Category Archives: Optics
WOLF PERFORMANCE OPTICS 1x/4x 32 PSU
WOLF Performance Ammunition has expanded its operations to include some interesting optics. One that is particularly noteworthy, and similar to the ELCAN Specter DR, is the WOLF 1x / 4x 32 PSU. The PSU has been characterized as a variable … Continue reading
AMERICAN TECHNOLOGIES NETWORK CORP. ATN AT SHOT SHOW 2015
American Technologies Network Corp. (ATN) has been supply advanced high technology optics for just about 20 years. The company calls South San Francisco, CA home. I recently had the opportunity to review the company’s Shot Trak HD, weapon mounted camera, … Continue reading
HARRIS TO ACQUIRE EXELIS FOR $4.75B
Over a year ago, I alerted our readers to the upcoming consolidation in sectors of the Defense Industry, resulting from Sequester. A prognosis that is unfolding even as I write this. Harris communications has just wrapped up a deal to … Continue reading
HENSOLDT AT SHOT SHOW 2015
If military optics had a Who’s Who, Hensoldt would be at the top of that list. I fully recognize the existence of exceptional quality optics in the market; however, if the day comes when I look out of my kitchen … Continue reading
BURRIS XTR-II 2-10 x 42 FFP G2B RETICLE SNEAK PREVIEW
When Burris upgraded their XTR line of optics they held nothing back. The new XTR II optics from Burris feature 34mm tubes, zero lock, first focal plane reticles, side focus and illumination. A good magnified optic became a world class … Continue reading
Bushnell Elite Tactical Hunter LRHS SHOT SHOW 2015
Bushnell introduced the Elite Tactical Hunter at this year’s SHOT SHOW with some very nice features that meet the needs of precision rifle shooters at a mid price point. These scopes feature 30mm tubes, single piece construction, target turrets with … Continue reading
BURRIS ANNOUNCED THREE TACTICAL KITS AT SHOT SHOW 2015
AR-332 Tactical KitThe Burris AR-332’s 3x magnification with the Ballistic CQ™ reticle is perfect for instinctive target acquisition and quick shooting from point blank to intermediate ranges. The black reticle is etched directly onto the prism, with red or green … Continue reading
Burris Upgrades Popular XTR II Riflescope Line
XTR II™ line of tactical riflescopes gets two new reticles for 2015, improved turret knobs and higher magnification models. The new Burris SCR™ (Special Competition Reticle), available in MIL and MOA versions, increases precision for long-range competition without adding clutter … Continue reading
Weaver’s Line Of Tactical Optics At SHOT SHOW 2015
It seems like everyone these days is producing a “tactical” magnified optic with varying degrees of success; Weaver is no exception. This is great news for consumers who don’t want to pay, or can’t pay, for German glass. Prior to … Continue reading
Steiner Introduces ICS “Intelligent” Combat Sight
Steiner’s new “Intelligent” Combat Sight (ICS) integrates a laser rangefinder and a ballistic calculator into a rugged and compact tactical weapons sight. The ICS, a true electro-optical aiming device, provides trajectory compensation by automatically calculating the point of aim based … Continue reading
Laser Devices Is Now Steiner eOptics
We’ve been keeping you up to date with the organizational changes at Burris Optics and Laser Devices Inc. (LDI) as they transition to the Steiner Optics family. In 2012 Laser Devices became a division of Steiner and a member of … Continue reading
Nuclear Protection Security Forces Issued The M150 ACOG
The TA31RCO-M150CP is presently in use by the U.S. Army and SOF units. The optic provides 4x magnification designed specifically for the 14.5 inch M4 carbine. It incorporates a dual illumination system using a combination of fiber optics and self-luminous … Continue reading
Gear Review: Primary Arms 3X Magnifier Gen II
Late in November, of this year, I completed a review of the Primary Arms Micro Dot Fixed Base Gen II red dot sight; I was very much impressed by it. You can read my review here. So, I decided … Continue reading
Gear Review: Bushnell AR Optics 223 1-4 x 24 BTR variable magnification tailored to your AR
With the ever increasing popularity of three gun competitions and the realization that one can only do so much with a red dot sight, I thought I would present to my readers a magnified optic from Bushnell that’s ideally … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Bushnell AR Optics 1-4x 24mm Throw Down PCL FFP Illuminated BTR Reticle
This December, I’ll be bringing you a comprehensive review of Bushnell’s AR Optics 1-4x 24mm Throw Down PCL FFP Illuminated Reticle. I wanted to close out the year with at least one review of a mid priced magnified optic for … Continue reading
ATN Shot Trak HD’s FOV at 50 Yards
One of the things that I’ve tried to communicate in my review (work in progress) of this awesome little camera is how better suited it is to capturing a hunt or shooting session than your normal action cam. So, I … Continue reading
Gear Review: Bushnell AR TRS-25
Before you go out to buy a low priced entry level red dot optic for your AR, I’d like you to read my review of Bushnell’s AR TRS-25. In short, a high performance sight at an entry level price. … Continue reading
French Sniper Platform a la FÉLIN
French FRF2 sniper rifle with SWORD sniper optic that incorporates high magnification, laser range finding functionality and uncooled thermal imaging.
Aimpoint Launches The Micro T-2 Sight
Aimpoint introduced its new Micro T-2 sight at Eurosatory 2014. The T-2 keeps the same compact form factor and mounting compatibility as the highly successful T-1 but that is where similarities end. The most important development in this new sight … Continue reading
MEPRO Meslas and LRF Modules
MEPRO has been steadily adding to its electro optical line with integrated targeting systems like its new MESLAS and the growing array of eye safe erbium glass LRF modules like its LRF-20-70. Of particular interest to our readers is the … Continue reading
Silencerco Announces Strategic Partnership With Eurooptic
June 2, 2014 Beginning immediately, consumers will be able to purchase SilencerCo’s market-leading firearm sound suppressors and accessories through one of the top premium distributors in the gun industry. Eurooptic – known as the largest online vendor of … Continue reading
US Optics Will Make Available The Horus H50 Reticule On Its SR-8C and SR-4C Scopes
KEY FEATURES For the rifleman who engages targets near and far. Close targets are rapidly eliminated by using the bold aiming ring when the scope is set at its lowest power. For difficult long range targets the shooter puts … Continue reading
L3’s Integrated Optical System
The folks at L3 have been busy in the skunk works department coming up with a tool that precision shooters will appreciate. The device sitting on top of the Barrett is the L3 Integrated Optical Systems. There are proprietary components … Continue reading
ATN Announces PS28 Night Vision Optic
ATN’s PS28 mounts in front of a traditional day optic. The typical installation does not require re-zeroing of the day optic so converting from day to night vision is as simple as mounting the PS28 to the objective bell of … Continue reading
TRACKINGPOINT Precision Guided Firearms
Trackingpoint Labs, Austin, TX, introduced a couple of years ago technology that it markets under the trade name of XactSystem. The system consists of several assemblies, the electronic weapon trigger, laser range finder, ballistic computer and image processor all integrated … Continue reading
Bushnell Announces The Elite Long Range Hunting Scope
The scope is 3-12 x 44 with a 30mm tube, and it’s the first member of the brand new Elite Long Range Hunter family of riflescopes offered by Bushnell. Its origins are clearly tactical, and was developed along the highly … Continue reading
The American Technologies Network Corp. (ATN) Launches ARES
ARES is ATN’s latest addition to their line of night vision weapon mounted sights. The ARES series of weapon sights is more compact, rugged and easy to use. It uses a more sensitive sensor and a high quality image tube … Continue reading
ATN Unveils The ATN X-Sight Rifle Scopes.
The ATN X-Sight ships in 3-12x and 5-18X configurations. The X-Sight rifle uses a low-light HD sensor to provide a high quality, high resolution image. The X-Sight operates using menu driven software that allows the user to choose from several … Continue reading
US Optics Has Introduced Three New Horus Reticles For 2014
U.S. Optics announced today the introduction of three new Horus Vision reticles for 2014. The Horus Vision H102 is featured in the ER and LR series line of rifle scopes, the H130 is featured in the SR-8 series line of … Continue reading
Leupold & Stevens To Debut The TS-32X1 Reticle At SHOT SHOW
Leupold & Stevens has announced a new reticle that looks really interesting, the TS-32X1 MOA based reticle. This new reticle allows for a precise holdover and wind correction without the need to adjust your turrets. The TS-32X1 has 32 MOA … Continue reading
ARSENAL Inc. Releases the SM-13 Optics Mount
ARSENAL Inc. has announce the release of their new optic mount the SM-13. Some of the unique characteristics include a low profile that wraps around the receiver dust cover placing the optic directly above the bore centerline while keeping the … Continue reading
Leupold Warns of Counterfeited Mark 4® Riflescopes Surfacing
Counterfeited Leupold Mark 4® riflescopes and more recently, counterfeited Leupold Prismatic riflescopes have begun to arrive with increasing regularity at the firm’s Beaverton, Oregon, headquarters for service. These products are not manufactured by Leupold and are not covered by the … Continue reading
A Funduscopic Examination Of The Precision Guided Firearm (PGF)
All branches of the military are looking to improve a sniper’s performance through the implementation of technology. In addition to field craft like land navigation, concealment and movement a sniper team, which generally consists of a sniper and a spotter, … Continue reading
Russia’s Ratnik “Future Soldier Uniforms” Closer To Implementation.
Following France’s foot steps Russia’s military may soon have a fully integrated soldier system designated Ratnik. Ratnik is a subset of our, now debunked, FCS, Future Combat Systems. This represents a major inflection point in Russia’s approach to its military. … Continue reading
ATN’s Odin-14 Thermal Imaging Monocular
American Technologies Network Corp., has introduced the Odin-14 Thermal Monocular, one of the smallest thermal imaging monocular system currently on the market. The Odin-14 uses high-grade polymers and miniature thermal imaging sensor technology, to achieve compactness and light weight. The … Continue reading
Picatinny Rail Adapter For The REDRING® Optical Sight Is Now Available.
Redring® USA LLC, importer and distributor of Redring® optical shotgun sight, introduces the Redring® Picatinny Rail Adaptor that fits on any tactical shotgun or rifle with a Picatinny rail. The Picatinny Rail Adaptor is made of rugged anodized aluminum and … Continue reading
TrackingPoint’s Official Product Trailer.
The folks at TrackingPoint have developed the next generation optic for hunting rifles and numerous other applications. They have release a video trailer of their Precision Guided Firearms. The trailer footage was shot during field testing in snow and at … Continue reading
US Army To Acquire Additional Thermal Weapon Sights From Raytheon
Raytheon announced that it was selected by the U.S. Army to supply thermal weapon sights (TWS). The award has a maximum potential value of $131 million. The contract is not new business, but a three year extension to the existing … Continue reading
Burris Eliminator II and Eliminator III Laser Range Finding Scopes Now Shipping.
The Eliminator family of optics incorporate laser ranging to the target and windage estimation for your particular cartridge. The shooter first ranges the target. Once the target has been ranged a red dot illuminates the holdover or holdunder point for the … Continue reading
KRISS® USA ONLINE STORE UP AND RUNNING…
The KRISS® e-shop offers the latest KRISS® Arms accessories, special packages and KRISS® Arms apparel. Customers can create accounts on site that will expedite the check-out process for purchasing, store multiple shipping addresses and view and track orders. With a KRISS® … Continue reading
