In this episode of TFBTV, Hop reviews the new Bushnell TRS-26, a budget red dot with a 50,000 hour battery life. The TRS-26 is the updated replacement for Bushnell’s TRS-25, one of the original and best budget red dots on the market. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE check out our [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…]
Michigan optics manufacturer Trijicon, Inc. has just filed suit against California based Holosun Technologies, Inc. The docket that was filed on July, 7th 2020 indicates that Trijicon is attempting to bring legal action against Hollosun over alleged patent infringement [Read More…]
Holosun have announced the HE508T V2 red dot reflex optic, available with green or red reticles, has Shake Awake tech as standard and is rated for up to 50,000 hours of battery life and has a titanium housing. We got our first look at the HE508T V2 back at SHOT Show [Read More…]
Welcome back to another Featured Deals of the Week. Prices are high, a good deal is rare, and I’m out here trying to find whatever I can to get you guys to take out those wallets. So without any further ado, let’s get into it. EOTech Model 512 Holographic [Read More…]
In 2005, L3Harris purchased optics maker and holography innovation company EOTech. For the last fifteen years, EOTech has existed as only a small portion of this defense industry Goliath’s larger operations which also include products like military drones, [Read More…]
In recent years, Holosun has significantly elevated the quality of their red dot optics from the strictly “budget” category to become legitimate serious contenders. Many of their products, such as the 507 series, are now worth mentioning in the same [Read More…]
The Firearm Blog continues its mission of reviewing as many of the Schmidt & Bender PM II Riflescopes as possible. Previously we had a look at the top-seller S&B 5-25×56 PM II and the S&B 1-8×24 PM II ShortDot Dual CC, one of the few riflescopes with [Read More…]
Langdon Tactical likes to do things a little differently. In today’s gun industry, it seems like everyone and their mothers are working primarily with the standard “who’s who” of striker-fired polymer-framed handguns. There are a plethora of SIG [Read More…]
The Leupold LCO, or “Leupold Carbine Optic” is a robust Red Dot Sight (RDS) with a 1 MOA dot. Leupold’s LCO product information states that they put each optic through their “Punisher” test, but I decided to put it through a couple extra paces anyway when I [Read More…]
Last year, TFB reported on Holosun’s entry into the flip-to-side magnifier game with the release of their HM3X Red Dot Magnifier. This unit featured built-in quick-detach and flip-to-side mechanisms, an adjustable diopter, included a spacer for compatibility with [Read More…]
Following up on Adam’s initial announcement a few months ago, the Vortex Optics AMG UH-1 Gen-II Holographic Sight is now officially available. How does it stack up to the original? Our own Nick C. has been deep into a review of the newest release for a few weeks now [Read More…]
The Leupold Freedom Red Dot Sight I first encountered an early version of Leupold’s Freedom RDS at SHOT 2019. Full credit goes to TFB’s Nick C., who noticed the sight during the setup day prior to Industry Day at the Range. The sight was interesting [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…]
To most shooters, Aimpoint is best known for optics like their rifle-mounted red dots such as the PRO (Patrol Rifle Optic) or the Micro series, and their increasingly popular ACRO P-1 pistol sight. In March 2019, TFB reported that the US Department of Defense would be [Read More…]
Welcome back ladies and gentlemen to another Featured Deals of the Week. I am your host, sort-of, Benjamin F, and these are the sales, discounts, and in-stock notices you’ve all been waiting for. Or at least it caught your eye while you were scrolling through our [Read More…]
Welcome back to the latest edition of TFB’s Behind The Gun Podcast that features industry leaders talking about their backgrounds, company history, products and information that can help you become a better shooter. Today we feature Jimmy Hamilton from Vortex Optics. [Read More…]
Holy height over bore Batman! The Unity Tactical FAST Micro Mount and FTC Magnifier mounts look really tall for carbine optics but you might be surprised they don’t feel that tall. In fact, they are not the tallest on the market. The Micro FAST Mount was [Read More…]
Primary Arms red dots are some of the most popular entry-level optics in the industry. They have come out with a new sight for their SLx line of red dots. The SLx MD-25 is a 25mm microdot that is budget-friendly but offers a great field of view compared to their other [Read More…]
Russian state corporation Rostec has announced that they have developed the first Russian heavy machine gun reflex sight. This red dot sight is designed primarily for the .50 caliber Kord HMG that is widely used throughout the Russian armed forces both as a crew-served [Read More…]
An opportunity arose to check out some Leupold Optics. I requested the Leupold D-EVO offset optic because it is such a unique optic design. For those not familiar with the D-EVO, it is an offset 6x rifle scope. It is not your traditional offset optic. There is no need [Read More…]
Whenever Vortex Optics does another generation of any of their optic lines it ushers in lots of new features and even further improved quality from the previous good set of optics. With many faithful Vortex fans understanding this, they have been clamoring for a Gen II [Read More…]
When it comes to micro red dot sights, the Leupold DeltaPoint Pro is objectively one of the best options in today’s fairly crowded market. With auto-on capability, rugged construction and the optional built-in rear sight, the DeltaPoint Pro fits perfectly on a variety [Read More…]
The MEPRO Foresight from MEPROLIGHT USA was one of the more intriguing optic offerings of SHOT 2020, boasting some interesting features offering the functionality of a heads up display within a red dot sight. Check out my SHOT Show first impressions of the MEPRO [Read More…]
The Firearm Blog is on a mission to review as many of the Schmidt & Bender PM II Riflescopes as we can. In case you didn’t know PM is short for Police & Military. Previously we had a look at the classic S&B 5-25×56 PM II with the LRR-Mil reticle, [Read More…]
Tucson-based Riton Optics have announced the introduction of thier new pistol red dot optic, the X3 Tactix MPRD. It has an aluminium body, HD glass, a 3 MOA reticle and a 50,000 hour battery life. Here’s what Riton Optics have to say about the new sight: Veteran [Read More…]
Minnesota-based Styrka have launched a range of open and tube red dot sights for pistols and carbines. The new Styrka S3 Open Style Red Dot or the Styrka S3 Tube Style Red Dot are available now with MSRPs of $289.95 and $329.95. Here’s what Styrka have to say [Read More…]
Vortex Optics has just announced that they will be extending a special offer throughout this troubling time. Between now and 26th June, vortex optics is extending 40% off their products to medical staff such as doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals. Vortex [Read More…]
Browe Inc. has announced the release of a new red dot sight called Browe Micro Reflex (BMR). The company describes its new product as a simple, intuitive and effective solution for use with pistols, rifles, carbines and shotguns. Let’s take a closer look. [Read More…]
Leupold & Stevens has just announced that its award-winning Freedom Red Dot Sight will now be available in a Black Ring model. The Freedom RDS originally featured the company’s trademark gold ring encircling the objective lens bell. The Freedom RDS is designed [Read More…]
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