Not long ago, thermal scopes were superfluous gadgets. Now, they’re essential kit for serious predator and hog hunters. This collection of thermal sights includes military-grade scopes that cost more ...

Zipp’s ‘Firecrest’ wheels feature a series of large and small circular depressions in the rim analogous to the surface of a golf ball, but the Scope Artech 6.A (and all the other Artech ...

The 2-7x32 Crossfire II riflescope is one of many configurations in the Crossfire II line. The Dead-Hold BDC reticle is good for hunting/shooting at varying ranges where estimating holdover is a ...

Support our Mission. We independently test each product we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. The new Shot Scope PRO X rangefinder caught us a bit by surprise this ...

Our guide will help you choose the right scope, no matter your budget or experience. Are you new to stargazing or trading up a less powerful scope? We've got you covered with our guide to the best ...

Just when I thought the trend of short, fast, illuminated rifle scopes was cooling, a new class of excellent low-power variable optics revived my affection for these do-everything scopes. The new ...

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With three spectacular cosmic events happening, January is the perfect time to pick up a telescope. We've rounded up the best telescopes for beginners, to suit a range of budgets. January is ...

Choosing the best spotting scope tripod can be tricky. It can be tempting to go for something ultra-cheap – which isn't difficult to find – but there's definitely such a thing as false economy when it ...

If you, like me, love to indulge the pup in your life, you know there can be an overwhelming array of toys, treats, and accessories to choose from. But somewhere between the fads and the ...

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Unless you're looking for an optical sight like your father used, this year's lineup of new scopes will provide you with plenty of options. Here are the hottest new riflescopes of 2025.