Optics/Sights

This hunt was going to be from the Land Cruiser since there was no cover to even consider a stalk and the springbok was covering hundreds of yards each time we tried to get near it. After what seemed like an hour, Dolf decided it was time for me to use some of that ammunition.

When hunting in the western states, the terrain is vast, open and hard to reach. Because of this, optics are an extremely important asset. To be more specific, good optics are important. In order to see bighorn sheep up in the deepest cirques behind the highest peaks, or mule deer feeding out of the dark timber across the canyon, a hunter needs an optic that will provide superior edge to edge clarity, light transmission and resolution to help them claim success in the field. This is where the Leupold SX-5 Santiam HD came into play!

An African safari is just about every hunter’s dream – the ultimate hunting experience. A chance to see and chase game we’ve only seen on TV, online, or in a zoo may seem out of reach or above the average hunter’s paygrade. I recently found out that was not actually the case.

ZCO’s new reticle is designed for the precision rifle shooter, whether that person is in law enforcement or military, civilian rifle competitions or hunting in the field, their system is designed to provide you with an edge over other optics. The MPCT 3’s most noticeable addition is dubbed the “fatal funnel”; to law enforcement, this will sound familiar.

Leupold has made some changes in 2020, including launching a whole line of Performance Eyewear, updating some existing optics and releasing a new archery focused rangefinder to name a few.

Aimpoint’s new CompM5b 2 MOA, released November 2019, is now available for worldwide purchase. The CompM5b is a lightweight rugged red dot that allows users to quickly adjust the reticle to compensate for ballistic drop at multiple distances.

If you are a licensed gunsmith, DIY oriented gun owner, or someone who will inevitably tinker with their equipment, Lyman’s new AccuSight pistol sight tool will be a valuable asset to you for adjusting dovetail pistol sights. This tool is extremely versatile, fitting most pistol slides, including Glock and 1911 styles.

The FLIR PTS736 Thermosight Pro delivers ultra long range thermal detection and comes loaded with new features.

The costs and wait times for the installation of red dot sights has kept many shooters stuck with iron sights. Brimstone Gunsmithing wants to help.