Category Archives: Optics
Schmidt Bender Specials – One Week Only!
EuroOptic is running a one week special on select Schmidt Bender riflescopes! This is your opportunity to save between $500–$1000 on some of the most proven hunting and tactical scopes in the industry! These deals go away on the 19th … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Releases New Riflescope Line
(Wilsonville, OR) – America’s Top Brand of laser sights, Crimson Trace®, today announced the release of 11 new riflescopes designed to meet the needs of tactical, long range, hunting and recreational firearms enthusiasts. This new custom-designed riflescope line … Continue reading
BUSHNELL’S TRS-26 and Transition 3X Magnifier
If you don’t need to swim out of a submarine at periscope depth, you owe it to yourself to check out Bushnell’s TRS-26 and the company’s Transition 3X magnifier. Then spend the money you save on a ton of … Continue reading
BUSHNELL’s LONG AWAITED TRS-26
Bushnell’s TRS-26 has finally hit the shelves and I’ll be reviewing it for our readers over the coming weeks. I can sum up my initial impression by saying that it was well worth the wait! The TRS-26 is part … Continue reading
New Steiner S-Series Battle Sights
The amount of gear that modern infantry soldier carry into the field has consistently grown over the years. The new Steiner S-Series battle sights ensure that the optics contribute more performance for less weight. These next-gen prism battle sights have … Continue reading
Make Your Mark with the Sightmark Latitude Long-Range Riflescope!
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Make your mark with Sightmark’s new reliable and affordable Latitude 8-32×60 F-Class Riflescope (SM13043FTR). Designed rugged, cost-cautious for all professional long-range shooters and firearm enthusiast, the Latitude features top of the line features sought out by top-level … Continue reading
U.S. OPTICS Now Shipping – SVS 1-6X
The SVS 1-6x optic is a true 1x optic with a 34mm tube, second focal plane 2MOA daylight visible red dot, MIL scale reticle, and capped zeroing knobs for both windage and elevation with 2/10 MIL adjustments and a built … Continue reading
EUROSATORY 2018 (CONTINUED)
One of the more interesting technologies exhibited at EUROSATORY 2018, is a product offering from French designer STARNAV. The RAPACE system is far more than a bore sighting tool as explained by Anthony Candelot one of the company’s engineers. … Continue reading
Steiner’s P4Xi Riflescope – 2018 Optic of the year
Steiner’s P4Xi has been selected as the 2018 National Rifle Association’s Shooting Illustrated Optic of the Year. Designed for patrol and tactical operations, the P4Xi offers quick, clear target acquisition in a lightweight compact design. “We knew the tactical … Continue reading
SIG SAUER TANGO6 1-6×24 Riflescope Selected for US Army Squad Designated Marksman Rifle
Newington, N.H. (May 11, 2018) – The US Army has announced its selection of SIG SAUER’s TANGO6 1-6×24 riflescope for their Squad Designated Marksman Rifle (SDMR). The optic is the final component to be selected for the complete SDMR system … Continue reading
Sightmark Citadel Riflescopes
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Sightmark’s new Citadel line of premium riflescopes are on-target when it comes to affordable precision performance. Designed as perfect optic solutions for demanding, cost-conscious law enforcement and competitors, Citadel riflescopes are packed with the kind of features … Continue reading
SIG SAUER INTRODUCES Ballistic Data Xchange (BDX)
Ballistic Data Xchange is an advanced fire control system for your hunting rifle. The system integrates the Sig Sauer BDX App, running on your smart device, with the company’s KILO2400BDX rangefinder via Bluetooth. Once range is determined, the rangefinder connected … Continue reading
Bushnell has Added New Models to the Popular AR Optics Family
OVERLAND PARK, Kansas – April 18, 2018 – Bushnell, an industry leader in high-performance optics, has added to its top-selling line of AR Optics with several new options designed specifically for the Modern Sporting Rifle platform.The growing AR Optics line … Continue reading
Sightmark Latitude long-range riflescopes
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Whether you are on the hunt of a lifetime, ringing steel on a Saturday morning or fighting for the top spot in your next precision shooting competition, Sightmark’s new Latitude riflescopes bring your most challenging targets … Continue reading
Extend your range with new Sightmark T-3 and T-5 Magnifiers
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Helping shooters accurately extend the range of their reflex or red dot sight, new T-3 (SM19063) and T-5 (SM19064) Magnifiers provide 3x or 5x magnification in a straight tube optic system .7-.8” shorter than their predecessor. … Continue reading
Nikon Introduces Match-Ready First Focal Plane Riflescope
Melville, NY (March 2018) – Nikon just made competition-grade FFP scopes accessible–to everyone. For 2018 Nikon expands its flagship BLACK tactical optics family with the introduction of the FX1000. Competition-ready straight from the box, the BLACK FX1000 combines match grade … Continue reading
Tested & Recommended: Sightmark Pinnacle 5-30×50
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Elite reviewers from the National Tactical Officers Association membership evaluation program have announced their findings on the Sightmark Pinnacle 5-30×50 riflescope. The Pinnacle took home an overall score of 4.4 with perfect scores from one reviewer in … Continue reading
TRACT Optics Announces New TORIC 30mm Long Range Riflescopes
HUMMELSTOWN, Penn. – February 21, 2018 – TRACT Optics has released two new 30mm First Focal Plane (FFP) long range riflescopes in its flagship TORIC line. These offerings feature precision components and give consumers a world-class 30mm scope suitable for … Continue reading
BUSHNELL SIGHTS TO LOOK FORWARD TO IN 2018
For 2018, Bushnell has done a superb job of filling in the gaps in its growing line of tactical optics. The company added the Tac Optics line which they’ve position as a mid-priced sight with a projected street price of … Continue reading
Steiner Defense Adds Exclusive the MSR2 Reticle
The MSR2 Reticle is now available on the M5Xi 5-25x56mm scopeThe M5Xi is a military grade sniper scope which sets the standard for performance and durability. Crafted entirely in Germany, the optic is hewn from the finest materials and features … Continue reading
Sightmark’s new Pinnacle 3-18×44 Riflescope: the Peak of Optics
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – As versatile an optic as they come, Sightmark is proud to introduce their latest first-focal-plane riflescope, the Pinnacle 3-18×44 (SM13030TMD). Bridging the gap between the 1-6x and 5-30x Pinnacles, the meticulously designed 3-18x Pinnacle is a first-class … Continue reading
Pre-Order For UMQDS Mounts Is Now Open
The U.S. Optics UMQDS mounts are back. The mounts are available for pre-order now and by clicking on the link below, you can get in line. They will be available in a 34mm tube size with the option of 0, … Continue reading
Bushnell Announces New Elite Tactical XRS II
OVERLAND PARK, Kansas – November 15, 2017 – Bushnell, an industry leader in high-performance optical solutions, announces an enhanced level of precision and performance with a new Elite Tactical flagship riflescope – the XRS II.Delivery of precise rounds … Continue reading
Setting the RZR Zero Stop | Vortex Optics
This video tutorial takes you through a step-by-step procedure to set the RZR Zero Stop. The RZR Zero Stop is used on Vortex’s Viper PST Gen II and Razor HD 5-20×50 scopes. You can download hard copy of the straight … Continue reading
BORESIGHTING YOUR RIFLE
Jared Hinton, Savage Arms Communications Coordinator, shares three easy methods for boresighting your rifle.your Savage rifle.
Mount Your Scope—The Right Way
Savage Pro Jared Hinton shows you how to mount your magnified optic the right way
Practical Magnification Tips From Sniper’s Hide Frank “Lowlight” Galli
Bushnell Offers New Purpose-Built AR Optics
OVERLAND PARK, Kansas – July 14, 2017 – Bushnell, an industry leader in high-performance optical solutions for more than 65 years, has extended its popular AR Optics line with four additional sights that are each optimized for the modern sporting … Continue reading
HENSOLDT Optical Units for Germany’s Future Soldier Programme “Infanterist der Zukunft” Part 3
Wetzlar, Germany, 07/07/2017 – HENSOLDT has received another order for the German Bundeswehr’s “Infanterist der Zukunft – Extended System” (IdZ-ES) modernisation programme. The order includes the delivery of the IRV 600 A1 infrared attachment, the NSV 600 night vision attachment, … Continue reading
Schmidt & Bender PMII Special Edition
As precision tactical and extended range shooters know, the list of high performance professional optics worthy of your sub minute of angle rifle numbers six and Schmidt & Bender holds the number one spot. The S&B PMII has enjoyed wide … Continue reading
Bushnell Announces New Best-In-Class Engage Optics Line at 2017 NRA Show
OVERLAND PARK, Kansas – April 27, 2017 – Bushnell, an industry leader in high-performance optical solutions for more than 65 years, announces a new line of high-quality, performance-driven optics for modern hunters and shooters. The new Engage riflescopes and binoculars … Continue reading
Sightmark XT-3 Magnifier
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Designed specifically to improve close-range optic versatility, the new Sightmark XT-3 Magnifier adds lightning fast mid-range reach for faster, more accurate shot placement at extended ranges. The XT-3 Magnifier is compatible with Sightmark reflex and red dot … Continue reading
LUCID Optics Adds Additional Web Domain
(Wyoming) – LUCID Optics, manufacturer of the best value line of optics on the market, has recently added an additional website domain in order to best serve its customers.In the past, LUCID has operated its website at http://www.mylucidgear.com. Recently, LUCID … Continue reading
GPO, USA INTRODUCES THE GPOTAC 8XI RIFLESCOPE
Midlothian, Virginia, February 10, 2017—GPO, USA, the industry’s newest premium optics company, introduces the GPOTAC™ 8Xi riflescope. This product is German-designed and engineered to bring extreme features for the benefit of most serious tactical shooters. The GPOTAC™ 8Xi is built … Continue reading
EOTech VUDU 1- 6X 24mm Precision Rifle Scope
At this year’s Shot Show, I finally got the opportunity to take a close look at EOTech’s Vudu 1-6X24mm rifle scope. EOTech makes the 1-6 x 24 Vudu in 3 models, the SR-1, SR-2 and SR-3; the difference being reticle … Continue reading
GPO, USA INTRODUCES PASSION™ HD BINOCULAR LINE
Midlothian, Va., February 6, 2017 — GPO USA, the industry’s newest premium optics company, introduces the PASSION™ HD binocular portfolio. This product is German designed and engineered, and it combines quality, features, price and value for the benefit of the … Continue reading
CORRECTION TO MY BURRIS 1-8 x 24 XTR-II REVIEW OF 17 NOVEMBER 2016
Mid November 2016, I published a review of the Burris 1-8 x 24 XTR-II. In that review, I commented on the turret cap retention mechanism. My comments were factually incorrect. You can read the original review here. My original comments … Continue reading
LUCID Optics Introduces MLX Riflescope for 2017
(Wyoming) – LUCID Optics, manufacturer of the best value line of optics on the market, is proud to introduce the MLX Riflescope, new for 2017.After many requests for a First Focal plane, Mil / Mil rifle scope, LUCID spoke with … Continue reading
MEOPTA INTRODUCES ZD 6-24×56 RD LONG RANGE RIFLESCOPE FOR PRECISION RIFLES.
The ZD 6-24×56 RD is a precision long range riflescope developed for sniper rifles in order to achieve deadly-accurate shot placement at extreme distances. The new Mil Dot 2 illuminated reticle with integrated range-finding markers is calibrated for accurate … Continue reading
EOTech Inc. Now Shipping Their High-End Vudu Optics
EOTech developed this high-end line of scopes to address the needs of the demanding marksman. “…We feel the time and effort that went into this product line will be well worth the wait. Special Thanks is owed to our … Continue reading
