This is a review of the Sightmark Citadel 1-10×24 HDR. This is an affordable riflescope for short- to mid-range shooting and hunting. It comes either with a CR1 reticle (for close- to mid-range shooting and quick target acquisition) or an HDR reticle, great for [Read More…]
Since the company’s launch in 2007, Sightmark has produced a spectrum of optics and accessories. Their current product catalog includes eighteen models of red dots, seven binoculars, six spotting scopes, twenty-nine riflescopes (including some day/night digital [Read More…]
There is a new compact digital riflescope from Sightmark called the Wraith 4K Mini 2-16×32, intended for hunting using night vision or daytime color modes. It uses a 3840×2160 pixels CMOS sensor that can detect objects up to 300 yards away in extreme darkness. [Read More…]
Photo Of The Day daily article series was established in 2014. Every day we share carefully selected photographs and as a bonus, you get a short story and hopefully, you learn something new. Today we have a rimfire G&G MP5 chambered in .22 LR. The sight is a [Read More…]
Podcasts are a great way to pass the time alone in a car when you’ve grown tired of whatever newfangled pop music that is being blasted on repeat 24/7. Sightmark, a fairly well-known optics company in the industry has just started their own podcast with the [Read More…]
Situated on the southern outskirts of North Texas’ bustling Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex area, the small suburban city of Mansfield, Texas is home to optics manufacturer Sightmark, with its 33,000 square-foot headquarters. Since this facility was completed in 2011, [Read More…]
Sightmark has a new Wraith Digital Day/Night Riflescope called HD 2-16×28. It has a lower magnification to provide the user with a larger field of view while scanning or tracking animals through the riflescope. The Sightmark Wraith 2x is intended for fast-moving [Read More…]
Since their founding in 2007, Sightmark has become well entrenched in the budget optics category. From red dots to riflescopes, flashlights, and laser sights, the bulk of their product offerings sit well under the $500 MSRP mark. Even their night vision lineup lives at [Read More…]
At SHOT Show 2020, TFB reported on Sightmark’s forthcoming solar-powered red dots. With a new social media announcement, Sightmark has shared that the first batch of these sun-loving optics have arrived and will soon begin shipping to pre-order customers. On 22nd [Read More…]
Sightmark is coming out with solar-powered red dot optics, the Element and the Volta. We asked Sightmark how the sights would work in the dark or while in the gun safe, then taken out and the answer is a backup battery that will power the optic while in the dark. Also new with Sightmark is [Read More…]
We first saw the release of the Sightmark Ultra Shot reflex sight line back in 2014, with an update every couple of years or so. Their latest generation of Ultra Shot reflex sights is now available with some upgrades and a fresh new design in three models; R, A, and [Read More…]
Sightmark announced a new variable power rifle scope for 2018. Dubbed “as versatile an optic as they come” by the company, the new Pinnacle 3-18×44 is a first focal plane scope with a 34mm tube. Based on the scope’s magnification, this optic [Read More…]
Sightmark announced the company was now bundling two of its popular sight systems together into a single kit. The two sights, the Wolfhound 6×44 and the Mini Shot M-Spec, compliment each other. If you like these sights, buying them together could make a lot of [Read More…]
The Ultra Shot M-Spec FMS (SM26015) is a special offering for Sightmark’s 10th year anniversary. The Sightmark Ultra Shot M-Spec FMS Carbon Fiber uses the same design as other M-Spec models, but comes with a good looking carbon fiber protective hood. To be honest I [Read More…]
Whether you’re focused on honing your tactical skills or interested in spending as many hours as possible in the woods you undoubtedly own more than a few lights. Some are simple flashlights, and more than likely there are untold numbers long forgotten in various [Read More…]
Texas based Sightmark has a range of hunting scopes available this year in the Core SX line. These scopes are designed to cover shotguns, rimfires, handguns and crossbows, but not specifically intended for centerfire rifles. The company has other optics available for [Read More…]
Sightmark announced a pair of new red dot sights for your rifles. Called the Wolverine, the sight comes in two different configurations: the CSR and the FSR. Both sights are designed to be rugged with a long battery life. The company states the sights are IP67 rated, [Read More…]
Sightmark recently released a new scope for handguns. The Core SX 4×32 Pistol Scope is specifically designed for dangerous game hunting with .40 – .50 caliber handguns. It is rated at being able to withstand recoil of 800 g (gravitational force, not grams.) [Read More…]
Sightmark has announced the release of their “Tactical Magnifier Pro” in 3x magnification complete with easy flip-to-side mount. The new mount is designed to work out-of-the-box with standard Aimpoint, EOTech, and similar optics. Sightmark rates the sight [Read More…]
Sightmark recently introduced of a series of pistol mounted lasers. Called the ReadyFire Pistol Laser Series, the initial offering has four models: R5 – full size, red laser (2x AG13 batteries) CR5 – compact size, red laser (CR2 battery) G5 – full [Read More…]
Sightmark announced they will show a new Photon digital night vision scope at the 2015 SHOT Show. The new models, the Photon XT 4.6x 42 and the Photon XT 6.5x 50, are an improvement over the Photon-S released a year ago. The new XT models have a 640×480 display [Read More…]
Since its introduction in 2007, Sightmark has been aggressively expanding its product lines. Originally oriented as a value-focused brand, recently they have been making moves up-market with their new Ezekial line (which we also have for testing). Now, Sightmark is a [Read More…]
Sightmark has released their latest red-dot sight, the Ultra Shot M-Spec. Those with keen eyes will see that it is very similar to their other red-dot models in terms of general size and shape. The Ultra Shot M-Spec’s new feature is Night Vision modes and a 65 MOA [Read More…]
At the show, Sightmark showed me the new Ezekiel true 1-10×24 scope. Designed for short, medium, and competition shooters, the new scope looked nice and clear on the show floor. Its etched mil-dot reticle was easy to pick up and at 1x, I did not see any notable [Read More…]
Sightmark, known for their laser and sights is now making a laser and light combo inspired by the PEQ-15. Many that build an M4 clone want to put something that resembles the PEQ-15 and not have to spend the $2000 for an actual PEQ-15, and unless you are military or [Read More…]
An obvious ode to current PEQ units, Sightmark has released their LoPro green laser designators (SM23001 with only the laser and the combination unit SM25004). With an offset laser emitter & flashlight, the LoPro series is designed specifically for AR-15s. For [Read More…]
Sightmark is making what they call a hybrid night vision riflescope. The Photon-S is a daylight capable 3.5x 42mm scope with night vision capabilities. The unit uses a 150mW LED IR illuminator combined with a 1/3″ CMOS CCD to provide low-light/night time [Read More…]
In this week’s edition of Wheelgun Wednesday, we are going to venture down a path that some people might consider blasphemy and others might view it as the future. If you are here, you are already a lover of wheelguns, but what’s your grasp of technology? [Read More…]
Hunting enthusiasts can now upgrade their gear with the latest in thermal technology thanks to Liemke’s newest line of premium thermal optics, the Luchs-1 and Luchs-2. Made in Wetzlar, Germany, these devices offer high-definition thermal imaging and versatile use [Read More…]
The Taurus TX22 has been one of the most successful 22LR pistol releases in the last couple of years. Since its release, the TX22 platform has seen the standard model, and competition model, and now is adding to the lineup with the all-new TaurusTX 22 Compact. The new [Read More…]