Browning will expand its growing line of flashlights to include the new Hellcat in 2016. The Hellcat is the ultimate hunting flashlight featuring a super bright white, long distance beam. Brightness is 610 lumens with two CR123A Lithium batteries or 825 lumens with the optional 18650 Li-ion battery (not included). A trio of soft green LEDs offers stealth lighting.The Hellcat features an aluminum body with a polycarbonate lens and internal battery magazine. The mode selector lets you pick the lighting desired mode without toggling. A single-action tailcap switch with momentary and continuous mode functions turns the light on and off. The light is waterproof and submersible to 3 feet for 30 minutes. Overall length is 5 ¾”. Available in black.

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Wixom, Mich. – Trijicon®, Inc., global provider of innovative aiming solutions for the hunting, shooting, military and law enforcement markets, has introduced the 3.5×35 LED Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight to its legendary ACOG® family of products. As a complement to the existing 4×32 LED ACOG, the 3.5×35 provides extended eye relief for increased weapons compatibility.The LED ACOG is the first to offer user-selectable brightness controls. Users can choose from six adjustable brightness levels with an “off” between each setting. Powered by a single AA battery, the LED ACOG can run for over 12,000 continuous hours. As is customary in the entire ACOG line, the new LED model is forged from rugged 7075-T6 aircraft aluminum, resulting in a nearly indestructible sighting system. With multiple bullet-drop compensating and ranging reticle options, users can select from chevron, horseshoe, and cross-hair reticles in .223, .308 and 300Blk.

Premium, fully multi-coated optics and parallax-free, 3.5 or 4-times magnification combined with precise, 1/2-inch click adjustments assure shot-after-shot accuracy even in adverse conditions. Shockproof and waterproof, the ACOG has long been a favorite optic for military and law enforcement professionals, as well as hunters. The addition of these LED illuminated models continues this tradition with new red and green reticles that provide a clear target picture and allow for rapid target acquisition and precise holdover. Read more

Snipers in the course of their job face many challenges, even more so, snipers in combat situations. Calculating distance to target and windage are critical for shot placement. Shooters know bullet weight and speed are components of these calculations. Meprolight has created a laser enhanced 10X40 computerized scope for snipers, the Meprolight MESLAS.The MESLAS has a number of features that assist the shooter— after target acquisition— with the ability to quickly lase distance from 80 to 2,500 hundred meters factoring in angle of shot. When tested by U.S. Army, Special Forces Green Beret sniper Sgt (ret.) Chance Gianelli, he said, “Six shots fired at different distance targets; five hits in 27 seconds. It was very impressive; you can’t shoot that fast…this is the way of the future.” MESLAS incorporates a single-pulse laser rangefinder, which displays the actual range and enables the shooter to stay “on glass” and use quick wind formula to make his own wind hold and shoot. Read more

EAGLEVILLE, PA – Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, introduced the lightweight, high lumen, ProTac 1L-1AA. The latest compact addition to the ProTac® series of tactical lights offers the added convenience of using either one CR123A or AA lithium battery, or an easy-to-source AA alkaline battery. Its size and “dual fuel” options make it the perfect Everyday Carry (EDC) light.The ProTac 1L-1AA uses a high power C4® LED to deliver up to 350 lumens, depending on the battery source selected. Offering high, low and strobe settings, it features a TEN-TAP® programmable switch that allows user selection of one of three different programs: high/strobe/low (factory default); high only; or low/high. Read more

NEWINGTON, NH – SIG SAUER® Inc. and SIG SAUER Electro-Optics are pleased to introduce the LIMA1 Pistol Laser Sight to their state-of-the-art line of optics. The LIMA Series consists of the LIMA1, LIMA5 and LIMA7 Laser Sights.”The LIMA lasers use the most advanced, direct red and green lasers available to get you on target fast in a compact purpose-built design” said Andrew York, President Electro-Optics SIG SAUER

The LIMA1 Red and Green Pistol Laser Sights are the most advanced, low profile laser sights for handguns with rails. Using Sig Sauer’s patent pending design, the Lima1 mounts to both the Mil-Std-1913 rail or Sig Sauer Proprietary rail. Dual, finger actuated paddle switches support ambidextrous use while functioning in either continuous or momentary mode. Direct green or red lasers are used for industry leading runtime in a compact, 1/3N cell powered laser sight. The sights are ideal for target shooting, conceal carry and defense and will fit most any holster designed for rail mounted lasers and flashlights. Read more

The Sig Electro-Optics ECHO1 boasts military-grade technology at consumer-grade pricing.NEWINGTON, N.H.– SIG SAUER®, Inc., the world’s most renowned name in firearms, introduces the ECHO1 Thermal Reflex Sight, the latest addition to the Electro-Optics line from SIG SAUER. The ECHO1 is a prime example of the level of break-through innovation that SIG Electro-Optics continues to introduce since its launch in 2015.

“The ECHO1 fuses the fast target acquisition and simplicity of a reflex sight with the latest in thermal imaging technology to bring you the most innovative Thermal Reflex Sight on the market,” said Andrew York, President Electro-Optics Division at SIG SAUER. “This is a true game-changer … and just really fun to use when hunting hogs and predators. Our new ECHO1 is a whole new class of thermal sight, designed in Oregon and assembled right here in the USA.”

The ECHO 1 Digital Thermal Imaging Reflex Sight is the most advanced direct-view thermal sight in the world. Based on the newest generation of thermal imaging sensors, this digital sight offers day or nighttime predator and hog hunting, while functioning similarly to a conventional reflex sight—using both eyes open for fast and intuitive target acquisition with greatly improved situational awareness. The sight is also perfect for home defense, law enforcement, military, and search and rescue situations.

Darkness is no match for the ECHO 1; nor is dust, fog, haze or foliage. Whatever you’re seeking in whatever lighting conditions—day or night—the ECHO 1 will acquire your target’s thermal signature in just seconds. This sight has eight different display modes, including “White Hot” and “Black Hot” to enhance the display for optimal thermal image contrast against the background. Read more

Improved Trophy and new Trophy Xtreme Optics Offer New “No Questions Asked” Lifetime WarrantyOVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Bushnell, an industry leader in high-quality optics that are waterproof, fog-proof and shock proof, announced a complete re-engineering of the company’s popular Trophy line of hunting optics. In addition, Bushnell is now offering a new feature-laden Trophy Xtreme line of binoculars, riflescopes, spotting scopes and laser rangefinders for hunting, outdoor and birding enthusiasts.

Bushnell Trophy optics have been trusted for years, and the addition of the all-new Trophy Xtreme line provides even more performance for serious hunters and sport enthusiasts. Both lines will carry the Bushnell “No Questions Asked” Lifetime Warranty. Regardless of how these optics are broken, Bushnell has one response: “Yes, that’s covered.” The No Questions Asked Lifetime Warranty, launched in early 2016, applies to all riflescopes, binoculars and spotting scopes in the Trophy and Trophy Xtreme product families. Read more

HAUPPAUGE, NY – – Meopta is pleased to introduce the MeoRed, its newest and most compact reflex sight. The MeoRed features high-quality optics and a lower profile than its predecessor, the MeoSight III, allowing users to co-witness with most iron sights. Parallax free and weighing just over an ounce, this sight is ideal for fast, close-quarter target acquisition with both eyes open and accurate shooting on the move.Designed for use on handguns with cutout slides, AR platforms or shotguns, the MeoRed is well suited for tactical use as well as three-gun competitions, target shooting and hunting close-range moving game such as hogs. It is made from aircraft-grade aluminum alloy and is fully waterproof and shockproof. The MeoRed comes with an integrated MIL-STD 1913 mount in addition to an interface plate for a Docter mount and features easy to use windage (180 MOA) and elevation (120 MOA) adjustments. Illumination of the 3 MOA red dot is activated by pushing the control button located on the left side of the sight and the brightness level of the red dot is continuous and easily adjustable. To turn the unit off, press the button and hold. Read more