Nikon Forestry Pro II

This device combines an inclinometer and a laser range finder that supports simple range measurements, true horizontal distance measurements and (typically tree) height measurements. The device is simple to use, and provides a logging function as well that records measurements for later transcription. I've used it to anticipate the reach of felled trees, record tree heights for a forest stewardship plan, and measure distances between layout stakes and even distance to rocks from a racing sailboat. It's waterproof to some degree, so it's fine to use it in the rain, spray, etc. It does exactly what it promises, accuracy over shorter distances is as specified (I have no benchmarks for more than 100'), and the user interface is easily mastered. The only difficulty I've had with the unit is holding it steady enough to get readings on smaller objects (t-stakes, a narrow very tall tree); a longer device or a mount might makes this easier. Repeated attempts are usually successful, and missed measurements don't disturb a sequence for measuring tree height.

My entire department of field engineers has these as part of our standard tool kit. Need to know how tall something is? Just point at the base *click*, point at the top *click* and get the measured reading from the display. Couldn't be easier and seems to be accurate where I've been able to double check from other sources. Yeah, it's a bit spendy. But if you regularly need to know how tall stuff is with reasonable certainty, this is the tool you need. To me the only downside is the CR2 battery which is somewhat uncommon. I'd rather have a CR123 or a pair of LR3s or something I can find easily when needed.

Excelente producto para la medición de individuos arbóreos.

Accurate with heights, lengths and easy to use for beginners, he needs to learn more about it.I can update more later…

We accidently ran over it with our side by side and it still works.

Easy to use, functions are simple to find and arrived on time. Great purchasing experience!

This is basically new

The quality of this item is disappointing. It feels cheap because it is very light weight. It doesn't turn on when you hit the power button. I even installed new batteries but it didn't help. If you take the battery out and put it back in, the power comes on. Once it powers off, it will not power back on unless you remove the battery and put it back in.I have other Nikon products that are fantastic. However, this product is a major disappointment.Maybe I just got a bad unit, but how can you tell unless you compare it to others.