Earlier this year James Reeves used a Vudu 1-8×24 SFP scope on a rifle during a Thunder Ranch course. I requested to review the Vudu 1-8×24 and have used it across multiple platforms. Let’s take a look at EOTech’s Vudu 1-8×24 LPVO. [Read More…]
Meprolight have announced a new reflex sight, the MOR PRO. With a 160-degree field of view, various laser pointer options, a number of reticle options and an onboard LED for bright modes. Meprolight describe the MOR PRO as highly durable and energy efficient [Read More…]
I recently had an opportunity to visit the SIG Sauer Electro-Optics facility in Wilsonville, Oregon just last week. While I was there I had the opportunity to get a first-hand look at a whole host of optics and how they are made. While the facility is relatively new, [Read More…]
Shield Sights has just announced the second generation of their pistol red dot sights, the RMS2. According to the accompanying video, the RMS was designed for competitive shooting, while the RMS2 red dot sight was designed for defensive pistols. Interestingly, the [Read More…]
Steiner Optics and Humbert CTTS, a French distributor, has won a large contract to supply various riflescopes to the French Armed Forces. Initially, the contract is to supply 375 pieces of Steiner M5xi 5-25×56 riflescopes with Laser Protection Filters. The [Read More…]
Last month we reported that SIG Sauer had been awarded a major contract to provide the US Army’s new Direct View Optic (DVO) which will be used on the current M4A1 carbine, replacing the venerable ACOG. An award notice valued at $77,168,400 was posted in September. At [Read More…]
Holosun has just announced their latest series of red dot pistol optics that takes inspiration from their popular V2 series of optics. The Holosun X2 Series of red dots will feature major upgrades to previous red dot optics by Holosun that should make them more suitable [Read More…]
With two recent reviews spotting scopes are always of interest to the TFB staff and hopefully to our readers as well. Bushnell now has a new 8-40x 60mm Spotting Scope called LMSS2. With two reticle choices it’s aimed (pun intended) for those who train and compete [Read More…]
Riton Optics has just released the first in their line of U.S.A. assembled optics. The Riton Patrioptic is a limited edition low power variable optic (LPVO) with a little added flare for the patriots among us. The Riton Patrioptic 1-8×28 is limited edition optic and [Read More…]
Clip-on Thermal Sights seems to be the new black, and everyone wants to have their piece of the market suddenly. Blaser GmbH from Germany is no different, and their thermal clip-on solution comes with the help from Liemke, also from Germany. They have developed a mount [Read More…]
Glass can get expensive. Sometimes, a camera lens can cost more than the camera it’s going on. The same is true for rifle scopes. Luckily, we have companies like Primary Arms (who recently started shipping their prism scopes) to offer less expensive alternatives [Read More…]
Swampfox Optics is a relative newcomer to the world of firearms glass. They recently turned two years old, having been founded on Independence Day in 2018. Students of American history will already have observed that their link to the founding of the United States [Read More…]
Don’t you just love new developments and gadgets that you can attach to your rifle and riflescope? Here at TFB, you’ll find a constant flow of interesting (and sometimes perhaps not so interesting) products that you didn’t know you needed. For [Read More…]
For all of you long-range shooting junkies, Halo Optics has just introduced two new laser rangefinders, the XLR1600 and XLR2000 extra long-range rangefinders. The Halo Optics XLR1600 and XLR200 both beat their previous offering the XLR1500 laser range finder which is [Read More…]
Red dot and reflex optics have, over time, become increasingly popular with all types of shooters. Whether you’re plinking in the woods with your friends, training for home defense scenarios, shooting just for fun or are a competitor, red dots and reflex optics [Read More…]
EON Optics Red Dot is the name of a new series from Viridian Weapon Technologies. There will be two new products available: the EON 1×20 Red Dot and the EON 1×35 Red Dot. They are both said to offer rapid target acquisition in a robust and compact package. [Read More…]
SIG Sauer Electro-Optics have been awarded a major contract to provide the US Army’s new Direct View Optic (DVO) which will be used on the current M4A1 carbine, replacing the venerable ACOG . An award notice was posted on Sam.Gov at the end of last month with the [Read More…]
AGM Global Vision is an Arizona based night vision and thermal optics development company. They design and distribute a wide range of professional-grade thermal and night vision optics, and have a team with over 65 years of collective experience in the night vision and [Read More…]
The Aimpoint CompM5 series of sights is a hybrid between the well-known models CompM4 and the Micro T-2. Is the CompM5s the best of two worlds? With the Aimpoint CompM5s in my possession since springtime, it’s now time to come to a conclusion. I bought it from a [Read More…]
Earlier this year TFB heard about a rumor that Denmark was about to replace their Elcan C79 sights. We tried to investigate the news, but we weren’t able to confirm anything. Now we have more, reliable information to share. The procurement organization of the [Read More…]
In recent times TFB has run several articles about spotting scopes, from budget ones to top-of-the-line. It’s now time for Leupold who have launched a new model called the Leupold SX-2 Alpine HD. There will be two models available, a 20-60x60mm and a 20-60x80mm, [Read More…]
The Aimpoint ACRO (Advanced Combat Reflex Optic) is an enclosed red dot sight which is gaining in popularity. There are now several new ACRO mounts from Aimpoint allowing to fit it to your rifle and handgun. Below you can find pictures and information about the new [Read More…]
Bushnell has expanded their reflex sight product line by introducing the RXS series of red dot sights. This family of sights currently consists of two models: RXS-100 and RXS-250. At an MSRP of $99.99, the former is a more budget-friendly option whereas the RXS-250 has [Read More…]
SIG Sauer has published a press release announcing that the SIG AIR Reflex Sight, which was introduced at the beginning of the year, is now shipping. At an MSRP of $49.99, this is an affordable red dot sight designed for use with airguns only, particularly, with [Read More…]
Although you may not be too familiar with the Sellmark name itself, you are likely very familiar with some of the more customer-facing brands of which Sellmark is the parent company. Probably their best-known brand in the consumer market is Sightmark, a prolific [Read More…]
If you’re a regular TFB reader, you will likely already be aware of the lawsuit that Trijicon filed against Holosun earlier this year. In short, the lawsuit alleged that Holosun infringed on Trijicon’s “Optical Sight” patent, #US8443541B2. You [Read More…]
A spotting scope may not be an absolute must for long range hunters and competitors, but it sure is a nice addition to your setup. To be able to call your or your friend’s shots to give him impact point corrections you also need a reticle, a feature that most [Read More…]
Primary Arms Optics has been putting out solid scope options at a variety of price points for years now. Among their other popular products like red dots and variable-power scopes, you will find a selection of prism scopes. In July, TFB reviewed a new addition to the [Read More…]
Competition in the firearms and firearms accessories market benefits consumers. It stands to reason, right? One of the best ways for a company to earn your business and make you a customer is to put out superior products. If they produce something that you want to buy [Read More…]
Forged Carbon Fiber is a cool looking composite material that gained some notoriety for its use in supercars, fancy sports equipment and high-level watches. It was just a matter of time before we could see it applied to firearms and Black Collar Arms, of Pork Sword [Read More…]
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