Optics Reviews
Red Dot Showdown: Swampfox Sentinel II vs Vortex Defender-CCW
Searching for a micro-reflex sight is somewhat frustrating with so many companies producing them. If you don’t know what you’re looking for, you could end up with a cheap red dot that won’t last through the week. But don’t worry; there are some great quality optics out there that sell for a reasonable price. Let's discuss two of them.
Flip-to-Side Magnifier or Illuminated Prism Scope?
With all the options we have today, settling with one type of optic is not something we should be expected to do, right? We have red dots and rifle scopes, and for medium distances, LPVOs, and prism scopes. But, it can be hard to determine which setup is right for you. Let's take a look at magnifiers and prism scope setups and determine some of the pros and cons of each.
Review: Vortex Venom LPVO SFP 1-6X24 Rifle Scope
Vortex has released their new LPVO by way of the Venom SFP 1-6x24 with an AR-BDC3 illuminated reticle, true 1x magnification, and many other features. For this review, the Venom was put through, heat, cold, dropping, and range testing. After the abuse, how did this optic fair?
Red Dot Showdown: Aimpoint ACO vs Sig Romeo 7
These days, optics come in all shapes and sizes, with some selling for as little as $99, while others exceed $1,000. Today, we'll take a look at two well-known "budget" optics and find out whether one is better than the other.
Sig Romeo 4T: Durability in a Small Footprint
The Sig Romeo 4T is a fantastic addition to the current collective of rifle red dot optics. While Sig is a relatively new name in the optics game, this red dot has every feature you can imagine and is nothing short of Sig quality.
The Versatility of the Holosun HS503R Red Dot Sight
The Holosun HS503R red dot is a versatile optic for long guns. I've got this on an AK build I'm working on, and the small footprint and capable 2 MOA dot make it the perfect addition.
The Vortex Strike Eagle FFP LPVO: Maximum Flexibility
Low Power Variable Optics (LPVO) are all the rage in some circles, and with good reason. Used properly, a good LPVO provides many of the advantages afforded by a red dot. This, while allowing the shooter to easily range far beyond a standard red dot’s capabilities, offers maximum flexibility in dynamic environments. A recent high-profile […]
Vortex Spitfire 3X Prism Scope: The Poor Mans ACOG?
The Vortex Spitfire 3X Prism Scope is a rugged, reliable, and affordable alternative to an ACOG. Here's how it withstands the Freeze, Bake, Soak, Drop test.
The Warne Offset Mount and 45 Degree Red Dots
Micro-sized dots have become a popular backup sight option on rifles with magnified optics. To master this offset technique, you need the right mount. Today we have a mount from Warne that does it just right!
Shield Sights SMSc: Features, Advantages, and Performance
Is the Shield Sights SMSc a quality, durable red dot sight (RDS)? We've been able to put it through the paces. Read on for details about the optic's features and how it performed.