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(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Sightmark is proud to announce the release of new Wolverine Red Dot Sight models. Already known for their 1,000,000 hour battery life and robust rubber armored construction, the Wolverine family is happy to welcome 4 new models to the popular line; Wolverine FSR LQD (SM26020-LQD), Wolverine CSR LQD (SM26021-LQD), Wolverine FSR Dark […]
The law enforcement agency that I work for has a patrol rifle program. They issue DMRO M16A1 to each post and they must be signed in and out. The agency has authorized officers to carry their own rifles if they meet certain criteria. I selected to carry my own rifle and was on the hunt […]
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) There’s no denying that FLIR had a big year in 2016. Indeed, the Wilsonville, Oregon-based manufacturer acquired Armasight in a deal worth $41 million. Naturally, the industry took notice. We certainly did, which is why we made it a point to swing by the FLIR booth at SHOT Show this year, […]
(Article courtesy of Breach Bang Clear) Thermal in your Pocket: Leupold’s LTO Richard Kilgore One of the coolest gadgets we got to play with at SHOT was a new thermal imager from Leupold called the LTO-Tracker. This piece was designed for hunters to have more success in the field by better understanding their surroundings and […]
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) Remember TangoDown’s awesome iO cover for the Aimpoint T-1? Well, they’re now making one exclusively for the Trijicon MRO. RELATED STORY: AR Optics – 12 Sights & Scopes to Make Every Shot Count According to TangoDown, the iO protective body armor features integral snug-fitting lens caps capable of being opened or […]
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – When targets are extreme distances away, many important variables come into play for a successful shot. Designed specifically for competition shooting and hunting, the Sightmark Core SX 10-40×56 CBR Riflescope (SM13081CBR) delivers big on long-range precision for serious shooters. Built from hard-anodized 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum, the durable Core SX 10-40×56 CBR boasts […]
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – When achieving victory is necessary, even in darkness, the Firefield Vigilance 1-8×16 Digital Night Vision Monocular (FF18000) delivers in a compact package. Able to run day or night, the lightweight and ergonomic Vigilance Digital Night Vision Monocular is built for a variety of outdoor applications. Featuring full color daytime mode and black […]
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) Aimpoint, the originator and worldwide leader in red dot sighting technology, has announced the release of the new Aimpoint Micro S-1 sight at SHOW Show 2017. Designed specifically for use on shotguns with a ventilated rib, the Micro S-1 greatly enhances hit percentage for waterfowl and upland bird hunters, on […]
(Article originally published on Tactical Life) Optics fail. That’s why you need to make sure your rifle has Plan B—backup sights for quick aiming. Sometimes called backup iron sights, or BUIS, these are go-to targeting aids for when your glass fails or become inoperable. Backup sights are also handy at close range, where a high-magnification […]
While there are a number of quality optics manufacturers, few enjoy name brand recognition as widespread as Leupold and Stevens, Inc. Â A fifth generation family run business, the Beaverton, Oregon based corporation has annual sales exceeding $160 million and employs over 700 people. Â Leupold has long been known for their quality optics and “Gold Ring” […]