Straight-wall cartridges are very popular for a few reasons. Some hunters use them purely because they like the performance of a specific caliber. Many jurisdictions also ban the use of necked cartridges for hunting, leaving straight-wall calibers as the only option. [Read More…]
Binoculars can seem like either an outdated or humdrum shooting or adventuring accessory to many but progress is still being made with each new variant that comes to the market. Vortex has just announced the introduction of their latest binocular offering – the [Read More…]
Those interested in Precision Rifle Shooting will be happy to hear that Vortex Optics has begun a new show recently with the introduction of their “Go Long-Range” series. The show focuses on Mark and Jimmy as they embark on their first Precision Rifle Series [Read More…]
Vortex Optics has announced the latest addition to their Razor HD LHT range, the 4.5-22×50 scope with a first focal plane reticle. The HD LHT lineup has been very popular with long range hunters and shooters. Adding an FFP option is sure to be a hit with the target [Read More…]
The new Vortex Spitfire Gen II prism optics are lighter and smaller for the magnification than any other prism sight on the market. In this episode of TFBTV, Hop tests the Spitfire Gen II 5x prism sight, with a piggyback mounted Vortex Venom red dot; a package that has 5x magnification and two [Read More…]
Say hello to the new Vortex Venom 5-25×56 FFP Riflescope. As you probably figured, it has a 5-25x magnification range and a 56mm objective lens. The scope uses a 34mm tube. There is a throw lever included so you can change the level of magnification fast and with [Read More…]
This is the Vortex Razor HD 5-20×50 FFP, in an excellent photograph through the reticle. It makes me long for the summer (or the spring for starters), and to go out and ring some steel. The photo is taken from the Vortex Facebook page. While I haven’t looked [Read More…]
Vortex Optics just announced their new line of tripods for shooting, spotting, bird watching or scouting for game. The new line of tripods has several different price points to meet varied budgets and purposes. There are five tripods for the new line, of which the three [Read More…]
New to the binocular lineup from Vortex Optics is the Fury HD 5000 AB. These binoculars come equipped with a laser rangefinder, incorporating two very important features in the long-range shooting and hunting worlds: magnification and the ability to quickly determine [Read More…]
There are many types of optics on the market. While some companies focus on perfecting one, Vortex Optics has been running the gamut, while still striving for the same level of perfection. Here we have another example of just that. Applying some updates, Vortex Optics [Read More…]
Do you love red dots? Are you sick of those pesky batteries? Vortex is! If you’re familiar with the Vortex SPARC AR, the new Vortex SPARC SOLAR Red Dot is a no-brainer. A clear next step, the SPARC SOLAR harnesses the power of our closest star, giving your battery [Read More…]
Yes, that Vortex, the optics company. Folks at Vortex Nation Podcast started a project of designing a new long-range hunting cartridge. Their goal was to create a 6.5mm (.264″) caliber cartridge for antelope/deer-sized game that performance- and length-wise would [Read More…]
One of the things that vaulted Vortex Optics to a household name is the fact that they offer a wide spectrum of optics to meet every budget. They were kind enough to lend me their 6-24x50mm Diamondback Tactical rifle scope to review. The Diamondback Tactical 6-24x [Read More…]
When the Vortex Razor AMG UH-1 came out, it was a great alternative to other holographic sights like the EOTech HWS. It is robust, has fewer parts and does not require a hood to protect it. However, there was one drawback to the UH-1 and that was the lack of a night [Read More…]
Vortex Optics is best known in the gun world for their rifle scopes and red dots. A plethora of shooters choose Vortex products to mount onto their firearms. Though these optics make up a significant amount of their business, they also offer some additional product [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…]
Just this year Vortex has been quite popular especially with their 1-10×24 Razor LPVO which Matt E reviewed. I was more interested in their new Strike Eagle 5-25×56 as an upgrade from my Diamondback Tactical 6-24x50mm. How does the Strike Eagle 5-25×56 [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…]
Can you get by with a budget LPVO? In this episode of TFBTV, Hop tests the Burris RT-6 and Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6x low power variable optics to see how they stack up. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE check out our Patreon and Subscribe Star pages if you enjoy our program, and consider [Read More…]
My current binoculars are 8 power, and sometimes that is less magnification than I wish I had. The Vortex Viper HD Ranging Reticle Eyepiece is one option, but typically it is too much to carry such a system around. The new Vortex Diamondback HD 15×56 binoculars [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…]
Back in October, I did a review on the Razor HD 1-6 GEN II from Vortex Optics and overall it was a fantastic option. At the time, it was one of the nicest LPVOs I’ve tested and owned. Fast forward to SHOT Show when Vortex unveiled their new Razor HD GEN III [Read More…]
Vortex Optics of Barneveld, Wisconsin has just introduced their latest edition to the optics world – the Impact 1000 Rangefinder. This affordable, angle-compensated rangefinder boasts simple and easy to use controls as well as a variety of ranging modes giving [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…]
Despite the Coronavirus pandemic the US Army continues its Next Generation Squad Weapon program and has issued an OTA (or Other Transaction Authority) award to Wisconsin-based Vortex soliciting them to produce a prototype Next Generation Squad Weapon-Fire [Read More…]
If you’re spotting for someone it isn’t sufficient to say “you’re a little to the left, maybe a bit high… Perhaps.” Spot like a pro and say “you’re 0,6 Mils to the left and 0,3 Mils high“, so that the shooter can [Read More…]
Vortex Optics has a lot of going on at the moment and the popular Strike Eagle line with the 1-6×24 and 1-8×24 riflescopes are now available in upgraded versions. For instance, new AR-BDC3 reticle offers references out to 650 yards to make holdovers simpler [Read More…]
Most gun owners I know – including myself – have a Strike Eagle riflescope from Vortex Optics, either the 1-6x or the 1-8x. With a price of around 400-500 USD, it’s a low-cost, entry-level riflescope for the big crowd. They are now to be joined by a [Read More…]
Photo Of The Day – Above you get a look at a nice plinkster pistol. You’re looking at a Heckler & Koch HK416 .22LR pistol with Strike Industries parts and a Vortex UH1. The picture is taken by Jeremy Tremp of Offensive Marketing Group. Here’s how [Read More…]
Vortex Optics has married two unlikely elements together to create the NEW Razor HD LHT riflescope. By bringing their pristine HD resolution in optics from the Razor series into a lightweight body, hunters now have a terrific option for connecting on those long-range [Read More…]
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