We took Armasight’s Commander 640 thermal weapon sight and Warden 640 thermal monocular into a West Texas night hunt where game cams love to lie. The thermals did not. Here’s what impressed me, what annoyed me, and how the rig performed when hogs finally showed.
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Bushmaster 450 BM SD Review Big Bore AR That Hits
Published: March 2, 2026 { 0 comments }Bushmaster’s 450 BM SD is a straight wall hammer that carries like an AR-15, hits like a sledge, and stays manageable thanks to smart parts and a good recoil pad.
Squirrel Hunting Guns: Pros and Cons
Published: March 2, 2026 { 0 comments }In most states, your squirrel hunting gun needs can be covered with either a rimfire rifle, a shotgun, or a muzzleloader. But which one do you choose?
Cutting Edge Bullets: A Tribute to Mark Hampton
Published: March 2, 2026 { 1 comment }In a tribute to handgun hunter Mark Hampton, I use Cutting Edge Bullets to hunt in Mark’s honor.
Lucky Duck XHDi Spinner That Won’t Flare Birds
Published: March 2, 2026 { 0 comments }We ran the Lucky Duck XHDi through real hunts and ugly weather. The flocked wings park black-up on command, the 2.0 remote just works, and the waterproof battery box plus long stake make this spinner a steady killer.
Simple Gourmet: Spiced Black Bear Steaks
Published: March 2, 2026 { 5 comments }There’s a brown paper bag in my freezer right now whose sole purpose is to keep me from seeing the last two pieces of Antelope meat from last fall. If I see them, I’ll want to eat them, but I’m keeping them in reserve so I can compare them side by side with black bear meat. I’m trying to figure out which of the two is my favorite.
‘Holy Bleep’ — Young Huntress’ 365-Pound Surprise!
Published: March 2, 2026 { 0 comments }November 22, 2025, was supposed to be a simple ground-morning deer sit in Freedom, New York. Instead, it became the kind of hunt that gets talked about at camp for the next 50 years.
Costa Rica Affirms Its Hunting Ban: Here’s What It Means
Published: March 1, 2026 { 0 comments }If you’re a North American hunter hoping Costa Rica might one day reopen opportunities, this law makes it clear that’s not the direction they’re heading.
Infitac IOL25 Thermal Review: Tiny Body, Big Wins
Published: February 7, 2026 { 0 comments }Tiny body, big utility. The Infitac IOL25 leans into features over raw pixels, delivering QD speed, offset red dot versatility, and a surprising kill flash that actually works.
Primos ICON Calls: Heirloom‑Quality Tools — SHOT Show 2026
Published: February 1, 2026 { 0 comments }These are not mass‑market noise makers. They’re premium instruments built for hunters who care about sound quality, craftsmanship, and longevity.









