Premiering at Outdoor Classics 2024, the Merger LRF XP35 is the most compact binocular by Pulsar, featuring the widest field of view in its category and an extremely sensitive thermal sensor. The Merger LRF XP35 is the latest addition to the Merger line of digital thermal binoculars, known for its European quality, ergonomics, and the comfort of observation. As the most compact and lightweight model of the line, it features a staggeringly wide field of view (17.8°). This allows you to comfortably scan vast areas for far greater distances with both eyes without eye fatigue.

The Merger LRF XP35 is equipped with our signature European-made Lynred sensor with NETD <25 mK thermal sensitivity. This guarantees a highly detailed image with superb sharpness and quality even in adverse conditions. The new model comes with a built-in laser rangefinder that measures distances of up to 1,000 yards. With a detection range of up to 1,500 yards, these binoculars enable users to assess environments and find heat signatures quickly and error-free.

Like all models in the Merger line, the Merger LRF XP35 is powered by a dual battery system – one internal and one replaceable – providing up to 9 hours of continuous operation. Read more

The Valden Bi 3/8×40 bifocal riflescope is built for hunting and tactical shooting, especially for wolves, foxes, deer, bears, and other hunts. Its special bifocal design and high-quality ED glass enable you to quickly track and aim at your target in the forested mountains or tactical shooting, ensuring that every shot is quick and precise.

• • 3X/8X Bifocal Optical System: Valden Bi 3/8×40 delivers 3X and 8X fields of view, with a wide 3X field for fast searching and tracking and a focused 8X field of view for precise shooting.

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(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Ever wondered what it’s like to see into the night with the best that thermal and digital vision technology has to offer? With the Merger Duo NXP50, Pulsar’s new first-in-class multispectral binoculars, you’ll be able to uncover night scenes like never before.

The Merging of Thermal and Night Vision

Delivered in classic ergonomic housing like the entire Merger line, the Merger Duo NXP50 multispectral binoculars are designed for those who want more than just a great thermal image. For the first time ever, users will be able to get their hands on a digital binocular system capable of both thermal and night vision.

The Merger Duo NXP50’s thermal mode will be able to detect heat signatures at long ranges, while its integrated night vision mode will be able to focus on details in full high definition. With the device’s picture-in-picture mode, users will be able to see both modes simultaneously.

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iRayUSA, the United States Distributor of InfiRay Outdoor thermal optics, introduces the FINDER V2 – a handheld 640-resolution thermal monocular with an integrated laser rangefinder.

The InfiRay Outdoor FINDER V2 combines a powerful thermal viewer with a handheld laser rangefinder, giving hunters the ability to identify targets at night and accurately determine their range. A 640×512 thermal sensor paired with a 3× 35 mm f/0.9 lens provides a crisp image with ample room for digital zoom, ideal for viewing wildlife or recording photos and videos. The FINDER V2 pairs 800-yard infrared laser rangefinding capability (continuous or single capture) with a 1,750-yard thermal detection range in a compact unit that fits in the palm of your hand. The FINDER V2 ships with two IBP-2 batteries, each providing 3+ hours of run time. A proximity sensor automatically powers off the display when moved away from the viewer’s eye to reduce power consumption and visible light signature.

The new FINDER V2 (FH35RV2) launches with an ultra-competitive price of $2,499. Read more

iRayUSA, the United States Distributor of InfiRay Outdoor thermal optics, introduces a new version of the RICO Mk1 thermal weapon sight, building on the popularity of the RH50 model, with new features for 2024.

Based on the RICO (Rugged Infrared Compact Optic) Mk1 series of thermal weapon sights, the RICO Mk1 V2 was redesigned with improved audio recording, a blazing fast 60 Hz refresh rate, and an impressively upgraded ?20 mK sensitivity rating. The heart of the Mk1 V2 features a high-performance InfiRay Micro II core and a high-contrast AMOLED HD display. The Mk1 V2 takes its image processing one step further with Advanced Image Correction and Automatic Image Optimization courtesy of its MATRIX III processor. Unmatched image quality combined with an intuitive and easy-to-use interface, picture-in-picture function, two long-lasting battery packs with 6+ hours of run-time each, aluminum-alloy housing, 1000 G/s2 shock-resistance, and 32 GB of internal memory give you all the tools you need to take your next hog, predator, or varmint hunt to the next level. Read more

Struggling to find a red dot that works great on all your guns? Vortex® hears you. That’s why we’re excited to introduce the new Defender-ST™. It’s the new all-purpose micro red dot designed for everything–from your handgun to your shotgun, paired up with a carbine, or piggybacked on your AR’s LPVO.

Whether running drills at the range or meeting the demands of duty use, the Defender-ST™ is ready when and wherever you are. Rugged and reliable? It’s a given. Large sight window? Absolutely. Motion-activation and a dot with adjustable brightness deliver superior target acquisition, adaptability in all lighting conditions, and faster follow-up shots. Other design benefits include: Read more

German Precision Optics USA (GPO), a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality, affordable sporting optics, announces the expansion of its award-winning Passionô binocular line with the introduction of the new PASSION 15×50 HD binocular.

The PASSION 15×50 HD features all the bells and whistles that have made the entire PASSION lineup extremely popular. These include an incredible light transmission, 99.7 percent ags; Double HD glass technology; a great field of view with perfect edge sharpness; GPObright™ lens coating technology; center-focusing locking diopter; tough aluminum eyecup tubes; magnesium micro-bridge and body; waterproof and fog-proof; and PASSIONdrop™ hydrophobic coating. It measures just 6.9 inches long, weighs just 34.1 oz., and has a 266-foot field of view at 1000 yards. Read more

(Lewisville, Texas) iRayUSA, the United States Distributor of InfiRay Outdoor thermal optics, introduces a new addition to the HYBRID line of multi-function thermal weapon sights, boasting a 75mm objective lens, 4× base magnification, custom reticles, and onboard ballistics.

The InfiRay Outdoor RICO HYBRID fuses the capabilities of a thermal clip-on and a thermal weapon sight to create a new breed of thermal device. The HYBRID gives you never-before-seen versatility and performance, boasting a 3,600 yard detection range as a dedicated thermal sight, or compatibility with day optics up to 10× as an inline clip-on sight. The combination of the HYBRID’s low-distortion orthoscopic eyepiece and a 1.03-inch large-format 2560×1920 display provides comfortable viewing as a dedicated sight while still maintaining the pixel density and resolution for use as a clip-on optic. Read more