Optics 101: Glossary of Common Optics Terms
In our ongoing series on optics terminology and design, we’ve discussed the differences between MILs and MOA, the distinctions between Christmas Tree […]
Riflescopes 101: Exit Pupil – What It Is and Why It’s Important
The exit pupil of a scope directly impacts the perceived brightness of an image seen by the human eye. It’s a relationship between the size of a person’s pupil and the scope.
How to Configure an Affordable, Capable Home Defense Pistol Caliber Carbine
The Extar EP9 is quickly becoming one of my favorite guns to take to the range. That, honestly, is surprising.
Winter and Whiskey: Miracle On 1911th Street
When the chill really sets in and snow begins to fall, rather than heading out to the range, I tend to head for a good book and a good glass.
A Deer Hunter’s Thanksgiving Tradition
While archery season for deer started in September, the Monday after Thanksgiving is, for Ohioans, a holiday all its own. It’s opening day for gun season in the Buckeye state.
Optics 101: Executing the Objective
A common myth about riflescopes is that the larger the objective bell in the front, the more light a scope gathers. That’s not really true.
The All-New Vortex Razor Gen III 4-24×44 Riflescope
The new 4-24X model has impressive specs, even for an optic at this tier. It has everything you’d want in a precision riflescope while maintaining a compact footprint that’d be at home on a long-range hunting rifle, or on a DMR-style AR.
Optics 101: Christmas Trees and BDCs
What once seemed to be “long-range” isn’t so much any more. The modern shooter has more good options than ever.
Vortex’s New Ultra-Affordable Triumph HD Riflescope and Laser Rangefinder
Deer season is upon us. In many states, hunters have already taken their positions in tree stands or blinds, bow
Optics 101: MILs vs. MOA
Among all areas in the gun and related gear world, optics have advanced the most over the last twenty-plus years.