SIG Sauer Introduces the XRAY5, Its First Solid-State Matrix Pistol Red Dot
SIG Sauer's XRAY5 replaces the moving emitter of conventional red dots with a 225-dot solid-state matrix and a new approach to zeroing called Digital Zero.
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Optic reviews and buyer's guides — red dots, LPVOs, rifle scopes, holographic sights, and magnifiers compared.
Trijicon Launches the REAP-IR-50, Its First In-House Thermal Riflescope
Trijicon's REAP-IR-50 uses a 1024x768 sensor built entirely in-house, a first for the optics maker and a step up from today's 640-class hunting thermals.
SIG Sauer Launches the KILO Micro, Its Smallest Laser Rangefinder Yet
SIG Sauer's KILO Micro LRF packs GEN II LIGHTWAVE DSP ranging past 1,000 yards into a 3.4-ounce, 2.7-inch body — available now at $249.99.
Primary Arms Ships Two 34mm FFP Scopes in the PLxC Long-Range Line
Primary Arms is shipping the PLxC 2.5-20x48 and 4.5-36x56, two 34mm first-focal-plane precision scopes with Japanese ED glass and a new Cartridge Turret System.
Scalarworks Redesigns the LEAP/08 With No-Gap Rings, LevelDrive, and KICK Compatibility
Scalarworks has rolled out a fully redesigned LEAP/08 30mm QD scope mount with No-Gap Split-Rings, an integrated LevelDrive leveling system, and KICK ecosystem compatibility.
Vortex Turns the Pro Cantilever Mount Into a Modular Accessories Platform
Vortex Optics has expanded its Pro Cantilever Mount into a full accessories system with offset, overhead, and Diving Board attachments for running multiple devices on one base.
The Best Thermal Scopes — and What Sensor Resolution Actually Buys You
Thermal scopes are the most expensive optic most hunters will ever buy, and the spec that drives the price is the one buyers understand least. Here is what sensor resolution actually changes, and which scope fits which job.
The Best Prism Scopes — and Why They Beat a Red Dot for Astigmatism
A prism scope puts an etched reticle inside the glass, which is why it looks sharp to eyes that see a red dot as a smear. Here is what the format does well and where it stops making sense.
The Best Long Range Scopes for Precision Rifles and Hunting Rigs
Long range glass is where the optic stops being an accessory and starts being the limiting factor on the rifle. Here is what separates a scope that tracks from one that merely magnifies.
Hawke Optics Launches the Vantage HD 30 SF, Seven Illuminated Scopes for Hunters
Hawke Optics has introduced the Vantage HD 30 SF, a seven-scope riflescope line with zero-stop, locking turrets, and 11-layer H2 optics for hunters.
Osight Opens Reservations for the Osight-R Enclosed Rifle Red Dot
Osight has opened reservations for the Osight-R, an enclosed-emitter rifle red dot on the Aimpoint T1/T2 footprint, with public sale opening September 21.
Gideon Optics Drops a Direct-Mount Valor Mini for Glock Gen 6 ORS
Gideon Optics launches a Gen 6 ORS-native Valor Mini enclosed red dot on September 4, skipping the factory adapter plates entirely.