From the ground up, the XM157 is an optic that features Vortex’s revolutionary technology, with what many call a “smart scope”.
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Vortex Optics XM157 Overview: The Next Generation Squad Weapon-Fire Control (NGSW-FC)
Published: May 6, 2023 { 5 comments }Vortex Razor HD Gen III 6-36×56 FFP Review
Published: May 1, 2023 { 0 comments }Built rugged and ready for the field, this Razor did not disappoint.
Garmin Xero® A1i PRO Bow Sight: Auto-Ranging, Ballistic Calculating Red Dot
Published: May 1, 2023 { 0 comments }Draw. Range. Shoot. It really is that simple with Garmin’s new “smart” red dot made for bowhunters.
Review: Vortex® Razor® HD 4000 GB Ballistic Laser Rangefinder
Published: April 28, 2023 { 0 comments }Built for extreme hunters and shooters, this angle-compensated ballistic laser rangefinder can quickly calculate customized holds based on uploaded ballistics data.
InfiRay RH25 Multi-Purpose Thermal Monocular
Published: April 3, 2023 { 1 comment }Being able to fill the role of a scanner, clip-on, and dedicated scope puts the RH25 into a category of its own that very few products can compete with.
Understanding Lumens on Weapon Lights and Flashlights
Published: March 26, 2023 { 0 comments }A lumen has a technical definition, but generally speaking, it’s about as bright as a single candle. More importantly for this discussion, a lumen measures the total energy output of a light without regard for beam angle.
Tract Optics – New Contender for the Mid-Price Crown?
Published: March 26, 2023 { 5 comments }The rifle optics game has been changing a lot as of late, one might even say turning on its head.
New: Vortex Defender – CCW™ Red Dot Review
Published: March 16, 2023 { 2 comments }Vortex Optics just announced their all-new Defender-CCW™ red dot pistol sight. This optic is designed to be sturdy and portable for everyday use while boasting incredible functionability.
Testing Fenix’s Rechargeable Weapon Light, the GL19R
Published: March 12, 2023 { 0 comments }Unlike other rechargeable lights with built-in batteries, I am still able to swap batteries if I want. With a width of just under 1.25 inches. of course I wanted to give this a try.
The Swampfox Trihawk: A Wiley One
Published: March 10, 2023 { 1 comment }The Swampfox Trihawk is perfect for a variety of tasks. It can be a tactical optic, a hunting optic, or something that helps you show off to your in-laws. Swampfox built it to last with an IPX7 rating and the ability to resist 800Gs of recoil.









