Optics Reviews
Vortex Binoculars: A Review of the Triumph 10x42mm Binos
Vortex's Triumph HD 10x42mm binoculars currently sell for $99.99 at Gunmag Warehouse. In addition to that great price, there is a 15% off coupon as this is being written. For that price, you cannot possibly beat these binoculars! In the end, they may not be fancy, but they sure do get the job done.
An optic on your rifle is a good idea these days and they don't have to be expensive to get quality. Here's our top five affordable rifle optics.
Budget Rifle Scope Comparison: Vortex Crossfire II vs. Sig Buckmasters
We put two scopes at similar price points up against each other: the Vortex Crossfire II and Sig Buckmasters. Do we have a favorite? Can we have a favorite? Let's find out.
Vortex Sparc II Red Dot Optic: Is It Still Being Made?
If you are looking for a compact red dot for your AR-15 or shotgun, I'd take a serious look at the Sparc II or one of the newer AR and Solar models.
Sightmark Wraith HD Digital Rifle Scope
For a digital optic that sells in the $400-$500 range, the Sightmark Wraith is a great deal. If you want a digital scope but don’t want to shell out a bunch of money, this is the perfect option.
Sig Sauer Buckmaster 10x42mm Binoculars: High Quality, Good Price
A surefire gift for a family member can be hard to come by but you’re in luck if they’re outdoorsy in any sense. Sig Sauer offers their 10x42mm binoculars at a modest price for a high-quality product.
Review: ATN ThOR 4 640 2.5-25X
Thermal optics have come a long way and ATN has been a huge part of making them affordable. Here's a look at the ATN ThOR 4 640, a relatively affordable, but well-performing thermal scope.
It’s hard to beat the testing and real-life field use of a product of the US Armed Forces. When a soldier performs weapons training or carries a weapon into the battlefield, it receives the ultimate test. It’s hard to duplicate that level of wear and tear on a product. Three popular optics companies that have endured such stress include Aimpoint, Trijicon (ACOG), and EOTech. Compared to other optics out there, however, the EOTech 512 is on the bulky side. It hasn’t really changed a lot since it was first introduced.
Red Dot Magnifier: Is It Still Relevant?
A red dot magnifier is a great tool if using a red dot on a rifle. However, have LPVOs taken its place? Let's discuss the role of the magnifier in the LPVO age.
Vortex Solo Monocular: Durable and Affordable
A monocular is an important piece of equipment for any firearms collection. Whether looking for hits on a target or to identify game in the field, the Vortex Solo is priced right and perfect to fill that role.