In just over 13 years Vortex Optics has risen from a small sporting goods company in Wisconsin, to a well very respected optics manufacturer. This year at SHOT Show Vortex announced the addition of the Golden Eagle HD 15-60x52mm rifle scope. The Golden Eagle has been specifically designed to deliver accuracy and clarity for long distance shooting. Though many urban or even … [Read more...]
Sig Sauer Tango Series Rifle Scopes
Sig Sauer has been very well-known in the pistol and rifle market for years, but did you know Sig Sauer has recently added rifle scopes to the list of their product offerings? Coming from their Electro-Optics Division, from what we can see the Sig Sauer scopes appear to be high quality models worthy of the Sig Sauer name and consideration by many shooters. The … [Read more...]
F.B.I. Selects Aimpoint Micro Sights
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has made the news once again, as one of the largest American Federal law enforcement agencies has selected the Aimpoint Micro Sights for their elite units. Aimpoint is one of the world's leaders in holographic optics (often referred to as red dot or reflex sights), and their selection is just one more nod of recognition for their … [Read more...]
Nikon P-223 AR-15 Scope
Nikon is one of the most recognizable and impressive optics companies in the world. From some of the most advanced cameras to world-class rifle optics, Nikon is in the top of the list. The Nikon P-223 AR-15 scope is just one of those great optic offerings, and has much to offer in precision shooting with the AR-15. Though not thought of as a precision rifle nearly as much as … [Read more...]
Spudz Pro Optic Cloth by Alpine Innovations
Alpine Innovations is the brain child company of Darren Jones, who has been producing every-day solutions since 2002. What started with the need to fix a muddy fly line has turned into a company focused on providing outdoor enthusiasts with products to make their adventures easier and more efficient. One of those products is the Spudz Pro optic cloth. To help clean lenses … [Read more...]
Tactical Electronics HHIT Flex Camera
Tactical Electronics is one of the primary manufacturers of the optical solutions needed by today's tactical (SWAT) and explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) teams. From extended pole cameras to fiber optic scopes to under the door micro cameras, Tactical Electronics is developing solutions for just about every application. Tactical Electronics has just announced the release of … [Read more...]
FLIR R-Series ThermoSight
FLIR is one of the world's leading developers of infra-red or thermal sighting systems. What was once a purely military technology, infra-red sighting options have been growing in law enforcement for several decades now. However, those FLIR units have typically been large optics mounted to helicopters, vehicles, or robots. The hand-held units have been more directed at … [Read more...]
Tru-Glo TRITON 20mm Reflex Sight
One of the newer reflex dot optic offerings by Tru-Glo is the TRITON 20mm micro optic. The Triton carries most of the features that are in demand by professional shooters, and packages the overall optic in a nicely compact housing. Coming standard with an integrated Weaver-style mounting system, the TRITON also has the option of a 1" Picatinny riser mount as well. Tru-Glo … [Read more...]
TruGlo Triton 30mm Reflex Optic
The TruGlo Triton reflex optic is a red dot reflex optic that seeks to provide a quality product at a reasonable price. Having a similar appearance to several tubular red dot optics on the market, the TruGlo Triton offers several features that may sway a shooter away from more expensive alternatives. TruGlo has produced several important advancements in the optics used by a … [Read more...]
Sightmark Ultra Shot Reflex Sights
Sightmark Ultra Shot Series Reflex Sights Sightmark continues to expand on their line of reflex sights, and I was glad to visit their booth at SHOT Show this year. I'll be posting articles on a couple of Sightmark's new products in coming weeks, but I wanted to take a moment to review the Ultra Shot series of reflex sights that have been on the market for a few years … [Read more...]