Category Archives: sights

Go Dark with Professional-Grade Clip-On Thermal-Imaging Capability

Posted on Wednesday, 14 June, 2017 by

When an entire operation could depend on a single trigger pull, professionals choose Armasight by FLIR Apollo Pro thermal clip-on weapon sights WILSONVILLE, OR (June 13, 2017) – The stakes can be life or death whenever a soldier, law enforcement … Continue reading →

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Sightmark’s Ultra Shot M-Spec, Now With Real Carbon Fiber!

Posted on Monday, 12 June, 2017 by

  (MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Hunters, competition shooters and law enforcement have come to trust Sightmark’s Ultra Shot M-Spec series to help them make their mark. Now, this dependable line of reflex sights is adding a new variant to the mix: … Continue reading →

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Firefield Impact Reflex Sights

Posted on Monday, 12 June, 2017 by

  (MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Aside from the space between your ears and a good rifle, a reliable weapon sight is one of the most critical elements of mission equipment you can carry. Firefield understands how much you depend on a … Continue reading →

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LINQ™ WIRELESS GREEN LASER SIGHT & TACTICAL LIGHT FOR AK-TYPE RIFLES

Posted on Thursday, 11 May, 2017 by

Crimson Trace has announced the availability of the LINQ wireless laser/light system for the AK pattern rifles. The new LNQ-103G will fit all stamped receiver rifles. It will also fit the Springfield Armory M1A SOCOM 16CQB. LiNQ™ combines a green … Continue reading →

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CRIMSON TRACE LG-443G-HBT-43. A GREEN AIMING LASER KIT FOR YOUR GLOCK 43

Posted on Tuesday, 11 April, 2017 by

By offering the Laserguard aiming sight in a package that includes an excellent Blade Tech Klipt holster, CTC has effectively eliminated any excuse you may have for depriving yourself of the finest laser aiming sight on the global market. Read … Continue reading →

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Aimpoint Joins Forces with Tatiana Whitlock

Posted on Friday, 7 April, 2017 by

  Manassas, VA – April 5, 2017 – Aimpoint, the worldwide leader in reflex sight technology, is proud to announce their new brand ambassador Tatiana Whitlock. She is a nationally recognized firearms instructor, martial arts practitioner, and subject matter expert … Continue reading →

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Aimpoint Receives U.S. Army Contract for Optical Sights

Posted on Thursday, 23 March, 2017 by

  Manassas, VA – March 22, 2017 – Aimpoint, the worldwide leader in reflex sight technology, has been awarded a contract for supply of 30,000 M68 Close Combat Optics (M68CCO) to the U.S. Army. The Aimpoint CompM4s sight is type-classified … Continue reading →

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Sightmark Unveils New Wolverine Red Dots

Posted on Monday, 27 February, 2017 by

  (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 … Continue reading →

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Advantage Tactical’s Dark Diamond Night Sight Now Available for CZ 75 and S&W M&P Pistols

Posted on Wednesday, 22 February, 2017 by

Santa Fe, NM (February 2017) – Advantage Tactical Sights, a maker of innovative, accurate sights that allow rapid target acquisition, announces its revolutionary Dark Diamond Night Sight (ATS-DD) now available for two more pistol models; the CZ 75 in 9mm … Continue reading →

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IDF Lt. Col. (Ret) Mickey Hartman and the MH1 Weapon Sight

Posted on Tuesday, 14 February, 2017 by

You would be hard pressed to find a more likeable and gregarious individual than IDF Lt. Col. (Ret) Mickey Hartman; for me, every encounter with Mickey has been a learning experience and he loves to teach. Were I to serve … Continue reading →

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STEINER OPTICS NEW FOR 2017

Posted on Thursday, 12 January, 2017 by

R1X Red Dot Tactical Sight Reticle can be instantly changed from single red dot to 3-dot stadia Ideal for military and law enforcement Low-profile red dot sight designed for AR and patrol rifle platforms Available in standard and QD mounts … Continue reading →

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THOR-HD HAS A NEW FIRMWARE UPDATE

Posted on Tuesday, 13 December, 2016 by

Here are a few improvements included in the newest firmware update: Neutral pixel correction Automatic pixel correction improvement Image quality improvement DOWNLOAD FIRMWARE

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BURRIS AR-332 and AR-536 Prism Sights

Posted on Monday, 12 December, 2016 by

The 3x AR-332 and the 5x AR-536 use a glass prism instead of a series of lenses to reflect and magnify the image, which gives great optical clarity in far less space, making the Burris AR prism sights compact and … Continue reading →

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Sightmark Wolfhound 3×24 Prism Sight: NTOA Tested and Recommended!

Posted on Thursday, 27 October, 2016 by

MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Sightmark is proud to announce the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) has completed testing of the Sightmark Wolfhound 3×24 Prism Sight (SM13025), resulting in the esteemed organization’s recommendation of the Wolfhound to its professional law enforcement members. … Continue reading →

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NTOA Tests and Recommends Sightmark Ultra Shot M-Spec Reflex Sight!

Posted on Wednesday, 12 October, 2016 by

Sightmark announced product performance results of the Sightmark Ultra Shot M-Spec Reflex Sight (SM26005), as reviewed by the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA). NTOA is a premier training resource and tactics development organization catering to law enforcement professionals nationwide. The … Continue reading →

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Sightmark’s Wolverine Red Dot Scopes

Posted on Tuesday, 11 October, 2016 by

Sightmark’s Wolverine Red Dot Scopes deliver uncompromising clarity, lightning fast target acquisition and sharp red-dot clarity in a rugged yet lightweight and compact rubber-armored housing. The shockproof, fogproof, nitrogen-purged, IP67-waterproof Sightmark Wolverine is available in two models, the FSR 1×28 … Continue reading →

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Bushnell Introduces AK Optics Red Dot and Riflescope Sighting Systems For The AK-47 Platform

Posted on Friday, 12 August, 2016 by

  Bushnell has introduced a pair of sighting solutions aimed at the AK-47 platform, the AK Optics 1-4 X 24mm magnified optic and the AK 1 x 25 Red Dot with 3 MOA dot. The AK Optics 1-4X 24mm Riflescope … Continue reading →

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ATN Activates the X-Sight II’s Smart Shooting Solution

Posted on Wednesday, 10 August, 2016 by

South San Francisco, Calif. (August 2016) –ATN, innovators of advanced night vision, thermal imaging and digital Smart HD optics for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, military and law enforcement, is pleased to announce its latest firmware update (V2 1.05.619) for the X-Sight … Continue reading →

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MEET THE STEINER INTEGRATED COMBAT SIGHT (ICS)

Posted on Thursday, 30 June, 2016 by

Developed by Steiner as part of the NATO “Soldier of the Future” program, the ICS uses an integrated laser rangefinder and automatic ballistic calculator to quickly provide the correct aim point, regardless of distance. The ICS is a medium to … Continue reading →

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Advantage Tactical Sights Dark Diamond Night Sight

Posted on Tuesday, 3 May, 2016 by

  Santa Fe, NM (May 2016) – Advantage Tactical Sights, a maker of innovative, accurate sights that allow rapid target acquisition, is pleased to announce its new Dark Diamond Night Sight (ATS-DD). The ATS-DD is the first iron sight that … Continue reading →

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Steiner M536 5X Tactical Sight

Posted on Friday, 26 February, 2016 by

Close and medium range engagements require lightweight, quick-to-point sights. The lean M536 provides a fast, clear aiming point in all light conditions and battlefield scenarios. An oversized, 36 mm objective lens gathers more light for a brighter image, 5x magnification … Continue reading →

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Larry Vickers And Aimpoint U.S.A. Present Some Red Dot Sights With Interesting Backgrounds…

Posted on Monday, 11 January, 2016 by

  Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical is a retired US Army 1st SFOD- Delta combat veteran with years of experience in the firearms industry as a combat marksmanship instructor and industry consultant. In recent years he has hosted tactical firearms … Continue reading →

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Steiner Acquires STS AND DIFFRACTION LTD

Posted on Thursday, 7 January, 2016 by

Steiner officially announces that it has acquired two U.S. companies, the Sensor Systems Division of The O’Gara Group. The group is comprised of Sensor Technology Systems (STS) and Diffraction LTD. For more than 25 years, STS and Diffraction have provided … Continue reading →

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Kinetic Concealment Adds Value Red-Dot Sight

Posted on Wednesday, 16 December, 2015 by

(Jackson, TN) – Kinetic Concealment, makers of the patent pending neoprene-backed leather hybrid holster, is proud to announce the edition of their new RD-01 Red Dot Sight to their accessory line of products. The Kinetic Concealment Red Dot sight is … Continue reading →

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FBI Selects Aimpoint Micro T2 and H2 As The Standard Issue Weapon Sight

Posted on Monday, 30 November, 2015 by

  Chantilly, VA – November 24, 2015 Aimpoint, the originator and worldwide leader in electronic red-dot sighting technology, has announced that the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is now issuing Aimpoint Micro Series Sights to agents in the Hostage … Continue reading →

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Meprolight Selected by Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to Supply Red Dot Sights

Posted on Tuesday, 24 November, 2015 by

Meprolight – a leading manufacturer of electro-optical systems, thermal and night vision equipment, Laser Range Finder systems, and Self-Illuminated sights for military, law enforcement and civil applications – was selected by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) as the sole supplier … Continue reading →

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Hartman MH1 Reflex Sight

Posted on Saturday, 14 November, 2015 by

Tullytown, Pa. (November 2015)- Hartman Ltd., a new innovative optics company, is proud to announce the ultimate red dot reflex sight: the MH1. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of worldwide armed forces, law enforcement and sportsman alike, the MH1 … Continue reading →

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L3 EOTech AND THE USSOCOM SAFETY OF USE MESSAGE

Posted on Monday, 9 November, 2015 by

There’s a lot hubbub surrounding the September 2015 USSOCOM Safety of Use Message  identifying L3-EOTech Enhanced Combat Optical Sights (ECOS) SU- 231/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-533-0941, SU-231A/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-587-9345, SU-231D/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-591-7601, SU-253/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-566-2844, and SU-264/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-590-7763. One of the … Continue reading →

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Primary Arms ACSS Reticle Dissected

Posted on Friday, 28 August, 2015 by

This week’s shoot-the-shit is a super presentation  by one of YouTube’s best reviewers Mrgunsandgear. In this video, he engages Dimitri from Primary Arms, the ACSS designer, and guides the viewer through every aspect of this very capable reticle. The ACSS … Continue reading →

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MAGPUL MBUS Pro Enhanced Front Sight Post Now Shipping

Posted on Wednesday, 26 August, 2015 by

    Magpul Industries is now shipping the enhanced front sight posts. They replace the standard MBUS Pro  or Pro Offset Sight post with a choice of an upgraded version. The MBUS Pro Enhanced Front Sight Post offers the option … Continue reading →

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Trijicon Announced Its MRO™ (Miniature Rifle Optic)

Posted on Friday, 14 August, 2015 by

The MRO is a sealed miniature reflex sight intended for use on rifles, carbines and shotguns to provide fast target acquisition. The large aperture and tapered light path maximizes the viewing area and allows for better situational awareness and fast … Continue reading →

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RHEINMETALL VARIO-RAY

Posted on Monday, 10 August, 2015 by

Rheinmetall has introduce the Vario-Ray (LLM-VR) weapon aiming system and illuminator. The system employs a co-axial visible and IR laser aiming module; once the visible laser is dialed in the IR laser is also aligned. It attaches to any small … Continue reading →

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Steiner Intelligent Combat Sight (ICS)

Posted on Tuesday, 14 July, 2015 by

Steiner has just released their Intelligent Combat Sight or ICS. The ruggedized sight features and integrated laser range finder, weapon sight and ballistic computer optimized for the 7.62x51mm cartridge.  The  ICS is a fixed 6 x 40 optic and true … Continue reading →

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Post a Hunting Photo with Dad and Win Two X-Sight Rifle Scopes From ATN

Posted on Monday, 15 June, 2015 by

South San Francisco, Calif. (June 2015) – American Technologies Network Corp. (ATN), innovators of advanced night vision, thermal imaging and digital Smart HD optics for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, military and law enforcement, is pleased to announce a new photo contest, … Continue reading →

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XS Sights® Teams With To Produce SilencerCo-Branded Raised Sights

Posted on Monday, 8 June, 2015 by

Optimized for use with pistol suppressors, SilencerCo’s Raised Sights offer a wide range of unique features to ensure reliable and user-friendly performance. Shaped Rear Sight for Single-Handed Manipulation Anti-Glare Serrations on Rear Sight Snag-Free Design Ideal for Concealed Carry Wide … Continue reading →

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SOFIC 2015 Troy Industries, Inc.

Posted on Friday, 22 May, 2015 by

Troy Industries was exhibiting at this year’s SOFIC Conference in Tampa, FL. They were on of several accessories exhibitors attracting a lot of attention. Their booth was continuously busy with visitors. I was particularly interested in the company’s offset sights. … Continue reading →

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Aimpoint Announces Its New MICRO H-2 Hunting Sight

Posted on Monday, 11 May, 2015 by

Chantilly, VA – May 11, 2015 – Aimpoint has announced the addition of the new Micro H-2 sight to the company’s commercial product line. The Micro H-2 will be available for shipment in August 2015, and will be offered alongside … Continue reading →

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DARPA Releases Updated Video of EXACTO

Posted on Wednesday, 29 April, 2015 by

  The Extreme Accuracy Tasked Ordnance (EXACTO) program was initiated to develop a sniper system that makes engaging moving targets more predictable. The fundamental sniper problem is that a missed shot will alert combatants of their presence; therefore, successful single … Continue reading →

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Gear Review: Steiner eOptics MBS-AA Borelight

Posted on Wednesday, 22 April, 2015 by

Laser bore sights have gotten a bum rap over the years but the reality is that not all bore sighting tools are not created equal. In this review, I’ve taken a look at a military grade precision bore sighting tool … Continue reading →

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The U.S. ARMY IS LOOKING FOR A CLIP-ON THERMAL SIGHT FOR SNIPERS

Posted on Monday, 30 March, 2015 by

The U.S. Army Contracting Command issued a solicitation dated 17 March 2015 seeking what it designates as the Family of Weapon Sights – Sniper or FWS. The new thermal sight will work across all sniper system platforms including the M24, … Continue reading →

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