By Paul Erhardt, Editor, the Outdoor Wire Digital Network

I am not a long range shooter. Er, uh, I wasn’t a long range shooter but then I got to do some serious long range shooting.

I’m not talking just a couple hundred yards. No sir, those are rookie distances. I’m talking really reaching out there. You know, 800, 1,000, 1,300 yards out there. And, of course, 1 mile.

I hit targets at all those distances. I was using a very well set up custom rifle designed for precision rifle competition use. But still, a rifle can only do so much, and the shooter has to do his or her part. And, not to brag, I did my part.

But I did have a little help. A secret weapon, if you will. So, what was my secret weapon?

Glad you asked. All that rifle, and all my innate long range shooting talent (which I didn’t know I had up until that point) amount to nothing without a solid piece of glass to help you aim. The scope I was using was the recently announced Match Pro ED 5-30×56 FFP Riflescope from Bushnell. Read more

Olathe, Kansas – Athlon Optics has made its name by offering Ridiculously Good Optics at ridiculously affordable prices. Our new line of HERAS SPR rifle scopes pushes the envelope even further with features previously unheard of at this price point. The HERAS SPR offerings are incredibly versatile and cover a wide range of applications suitable to hunters, small-bore shooters, and air-gunners alike. This robust line is designed to handle the forward impulse of springer air guns, PCP and recoil from magnum centerfire rifles.

HERAS SPR 2-12×42 – $462.49 MSRP – Click here to find out more.

Notable features of this new scope include: Second Focal Plane, Parallax Adjustment (from 10 yards to infinity), Adjustable Elevation Turret, Locking Windage Turret, Advanced Fully Multi-Coated Lenses, Precision Zero Stop System, and is available in MOA and MIL reticle versions. Read more

New Competition Scope Offers Class-Leading Optimal Performance

OVERLAND PARK, KS – Bushnell®, an industry leader in performance optics, announces the introduction of the Match Pro ED 5-30×56 FFP riflescope. Building off the success of the original Match Pro, the new, enhanced version offers developing and experienced long-range shooters premium optical performance and features.

From hardcore rimfire shooters to precision long range, the Bushnell Match Pro ED offers best-in-class optical performance built around an ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Prime 56mm objective with EXO Barrier coating for protection against the elements. This glass wrings out every bit of sharpness and contrast without target blurring or color fringing. Read more

THRIVE HD Optics are continuing to set new industry standards in performance, made to compete against the top performing binoculars at a fraction of the cost. We took the Thrive series core elements and introduced new, industry leading features such as the latest generation ED (Low Dispersion) glass with generous depth of field, superior low Light performance thanks to the Dielectrically Coated Bak 4 Prisms.

The addition of these features results in brilliant image quality and unparalleled user experience, we added a smoother fast focus wheel and attractive textured grip panels covering the strong however light full magnesium alloy construction provide excellent control in all conditions whilst the integrated rubber lens covers* ensure the optics remain protected from dust and debris. New to the Thrive HD series is the included flip top bino caddy harness system is the ultimate outdoor companion and makes for hands free carry and storage of basic essentials while hunting, birding or hiking. Read more

Greeley, CO – Steiner, the leader in high-performance optics for military and law enforcement, expands its line of hunting riflescopes with the release of the new Predator 8 series optics. Boasting 8x zoom, the Predator 8 riflescopes join the Steiner Predator 4 series to provide discerning big game hunters the pinnacle of versatility and precision in premium hunting optics.

Built on a rugged 30mm tube chassis, the Predator 8 delivers all the key features required of a go-anywhere optic. Class-leading optical clarity with industry-leading light transmission, a massive field of view, and an illuminated reticle with 11 brightness settings ensure a fast and crisp sight picture in the most challenging lighting conditions. Foul weather and harsh climates also offer no resistance to the Predator 8’s performance thanks to the fogproof and waterproof design and broad -13°F to +145°F operating temperature.

The Predator 8 is offered in three different 8x zoom ranges: 2-16×42, 3-24×50, and 4-32×56. Hunters looking to take advantage of the riflescopes’ precision reticle adjustment to accurately compensate for bullet drop at long distances will appreciate the audible and tactile 1/4 MOA ballistic turret. Included are different numbered turret rings that allow the shooter to customize the turret for quick elevation adjustment at pre-selected distances. The ballistic turret also provides a zero mode to permit fast and precise dial-back to the zero setting. Read more

Youngsville, NC – December 05, 2022 – SIGHTRON, one of the world’s most innovative optical observation and aiming device companies, is pleased to announce their Holiday Instant Rebate promotion on 6-24×50 and 6-24×50 FFP (first image focal plane). The SIGHTRON SIII Precision Long-Range (PLR) riflescopes take long-range competition and target shooting into the future and, with the holidays just around the corner, now is a great time for deals. Read more