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Seeing the Power of the Nightforce NX8 4-32x50 F1

Seeing the Power of the Nightforce NX8 4-32×50 F1

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If you are looking for a scope for precision competition or the hunt of a lifetime you owe it to yourself to give the NX8 offerings a serious look. I think the NX8 F1 line of scopes with the wide range of magnification choices, focal plane options, Mil or MOA adjustment options, reticle options, and illumination choices leaves little else to be desired.

Top Choices in Hard Cases for Rifles

Top Choices in Hard Cases for Rifles

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Rifles and optics aren’t cheap. Don’t settle for cheap protection for them when you’re traveling.

Falcon Strike - Recoil Reduction Device that Actually Works

Falcon Strike – Recoil Reduction Device that Actually Works

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I recently had the opportunity to try the new FalconStrike Hydraulic Recoil Reduction System. This product advertises that it reduces the recoil energy, the muzzle lift, the peak force, and the rock back when shooting. I received two recoil systems to use on a couple of my more recoil intensive guns. one being a 300 Winchester Magnum. In this review, I write about everything from the installation to the performance.

Primary Arms Prism Scopes: ACOG on a Budget?

Primary Arms Prism Scopes: ACOG on a Budget?

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In 2x, 3x, and 5x varieties, these tough, versatile scopes are just what the doctor ordered for your next hog hunt or trip to the range. Plus, they can be had with one Primary Arms’ innovative reticles tailor-made for your caliber of choice.

Horus HoVR 5-20x50 Tremor 3 Long Range Bundle - Best Wind Reticle on the Market

Horus HoVR 5-20×50 Tremor 3 Long Range Bundle – Best Wind Reticle on the Market

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For the past 20 years, long range shooters have been looking for a scope reticule that incorporates both hold over and wind and will work with a multitude of various calibers. The problem has always been compromising precision for ease of use and adaptability to multiple calibers. The Tremor 3 reticle accomplishes having an exact holdover system and a precise wind hold system that is really quick to use in the field.

Drop in AR dry fire training tool.

Mantis Blackbeard – AR Dry Fire Trainer

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Record levels of gun buying have created an ammunition shortage, one that does not appear to be ending anytime soon. The lack of ammunition has made training more difficult to do. Enter dry fire training.

Dark Energy's POSEIDON PRO Indestructible Charger - Tested

Dark Energy’s POSEIDON PRO Indestructible Charger – Tested

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It’s a charger that stores and holds a charge for 3 years! It will charge or power phones, radios, Ham radios, GPS’s, tablets, laptops, Night Vision, thermal optics,

Vortex Takes the Night: AMG UH-1 Gen II Holographic Sight Reviewed

Vortex Takes the Night: AMG UH-1 Gen II Holographic Sight Reviewed

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This optic is different than the Gen I in a few ways, including the addition of four night vision compatible brightnesses and the elimination of the micro USB charging port. It has robust aluminum construction, QD lever-lock system, and a waterproof rating of IPX8, meaning that it can be submerged in water deeper than 3 feet. Everything about the AMG UH-1 Gen II screams durability, repeatability, and dependability.

Six Strategies for Accurizing Your AR-15

Six Strategies for Accurizing Your AR-15

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Virtually any part or component of an AR-15 can affect accuracy. Some will affect it more than others, but it can be tough to know where to start. In this article, I spell out six strategies for accurizing your AR-15.

JP Rifles Variable Mass Operating System - Review

JP Rifles Variable Mass Operating System – Review

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The VMOS allows me to have more leeway with what is or isn’t an overly pressured load. This item seems to be perfect for the person who may not have the benefit of using the same exact load in their rifle every time.