Written by Ernie in Golf Tips Last Updated August 23, 2026
The Bushnell PinSeeker 1600 Slope rangefinder combines a 1600-yard published maximum range with 7× magnification and a published accuracy of ±1 yd. Its feature set includes slope compensation. The published flag range is 400 yards, equal to 25% of the total ranging claim. Derived comparison data works out to 132.2 yd of range per ounce, 17/100 portability efficiency and 39/100 range efficiency.
Golf rangefinder specifications
Bushnell · PinSeeker 1600 Slope · Laser
Year: 2008Max range: 1600 ydMagnification: 7×Accuracy: ±1 ydWeight: 12.1 oz
12.1 ozWeight
Rangefinder benchmarks
How this model compares
Benchmarks compare this rangefinder with the other dense-spec models in this database.
Maximum range
Above average
1600 yd
Low300 yd
This model1600 yd
Average997 yd
High1600 yd
Weight
Below average
12.1 oz
Low3.7 oz
This model12.1 oz
Average7 oz
High14 oz
Magnification
Above average
7×
Low4×
This model7×
Average6×
High7×
Portability efficiency
Below average
17/100
Low1/100
This model17/100
Average46/100
High98/100
At a glance
Rangefinder profile
Slope compensationYes
GPSNo
StabilizationNo
Cart magnetNo
RechargeableNo
Weather ratingNot published
Overview
Model information
Manufacturer
Bushnell
Model
PinSeeker 1600 Slope
Category
Golf Rangefinder
Release year
2008
Status
Legacy
Rangefinder type
Laser
Derived numeric specs
Useful comparison metrics
These figures are calculated from the published measurements above to make size, range and portability easier to compare.
Range & portability efficiency
Range per ounce132.2 yd/oz
Flag range per ounce33.1 yd/oz
Flag range vs total25%
Body volume32.1 cu in
Range per cubic inch49.9 yd/cu in
Calculated exit pupil3.71 mm
Compactness index5/100
Portability efficiency17/100
Range efficiency39/100
What the numbers mean
Search profileslope rangefinder
Portability classHeavy-duty
Range classExtended range
Feature classSlope laser
Best forElevation-heavy courses
Full specifications
Technical details
Laser & ranging
Maximum range1600 yd
Flag range400 yd
Minimum range5 yd
Accuracy±1 yd
Measurement speedNot published
Scan modeNot published
Flag lockPinSeeker
Lock feedbackNot published
Optics & display
Magnification7×
Objective lens26 mm
Field of viewNot published
Eye reliefNot published
Exit pupil3.71 mm
DisplayNot published
Display colorNot published
Diopter adjustmentNot published
Slope, tournament & smart features
Slope compensationYes
Slope toggleYes
Tournament legalYes with slope disabled
Tournament indicatorNot published
Image stabilizationNot published
GPS built inNot published
BluetoothNot published
Smartphone appNot published
Power, size & protection
Battery type9V alkaline
RechargeableNo
Battery lifeNot published
Charging portNot published
DimensionsDimensions or weight not fully published
Weight12.1 oz / 343 g
Water ratingNot published
WarrantyNot published
Derived comparison
Practical rangefinder snapshot
Calculated from the published specifications to make range, size and portability easier to compare.
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