Armasight introduced a new thermal imaging rifle scope called the Predator. These thermal imaging rifle scopes are designed to be lightweight and compact in addition to being the “most technologically advanced.” At the center of the technology is a FLIR Tau [Read More…]
Kirsten Joy Weiss’ latest video is on the subject of avoiding scope bite. Most of the time scope bite is nothing more than a slight pain and embarrassment. Other times it can be worse. A friend of mine, a veteran hunter and hunting magazine writer, has a large [Read More…]
At first I was like “Huh? Wha?”. And then I was like “Ahhhh!”. It is not really a huge, massive innovation, but I think the utility level is pretty high, and should definitely solve a pain point for some users. Designed to replace the cap [Read More…]
Nikon is on a new product roll these days, having introduced multiple new lines over the last few months. Latest up is their PROSTAFF 7 series, which puts 30mm tubes on a budget. For those who look for such things, the larger tube gives the scopes more adjustment which [Read More…]
Ooo… Aaaa… Another rifle-scope for budget-oriented shooters. Snark aside, Nikon has announced the release of the Buckmasters II series of rifle-scopes. Problem is, the scopes look to be great value, especially for those who like BDC reticles. I have the [Read More…]
Ever guess what height scope ring you should buy and they turn out too short or too tall? Lord knows I have. Precision Products has come out with the Right Height Scope Tool to help avoid problems just like that. The Right Height Scope Tool arrived in a retail ready [Read More…]
If you’d like to use your iPhone 6 to record images obtained through the lens of your Swarovski scope, well, now you can. Swarovski is now making a PA-i6 Adapter, which turns long-range optics into the equivalent of a telephoto lens. Simply attach the adapter [Read More…]
The new riflescope’s rangefinder does more than just let you know how far away an object is, it also has a scanning feature so you can track targets on the move. In addition to the obvious cool factor of a built-in laser rangefinder this riflescope has a [Read More…]
Whether you’re a hunter or a target shooter, you might need a scope for your handgun. Especially as hunters use their pistols to take down game on an increasing basis the need for good quality handgun scopes is increasing, and answering that call is Leapers/UTG. [Read More…]
Tactical Night Vision Company (TNVC) has put up photos of their third generation D790 Magnus 6x Night Vision Scope being tested, saying “If we are going to equip guys going into harm’s way, the gear better perform as advertised first time, every time. That said, we [Read More…]
Sellmark is offering a new thermal hunting scope for 2015. Called the Pulsar Apex XD38A, the scope uses picture in picture technology to give the shooter a wide view of the scene in the lower portion of the scope while he focuses on the target. A battery pack will power [Read More…]
Sightmark announced they will show a new Photon digital night vision scope at the 2015 SHOT Show. The new models, the Photon XT 4.6x 42 and the Photon XT 6.5x 50, are an improvement over the Photon-S released a year ago. The new XT models have a 640×480 display [Read More…]
Hawke Sports Optics announced a new 3-9×40 scope with a reticle designed specifically for shotguns and muzzleloading rifles. The reticle is illuminated and has an adjustable, step-less brightness control. Eye relief is 4.5″. According to Hawke: The new Slug [Read More…]
Anything to cut down on the time spent in the office and increase time at the range gets a resounding thumbs-up! For example, the MagLuLa for pistols is always in my bag as well as various tools etc. Enter the Wheeler Level Level Level kit. In short, its a permanent [Read More…]
Firefield recently released a new scope in 1-6X24.I’ve always liked the 1-4 power scopes and use them on my rifles. I felt they come up a little shy on the range at longer distances.This new 1-6×24 will allow shooters to use it in competition,hunting as well [Read More…]
Sightmark is making what they call a hybrid night vision riflescope. The Photon-S is a daylight capable 3.5x 42mm scope with night vision capabilities. The unit uses a 150mW LED IR illuminator combined with a 1/3″ CMOS CCD to provide low-light/night time [Read More…]
Vice, despite all their usual gun hate, have put together a good documentary on the TrackingPoint rifle system. It is well worth watching. Thanks to Tom for the tip.
Right out of left field, with no fanfare, no press releases, nothing, Remington has launched a website dedicated to their as yet unannounced Remington 2020 scope that has been developed in collaboration with Tracking Point. The Remington 2020 is similar, both in [Read More…]
Weaver announced a complete revamp of the company’s Grand Slam line of rifle scopes. The new scopes have “undergone a complete transformation inside and out,” according to a press release from Weaver. The scopes use a new Weaver Micro-Trac Adjustment [Read More…]
Bushnell recently announced the addition of six (6) new riflescopes for AR-style rifles. All scopes have variable magnification. The configurations are: 1-4x 24mm (two variations, one with illuminated reticle) 2-7x 32mm (rimfire version) 3-9x 40mm 3-12x 40mm 4.5-18x [Read More…]
A new company called Zero-G is crowdfunding the development and manufacturing of a Carbon Fiber scope mount. Normally we don’t blog about crowdfunding projects, but this caught my attention. The basic Advanced Carbon Fiber Scope Mount, which will cost [Read More…]
This post was written by Dr. Jim and Mary Clary. The primary topic of this article is to cover the Anti-Cant device; however, we have to insure that our scopes are “leveled” with our rifles before considering cant. There are several good systems on the [Read More…]
The Inteliscope is a picatinny mount for the iPhone which unlike, other phone picatinny mounts which we have blogged about before that mount a smartphone for use as a ballistic heads up display, allows the phone to be used as a digital scope. An app for the phone [Read More…]
When hordes of undead are swarming your position, you need rapid, accurate fire to put them down. For close in work, a quality optic can be a real life saver. Fortunately, Bushnell is stepping up to the plate with the new 1X MP Zombie Assault sight. The illuminated [Read More…]
Designed for long range accuracy, the new Nikon P-223 is a new rifle scope that claims to be at the top of the list of quality glass for the AR-type rifles. The P-223 is a 4-12×40 variable scope. It uses the Nikon BDC 600 reticle, has a 3.7″ eye relief and [Read More…]
Nikon is the latest company to roll out a specific bit of gear designed around the .300 AAC Blackout cartridge. The P-300 is a rifle scope that is specifically designed for AR-style rifles chambered for the 300 BLK round. The new Nikon P-300 is a 2-7×32 scope [Read More…]
Outside of the U.S. military, the IDF (Israeli Defense Forces) is probably the biggest users of the Trijicon ACOG combat gunsight. Almost two years ago and to my surprise, which I found out an Israeli optic company was working on a four-power fixed magnification prism [Read More…]
Leupold has a new reticle, dubbed the CMR-W which is designed for close to mid-range use. The reticle also features a “Circle Dot” which is a variable light in the middle of the reticle. The reticle is available for 5.56mm and 7.62mm. Primary uses include [Read More…]
At SHOT Show next week US Optics will debut their new “true 1x” scope. They guarantee that it has no magnification at the 1x setting, so it functions like a red dot sight, but can be cranked right up to 8x for long range engagement. Featuring the new 8:1 [Read More…]
[ Written by gun optics guru Timothy Yan ] Carl Zeiss Optronics introduced their new ZO 4x30i combat gunsight at the 2012 Shot Show and I did a preview of the prototype for TFB. For the past three months, I had a preproduction ZO 4x30i on T&E for my upcoming G&A [Read More…]