The Diamondback promises big performance in a small package, but did Vortex deliver on this economical spotting scope? Hunting the spacious prairie of South Dakota often mean that the game you’re after can be miles away. Because of that, good glass is a necessity to see if the pursuit is worth the effort of closing the distance. In these situations, a spotting scope shines when your binoculars have reached the end of their rope. I used the Vortex Diamondback 20x60x60 for a season’s worth of tags in the Rushmore State, chasing whitetails in the southeast, waterfowl in the northeast, mulies in the northwest, and elk in the southwest. It quickly became a favorite piece of gear that made an appearance on every hunt.
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Affordable Solution for Gun Storage — DU-HA Systems
Updated: January 20, 2018For as long as I can remember, I have been searching for a solid solution for storing my gear in my vehicle in such a way that it is both secure and easily accessible. I have owned all manner of sport-utility vehicles and pickup trucks, and it seems that no matter the vehicle there was always an available storage space that was completely available, but not very safe, secure or even convenient. Lucikly, DU-Ha has a solution.
Can’t See, Can’t Fight! Get An Infrared Aiming Laser from US NightVision
Updated: January 18, 2018I know from the Global War on Terror, as does everyone else that fought in that conflict, what happens if you try and fight people that can see in the dark when you can’t. You die. End of story.
3D Printed Suppressor Miracle: Daniel Defense Wave
Updated: January 14, 2018This week, with our ongoing suppressor coverage, we got to test one of unique products on the market. The Daniel Defense Wave, the first 3D printed suppressor in history. As we would expect from the name Daniel Defense, it proved to be spectacular. DD Making Waves When I first heard this device was 3D printed, [...]
Best Micro Red Dot for the Money — Primary Arms MD-RB-AD
Updated: January 7, 2018Primary Arms’ latest micro red dot could be the best value in that category.
NightForce 1-8X ATACR Rifle Scope — Full Review
Updated: December 31, 2017This calls for a celebration. NightForce may have just unveiled the holy grail of Illuminated Low Power Variable (ILPV) optics with its new 1-8X ATACR. The military and 3-Gun competitors have been searching for the perfect low power illuminated scope for the last 20 years.
The New Winkler II Belt Knife – Full Review
Updated: December 5, 2017I can’t really go out and kill anything this time of year with a knife where I live, so I opted to take it with me on a few inner-coastal waterfowl hunts.
Noveske Announcing Gen 4 Receivers and new Ghetto Blaster Rifles
Updated: November 28, 2017Nostalgically named after boom boxes, Ghetto Blaster rifles are powerful and highly portable. These guns are built on the new Gen 4 Noveske receivers.
Meet the SIG Sauer LIMA320 – A Laser Built Right into the Frame of Your P320
Updated: November 21, 2017Earlier this week, I got one of the new SIG LIMA320 frame modules in. And it is everything I thought it would be.
The Best Binos for the Money — Vortex Viper HD 8x42mm & Impact 850 Rangefinder
Updated: August 3, 2024When you’re planning a hunting trip there are few very important considerations — what gun are you going to take? What does the weather look like? How much will the tags cost? Equally as important as what firearm you’re going to take is what binos will you take? For a mid-range 8X binos, the Vortex Viper HD 8×42 are hard to beat.