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New Leupold RX-5000 TBR/W – The Modernized Rangefinder

Since their debut about 25 years ago, hunting-oriented laser rangefinders have become almost an essential tool for any long-range shooter or hunter. In those 25 years, laser rangefinders have adapted...

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POTD: French Snipers With Leupold Mark5 HDs

What a great Photo Of The Day! This is from the 2024 International Sniper Competition where Sgt. Paco Casas and Sgt. Benjamin Jean-Jourdaine from France fire their rifles at their assigned targets....

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C&H Precision Releases 2-12×24 LPVO Scope

C&H Precision continues to expand its lineup of optics and is getting into the magnified scope game. Their new 2-12×24 LPVO is a unique optic that some might call an MPVO. And before you ask, yes...

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SIG Sauer Updates Kilo-10K ABS HD Binoculars , Now Gen II, Less Blue

SIG Sauer has an updated version of the Kilo-10K ABS HD binoculars. The new Gen II model has improved color and light transmission. Let’s take a look at what else has changed.  Sig Sauer @ TFB: SIG...

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TFB Review: INTEGRIX IX8 1-8X28 LPVO

A while back, Leapers reached out to the crew at The Firearm Blog and asked if anybody would be interested in reviewing one of their new 1-8 LPVOs. I was particularly intrigued by this, as I was not...

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Vortex Optics Releases New Viper HD Scopes

Vortex Optics has updated the venerable Viper HD scope family. The new generation merges features from hunting and tactical optics to create a scope that can work for most things. Let’s see what Vortex...

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TFB Behind The Gun Podcast #116: A Crash Course in Meprolight History with...

Today I’ve brought on Eric and Jordan from Meprolight to talk a little bit about their company’s history not just here in the US, but where they started back in Israel. Like the US, Israel has a lot of...

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TFB Review: C&H Precision COMP Red Dot

As red dot sights and optics-ready slides continue to take over the mainstream, we have seen more and more job-specific red dot optics at increasingly competitive prices. The C&H Precision COMP...

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[NRAAM 2024] A Magnetic Red Dot Mount from High End Defense

Today Luke C is at the High End Defense booth at NRAAM 2024 checking out a brand new magnetically attached red dot mount from High End Defense. This new mount takes your standard iron-sight only pistol...

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[NRAAM 2024] The Glock G17L is Back and it’s Optics Ready

Glock has finally added the 17L back to their lineup! New for 2024 the longest variant of 9mm Glock is now available with the Gen 5 upgrades and the MOS optics cut system.  @Hoplopfheil  stopped by the...

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Olight Enters The Optics Game With The Osight Red Dot

Olight is known for its line of flashlights, but it is getting into the optics game. The new Osight is a miniature red dot sight with a few unique features. Let’s see what the new sight has to offer....

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[NRAAM 2024] G43X/48 SF? Shield Arms New Glock Chop Shop

Luke C is back for day 3 of the NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits to talk with Shield Arms about some of their latest products and services. Today Seth shares Shield Arms’ new ROC (Revolver Optics...

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Viridian Launches New Sights For Taurus Pistols, Rossi Brawler

Viridian has new green dot sights that fit Taurus semi-autos, as well as a laser sight that fits the Rossi Brawler and Tuffy shotgun. The post Viridian Launches New Sights For Taurus Pistols, Rossi...

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New Vortex Razor UHD 8×32 & 10×32 Magnesium Chassis Binoculars

Whether it’s trying to spot targets for hunting purposes or just checking out your latest groups at the range, having a high-quality set of binoculars can do a lot to ease eye strain, and help you keep...

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TFB Review: The Modernized Browning A5 With An XS Sights Vent Rib

Designed in 1898 by John Moses Browning and later modernized and revived in 2014, the Browning A5 shotgun doesn’t just have a solid reputation for being a great waterfowl and upload game hunting gun,...

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ZeroTech Optics Releases 5-30×56 Trace Advanced Scopes

ZeroTech Optics has a new high-end, high-magnification scope in its lineup. The new Trace Advanced 5-30x56ED scope is made in Japan and features ED glass. Keep reading to find out what other features...

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NEW Vortex Optics Defender-XL Micro Red Dot: More Glass for your Gun

We all know Vortex Optics for having a wide breadth of glass for us to choose from regardless of our use case. This includes micro red dots which Vortex has been revamping in recent years with the...

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Limited Edition: Schmidt & Bender 6-36×56 PM II in RAL 7005

Schmidt & Bender has released a limited edition of their new 6-36×56 PM II riflescope. The color will be RAL 7005. Now RAL 7005 may not mean much to most people, but it’s a European color code...

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Primary Arms Opens Preorders For PLxC 1-8×24 NOVA SFP

The PLxC 1-8×24 from Primary Arms is one of the top dogs in the current Low Power Variable Optic (LPVO) arms race. Another reticle option is coming soon to further broaden its appeal. Let’s check out...

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TFB Review: Schmidt & Bender 3-20×50 PM II Ultra Short Riflescope

This is a review of the Schmidt & Bender 3-20×50 PM II Ultra Short riflescope, as a part of my mission to review all of the PM II models. I am very fond of the Schmidt & Bender 5-20×50 PM II...

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