. DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS CONTROL selection:
   • dSP5 is default and is flashing. Press and release the RANGE button to toggle between dSP5 > dSP6 > dSP7 …
   • Once your Display Brightness is selected, press and release the MODE button to index to Unit of Measure
5. UNIT OF MEASURE selection:
   • Y (yards) is default and is flashing. Press and release the RANGE button to toggle between Y > M …
   • Once your Unit of Measure is selected, press and release the MODE button to return to Ready to Range

BALLISTIC GROUPS

There are 8 predetermined ballistic groups on your rangefinder. The first 6 groups are centerfire groups. Group 1 is the flattest shooting group. Each group out to group 6 has more drop. Select your group based on the caliber list that is provided. If your rounds are impacting low, move to a higher numbered group. If your rounds are impacting high, move to a lower-numbered group. Group 7 represents muzzleloaders and Group 8 represents a crossbow.

GROUP 1

Zero Distance: 100 Yards
Cartridge| Projectile Weight (gr)| Muzzle Velocity (fps)
.243 Win| 70| 3553
.243 Win| 55| 3880
.26 Nosler| 100| 3674
.26 Nosler| 120| 3550
.26 Nosler| 125| 3450
.26 Nosler| 140| 3210
.204 Ruger| 32| 4225
GROUP 2

Zero Distance: 100 Yards
Cartridge| Projectile Weight (gr)| Muzzle Velocity (fps)
.300 WBY Mag| 150| 3375
.338 Lapua| 285| 2890
.338 Win Mag| 200| 2950
.338 Rum| 250| 2900
.270 Weatherby| 130| 3200
.338 Lapua| 250| 3000
7mm Rem Mag| 150| 3050
.270 WM| 130| 3275
7mm Rem Mag| 150| 3000
7mm WSM| 140| 3225
.30-.378 WBY| 180| 3400
.300 RUM| 180| 3400
.270 WSM| 150| 3120
7mm STW| 140| 3325
7mm RUM| 160| 3250
7mm RUM| 140| 3450
GROUP 3

Zero Distance: 100 Yards
Cartridge| Projectile Weight (gr)| Muzzle Velocity (fps)
.300 Win Mag| 180| 2933
.300 WSM| 180| 2950
.338 Win Mag| 250| 2700
.300 Win Mag| 150| 3300
.300 Win Mag| 180| 2960
.300 WSM| 150| 3300
.375 H&H| 270| 2700
.270 Win| 130| 3050
.270 Win| 140| 2950
.300 WBY Mag| 180| 3100
6mm Creedmoor| 107| 2950
30-06 SPRG.| 165| 2950
GROUP 4

Zero Distance: 100 Yards
Cartridge| Projectile Weight (gr)| Muzzle Velocity (fps)
6.5×55 Swedish| 129| 2750
.25-06 Remington| 120| 3000
.280 Remington| 140| 3000
.338 Win Mag| 225| 2800
.243 Win| 100| 2900
.223 Remington| 40| 3650
260 Remington| 130| 2820
6.5 Creedmoor| 130| 2850
6.5 Creedmoor| 147| 2695
6.5 Creedmoor| 140| 2742
.25-06 Remington| 100| 3200
GROUP 5

Zero Distance: 100 Yards
Cartridge| Projectile Weight (gr)| Muzzle Velocity (fps)
.22-250 Remington| 55| 3650
.375 H&H| 300| 2600
.308 Win| 175| 2640
.30-06 Springfield| 180| 2675
.260 Remington| 120| 2880
.260 Remington| 140| 2750
6.5 Creedmoor| 120| 2825
.30-06 Springfield| 150| 3000
.270 Win| 150| 2850

In the example below, Ballistic Group 2 was selected. The ballistically calculated hold for a 438.6 yard shot is BUCKMASTERS Hold “3.5”, which corresponds to the hold loca-tion halfway between the 3rd and 4th holdover dot in the BUCKMASTERS BDC Reticle:

Note: The BUCKMASTERS riflescope must be set to high power for the BUCKMASTERS BDC reticle to subtend accurately to the specified holdover dot.

References

• P65Warnings.ca.gov

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