Optics & Scopes

My eyes are getting older, along with the rest of me. I just celebrated a birthday…which one, I won’t say but if it were the last two numbers in a year in the 20th century, the Beatles’ “Sgt. Pepper” album would have just been released. What does this have to do with red dot sights? ... Read more

The vast majority of casual firearm users might not ever consider using any anything other than the traditional iron sights on their shotguns. I mean, most people don’t think of shotguns as firearms that are meant to be aimed and are more of a point in the general vicinity and pull the trigger type weapon. ... Read more

The classic .30-30 rifle has been an American staple since the closing years of the 19th century. Still going strong today, the iconic .30-30 levergun is a part of our cultural heritage, and a traditional hunting and sport shooting rifle for countless people. Given the ubiquitous nature of this rifle, it is no wonder people ... Read more

While it can be loads of fun to tinker with the newest and most innovative hunting rifles, sticking to simple pieces for a fun afternoon can be just as satisfying. The Marlin Model 60 rifle is one of our go-to choices for no-hassle hunting. When looking for the best scope for Marlin 60 rifles, one ... Read more

Most tactical shooters employ various red dot technology on their tactical firearms. For the most part, these sights simply function as iron sights and do not provide any form of magnification. The red dot magnifier allows the shooter to add magnification to his red dot sights and gives the versatility of more accurate long range ... Read more

The AR-10 is the bigger, more powerful brother of the well known AR-15. Commonly chambered in .308 Winchester/7.62 NATO, it is becoming increasingly popular, and by extension more affordable. Because these powerhouse rifles shoot well known long range rounds, and are useful for hunting, benchrest shooting, and tactical purposes, it is important to select the ... Read more

If you own a Smith and Wesson M&P Shield, you probably have it for some tactical and defensive purposes, right? If so, you should definitely look into buying a set of M&P Shield sights for nighttime use. We’ve put together a list of what we think are the best Shield night sights, and we’ll let ... Read more

A 3×9 scope should be a staple of any avid hunter. The power magnification range is perfect for the sport, with the lower end providing the minimal magnification needed for close range shots and the higher end being optimal for longer range distances. A 3-9×40 scope not only gives a hunter exactly what he needs ... Read more

The idea of scout rifles, and in turn scout scopes, really gained a following in the 1980’s when Col. Jeff Cooper proposed a multi purpose rifle able to bring down any large game. The scout scope, as envisioned by the Colonel, was to be set forward above the receiver and be light, compact, and low ... Read more

The M14 and the semi automatic variant currently sold by Springfield Armory under the name M1A have long had a popular following in the United States. Because of the long range, hard hitting potential of this rifle, there has also been a fifty plus year quest to find the best scope for the M1A rifle. ... Read more

The 1-6 scope is an all around versatile scope that can be used from running through 3-gun competitions, tactical situations, or even in the field hunting game. These scopes are becoming even more popular for AR firearms where higher powered optics are needed than the traditional iron sights. What the 1X-6X scope provides is a ... Read more

While rifles serve many uses, sometimes the classics are best for the classic function: good, old fashioned hunting. The Marlin 336 is an astounding rifle that has been taking down deer for the last 65 years. While we have covered some of the best scopes for automatic rifles, finding the right scope for an oldie ... Read more

The purpose and uses of handguns has come quite a long way, especially in recent history. The appearance of mini reflex sights is becoming increasingly popular. Mostly thanks to the competitive industry, more and more scope and sight brands are coming out with their best technology in mini form. We did some scrounging around online, ... Read more

If you have your hands on a (legal) M4 carbine rifle, it’s safe to assume you want to invest in some equally high quality and effective accessories for this fun tactical weapon. There are a lot of options for an M4 scope, especially online, so we’ve sifted through the best of the best for you. ... Read more

If you frequently visit the shooting range or hunting grounds, it’s likely you have a dot reticle scope on your firearm. Many shooters don’t like to mess too much with their scope during shooting, since this can obviously screw up your zero and allover accuracy. Investing in a good 1-3X magnifier is a solid solution ... Read more

There are a variety of shooting applications that a 1-4X variable powered scope can be a perfect match. A large number of tactical rifle users enjoy having a variable powered scope rather than using more open or CQB sights. A lot of hunters also prefer a 1-4X powered scope in the field rather than a ... Read more