At SHOT Show 2024, Nightforce unveiled their latest optical innovation, the Configurable Field Scope 6-36×50. This new spotting scope integrates versatility with compactness, boasting a length of just 14 inches, and it retains Nightforce’s commitment to [Read More…]
Clone nerds, rejoice! Nightforce has released a limited batch of SOCOM contract ATACR scopes with all of the accouterments. Two different models (S-VPS and P-VPS) are available at retailers now. Nightforce @ TFB: Nightforce Optics Unveils New MOA-XT Reticle Dark Earth [Read More…]
Nightforce has added some new MRAD reticle options. The Mil-XT reticle is now offered for their 4-14×50 SHV F1 scope, and the Tremor 5 is available in two models. Let’s zoom in on these new reticles to see what they offer. Nightforce @ TFB: Nightforce [Read More…]
Known for their quality and durability Nightforce Optics has added the new MOA-XT reticle to its lineup. The reticle is designed for quick holdovers for shooters more familiar with MOA rather than MILS. Available in NX8 and ATACR series optics MOA-XT [Read More…]
The hungriest beast of them all on this blog is our Photo Of The Day. It consumes hundreds of images every month, and it has been doing so for over 8 years. Today we have the SABR, short for Sniper Assaulter Battle Rifle, made by LWRC International. The SABR features a [Read More…]
Nightforce have announced that their Nightforce MIL SPEC ATACR 4-20 has been selected by the US Special Operations Command as part of SOCOM’s Miniature Aiming Systems – Day Optic (MAS-D) Program. The Ranging – Variable Power Scope or R-VPS will be [Read More…]
Optics powerhouse Nightforce carries an interesting and unusual history. Most people express surprise when learning that one of recent history’s most preeminent scope manufacturers, one whose glass is trusted at some of the highest tiers of many militaries [Read More…]
Photo Of The Day – We go back to the International Sniper Competition 2019 for a look at a lot of high-tech rifles, lasers and optics. It seems that some of the competitors used their own personal firearms, which makes these pictures very interesting. Above is a [Read More…]
At the beginning of this year, TFB did a short review of the Daniel Defense Delta 5 bolt-action rifle. Daniel Defense is now offering what they call a .75 MOA Accuracy Package with the Delta 5 rifle. Apart from the rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor with 24″ barrel, you get [Read More…]
In 2017, TFB reported that a new world record shot of 5,000 Yards (2.84 Miles) had been set by former Navy Seal Sniper Charlie Melton. Using a wildcat cartridge called “408 Tejas”, he was able to break the previous record of 4,604 Yards (2.61 Miles). Only a few [Read More…]
The topic of today’s Photo Of The Day is easy. We’ve spotted a Ruger Precision Rifle at the International Sniper Competition 2019, held in March 2019 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The cap on the rifle scope says “Nightforce Mil-Spec”. The mount [Read More…]
Nightforce brought in a new reticule configuration for their first focal plane scopes, called the MIL-XT. Essentially the reticule was built from much feedback from numerous long-range shooters who required a very precise ranging and stadia line system with which to make quick follow up shots while [Read More…]
The thirteenth Installment of Build of the Week was contributed by Steve. This is Steve’s FINAL submission. Submit early and often and you too can showcase your works. Honestly I like most everything on this build–it is pretty clean and has a nice [Read More…]
Did you ever think to yourself, I wish I could get my hands on a $2800.00 Vortex scope without having to purchase it, so I can see the difference between that and my current optic? Well, now you can with Vulcan Circle. Vulcan Circle – Optics For Rent This type [Read More…]
Back in May, we reported that the US Marine Corps would, at last, be replacing its venerable M40A6 sniper rifles with the Mk 13 Precision Sniper Rifle. The Marine Corps has now confirmed that the Mk 13 Mod 7 will be fitted with the Nightforce ATACR Scope. The ATACR [Read More…]
At SHOT Show 2018, Wayne at NightForce walks us through the new NX8 product family, beginning with the NX8 1-8×24 F1 and exists as an extension of the NXS family and NF’s military heritage. It is a first focal-plane optic, is 8.75″ long and 17 ounces. Wayne also talks us through the [Read More…]
At the 2018 SHOT Show, Nightforce brought along their brand new 1-8 power scopes, including the much-anticipated NX8 1-8 power compact carbine optic. Alongside it, the company also debuted the ATACR 1-8×24, a larger, more capable one-to-eight that is better suited [Read More…]
A joyful, happy man, Santa Claus – or Father Christmas or Saint Nicholas or Sinterklaas – delivers gifts to good boys and girls throughout the world. After working for 364 days straight, he loads up his sleigh with packages and parcels containing everything [Read More…]
The day many tactical optic enthusiasts have been whispering about over the past year is finally here: Nightforce has just announced their long-rumored 1-8 power tactical scope, called the NX8. Nighforce describes the NX8 1-8×24 F1 as “a class leading, [Read More…]
With over 5 million Ruger 10/22s built here’s a chance to get one that will stand out in the crowd. To celebrate Nightforce’s 25:th anniversary they will offer a complimentary Nightforce 25:th Anniversary Special Edition Ruger 10/22 free of charge, if you [Read More…]
We at TFB reported on October 9th, courtesy of Hrachya H., that Lobaev Arms from Russia had previously set the long range shooting world record. They used a wildcat cartridge based off of the .408 Chey Tac called a “.40 Lobaev Improved” to accomplish the [Read More…]
Australian founded, U.S. operated Nightforce Optics is introducing some new products this year, especially for an optics company. Apart from the 7×35 ATAC-R, and CMP Service Rifle optic the company is bringing to market an interesting tripod with detachable legs for either hiking, shooting [Read More…]
Nightforce Optics is brining a tripod to market, one that is very versatile and innovative compared to current tripods for sale. It has removable 4 section legs, that can then be used as walking poles while hiking or trekking. In addition, these legs can also be used [Read More…]
Nightforce has been extremely successful with their ATACR line of rugged, long range rifle scopes, among numerous groups of shooters in the PRS sport community and just the precision rifle community in general. However, with their new 7-35 power magnification in the [Read More…]
The Mil-R reticle is one of Nightforce’s most popular offering in the companies ATACR scope line. However, due to requests from the Precision Rifle Series competitions, the company is going to be releasing the “Mil-C” Reticle. Initially the reticle [Read More…]
Thanks to Dickson L. for sharing these pics with us. North Sylva, a Canadian firearms importer got this Steyr .50BMG in stock. According to Steyr’s website the HS .50 retails for $5795. 5rd side ways magazine allows the OAL to be shorter and the fire [Read More…]
The shooting world was abuzz earlier this year when the Civilian Marksmanship Program finally got with the times updated its rules to allow the use of lightly magnified optics within its Service Rifle division, bringing the CMP in line with current service rifles used [Read More…]
Nightforce Optics Inc. released a number of new products for 2016 such as the SHV 4-14×50 F1 rifle scope previously seen here. In addition to that scope, the company also released a competition scope and a spotting scope. Competition Fixed 42×44 Rifle Scope [Read More…]
Nightforce Optics announced the new SHV 4-14×50 F1 rifle scope at SHOT Show this year. The SHV (Shooter, Hunter, and Varminter) series is aimed at providing Nightforce quality at a price more affordable to most customers. The SHV 4-14×50 F1 rifle scope is a [Read More…]
Matt of Hill Country Rifles sent me this video since I posted about their rifle hitting a 3,600 yard target. Here is there latest achievement, hitting a target at 3,800 yards away. The rifle is impressive. It is a HCR Extreme Long Range Carry Weight .375 Cheytac. [Read More…]
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