Fans of the Primary Arms series of Prism Optics will be happy to hear there is another reticle option now available for the GLx 2x Prism scope. The ACSS Gemini reticle has now been added to the lineup and is specifically designed around use for 9mm PCCs and pistols. The [Read More…]
Primary Arms have published their 2021 catalog which includes a number of new products. In this article, we’ll take a look at the new family of compact prism scopes called SLx MicroPrism. These scopes are designed from the ground up and according to Primary Arms, [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…]
If you’ve been keeping up with the new products from Primary Arms, you’re probably already aware of the SLx GEN III Prism scopes that were released earlier this year. Bruce Wayne might have wanted the Tumbler in black, but smart companies know that many [Read More…]
If you’re looking for a Red Dot you might exit the shop with a Green Dot in your bag. Primary Arms Optics has just added the option for a green reticle if that is – or becomes – your preference. The price for the green-illuminated ACSS Cyclops reticle [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…]
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…]
If you dig into the story behind the Swampfox Optics name, you’ll discover an exceedingly cool piece of history. This budding young company takes their name from Revolutionary War hero Francis Marion, who earned the “Swamp Fox” nickname leading early [Read More…]
Earlier I reviewed Primary Arms’ MD25 red dot sight. Well, they also have a new GLx 2X Prism with ACSS CQB-M5 reticle. It is a simple, compact, lightweight 2x optic and they make a version that is set for .300blk/7.62×39. I requested it specifically to test [Read More…]
Primary Arms has always been a decent option for budget-minded individuals looking for some entry-level options into the magnified optics world. Today we’ll be examining the recently released SLx Gen III 5X Prism Scope I was sent for testing and evaluation. The [Read More…]
I’m not a fan of torture tests, but I terribly abuse the Primary Arms 3x Prism with ACSS reticle and give my opinion of it. Product link: http://www.primaryarms.com/primary-arms-3x-compact-prism-scope-w-the-patented-acss-5-56-reticle-pac3x-acss-5-56 ««« GUNS IN THIS VIDEO »»» AR15.com [Read More…]
Primary Arms has been steadily improving and expanding its range of optics. The lineup of prism scopes has grown and undergone revisions, and the MicroPrism family is the current flagship. This review will cover the SLx 3x model, which sits between the 1x and 5x [Read More…]
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Primary Arms Optics has introduced a range of new products for practical, defensive, and precision shooting. This lineup, revealed at SHOT Show 2024, includes advanced rifle scopes and red dot sights, alongside a new series of mounts and accessories aimed at enhancing [Read More…]
Swampfox Optics have introduced their latest, new red/green dot, the Raider 1x Micro Prism optic. The new sight weighs in at just under 8oz and has a 35,000-hour battery life with Shake N’ Wake on/off functionality. The Raider has an MSRP of $279. Swampfox Optics [Read More…]
The Department of Energy (DOE) has procured the Primary Arms PLx 1-8×24 scope for its security forces. PA makes a few reticle options, and DOE opted for the ACSS Griffin Mil M8 version. It is an illuminated mil-grid FFP design. Primary Arms @ TFB: TFB Review: [Read More…]
Almost two years ago I reviewed Primary Arm’s SLx 1x MicroPrism. Since then they have made magnified versions. Well, they are coming out with an SLx 5x MicroPrism and I requested one for review. New for the 5X MicroPrism is their 12 o’clock red dot mount so [Read More…]
Primary Arms Optics has just added three new optics to their vast lineup, which will include a flat dark earth version of their PLx 1-8×24 FFP Low Power Variable Optic (LVPO), a second generation of their existing SLx 3-18x First Focal Plane scope, and a new CLx [Read More…]
Not sure how we missed posting about this, but Primary Arms has a mini reflex 12 O’clock mount for their MicroPrism optics. This allows you to mount a red dot sight over their SLx prismatic scopes. Primary Arms @TFB [NRAAM 2023] LOUD NOISES! Primary Arms Range Day [Read More…]
If you’ve been visiting TFB regularly, you’ve probably noticed that Primary Arms has been busy releasing a number of new products this winter. We’ve recently announced new binoculars, a 1-6x LPVO optic, pistol red dot sights, and a 5x prism sight. [Read More…]
Texas-based Primary Arms Optics is announcing two new scopes for their GLx line of optics – the GLx 1-6x24mm FFP Rifle Scope and the GLx 4-16x50mm FFP Rifle Scope with the ACSS Athena BPR MIL Reticle. The GLx 1-6x24mm comes with two reticle options with either [Read More…]
Pulsar Talion XQ38 Thermal Imaging Riflescope – Pulsar’s new flagship Thermion LRF released yesterday is now joined by a compact companion, the Talion XQ38. Judging by the description it’s clear that Pulsar had a user-centered approach to design, a use [Read More…]
Primary Arms Optics claim they have more launches than Space X this month. We’ll see what the rest of the month might bring, but we’ll start with the release of their new PLx rifle scope mounts for their premium PLx product line. Primary Arms Optics @ TFB: [Read More…]
Fellow writer Nicholas C recently did a thorough review on the Primary Arms SLx 1x MicroPrism and both TFB staff and TFB readers seemed to have mixed feelings about it with most of the positive views on the 1x MicroPrism coming from those (like me) who have astigmatism [Read More…]
Primary Arms is known for making affordable yet durable optics that work. They have set themselves apart from the competition with their ACSS reticle. Well, now they have a new SLx 1X MicroPrism with the ACSS reticle. This new MicroPrism optic is a tiny package that [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…]
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…]
Looking for an extreme long range rifle scope? March Optics got you covered with their new model Genesis, which offers a 6x-60×56 with a reticle in the First Focal Plane. According to their own claims, this is the highest zoom ratio and FFP magnification in the [Read More…]
At SHOT Show’s 2018 Day at the Range, TFBTV’s Corey Wardrop discusses prism technology with inventor John Baker at the Axeon Scopes booth. John walks us through Axeon’s Second Zero products, which are well suited to a red-dot sight. The technology allows the shooter to switch [Read More…]
As part of the ongoing Vz58 obsession I’ve suffered from for the last few years, I’ve been hunting for the right kind of optic for these rifles. That led me onto the Primary Arms 4x Prismatic. Primary Arms is a budget manufacturer producing a number of red [Read More…]
Background Apparently I am not the only creature in my house with the capability of failure testing gear. I had just purchased a new tripod for mounting my super “elite” Konus Spotting Scope. Okay, so maybe not elite, but we did successfully use it to spot [Read More…]
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