Premium German optics brand Leica Sport Optics has unveiled a new ‘Customized’ edition of its bestselling Ultravid HD-Plus binoculars, which unite outstanding design and optical quality with a coffee-brown leather trim and a titanium color finish housing.

Made in Germany, these elegant binoculars feature excellent image brightness, strong contrasts and durable mechanics. Fluoride lenses ensure brilliant color rendition and perfect contrast for outstanding image brightness as well as pin-sharp images. Available in four versions: Leica Ultravid 8×32 HD-Plus, 10×32 HD-Plus, 8×42 HD-Plus and 10×42 HD-Plus, the package includes a premium calfskin bag and a neoprene carrying strap.

“The combination of high quality materials and technical perfection makes the new Leica Ultravid HD-Plus ‘Customized’ binoculars a personal statement for all those who will accept no compromise on excellent image quality and aesthetics. Our unparalleled experience in optical development and production is again reflected in this new edition,” says Nanette Roland, Product Manager of Observation Optics at Leica Camera AG.

Leica Ultravid 8×32 HD-Plus Customized: $2,195.00

Leica Ultravid 10×32 HD-Plus Customized: $2,245.00

Leica Ultravid 8×42 HD-Plus Customized: $2,445.00

Leica Ultravid 10×42 HD-Plus Customized: $2,495.00 Read more

EAGLEVILLE, PA – Streamlight®, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting tools, introduced the Siege® X USB, a multi-function, ultra-compact USB rechargeable lantern with multiple lighting modes, including a forward flashlight setting. The new light, designed to work in a wide variety of tactical, outdoor, DIY and other applications, delivers up to 325 lumens in lantern mode and up to 300 lumens in its flashlight setting.

The Siege X USB features three different lighting modes: smooth lantern lighting; a red LED setting to preserve night vision; and a front spot light to use the lantern as a handheld flashlight. The lantern handle, as well as a D-ring at its base, allow users to easily hang the light for large area lighting needs. Read more

BEAVERTON, Ore. — Leupold & Stevens, Inc. has upgraded its handheld thermal imager line with the introduction of the LTO Tracker 2 and LTO Tracker 2 HD, which represent the most recent evolution in the company’s award-winning thermal imaging product line.

Designed to be compact and light enough to take on even the farthest backcountry hunt, the original LTO Tracker showed hunters the heat signature of game, blood trails and more. The new LTO Tracker 2 and LTO Tracker 2 HD deliver the same premier performance while providing a friendlier user interface and changing the game entirely with the introduction of the new Beacon Mode. Read more

GREELEY, Colo. – Burris expands its top-of-the-line and award-winning line of Veracity hunting riflescopes with the introduction of the new 2x-10x-42mm and 3x15x-50mm RFP models bringing the familiarity and affordability of rear focal plane optics to the Veracity lineup.

Designed for versatility the 2x10x-42mm offers low magnification for getting on target quickly while still retaining 10x magnification for reaching out further if needed. Those requiring a bit more range can choose the 3x15x-50mm. Both models feature a rear focal plane Ballistic Plex E2 reticle calibrated for traditional or magnum and varmint loads.

An Interchangeable MAD adjustment knob system can be custom ordered to suit any bullet trajectory allowing shooters to quickly dial in exact yardage. Shooters also have the option of operating turrets in an uncapped tactical style. Read more

Fountain Valley, CA—SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s finest — and most innovative — illumination tools and tactical products, is proud to announce the revolutionary new XVL2 WeaponLight and laser. The XVL2 was developed at the request of special operations customers and is the result of years of R&D. Compact, lightweight, and optimized for use with handguns and PDW’s, the XVL2 features a 400-lumen white light LED, a 300mW infrared illuminator, and both infrared and green aiming lasers co-aligned and slaved together for ease of zeroing in one simple step.

Available in a civilian-legal Class I version as well as a full-power, restricted Class IIIb model for Military and Law Enforcement, the XVL2 utilizes the same proven switching as our X300 series of lights, and can be ambidextrously activated in both momentary and constant-on modes. A mode selector dial allows the selection of illumination and/or aiming lasers, as well as a low-power training setting on the full-power, restricted MIL/LE version. All this capability is powered by a single 123A battery that can be changed from the front, eliminating the need to remove or re-zero the device.

GREELEY, CO – Designed and manufactured in Greeley Colorado, Burris announces the new Xtreme Tactical (XTR) III line of riflescopes featuring new reticle designs and enhanced field-of-view. Inspired by tactical and competition shooting, precision and reliability are at the core of the XTR III line of optics.

Available in a 3.3-18x50mm and 5.5-28x56mm, both models are built with a 34mm body tube for increase strength and extended adjustment range. Elevation adjustments up to 120 MOA on the 3.3-18X50mm take the 6.5 Creedmore past one mile and expanded side parallax adjustment on both models allows fine-tuning focus at shorter distances.

Premium glass and optical improvements, including a smaller eyepiece signature and larger eye box, provide best–in–class field-of-view, deeper depth of focus and outstanding light transmission. Four front focal plane reticle designs and matching reticle and knob units allow shooters a variety of options. The new Special Competition Reticle (SCR) 2 MIL reticle features a gridded “Christmas tree” design, allowing extremely fast and accurate windage and elevation compensation and clear communication with spotters. SCR Mil and SCR MOA reticles are also available. Read more

Greeley, CO – Continuing a legacy of innovation, Steiner introduces the new M-Series IFS riflescope with the Intelligent Firing Solution that displays real-time targeting data on an integrated, customizable heads-up display. Developed as part of the M-Series line of optics used by elite task forces around the globe, the IFS system enhances shooter efficiency and precision with the latest in ballistic computing technology.

A built-in sensor suite gathers firing solution information and presents it on a heads-up display located in the shooter’s field of view. The shooter can customize the display to include cant, wind speed and direction, target distance and windage and elevation turret settings.

The sensor suite measures temperature and barometric air pressure and an internal inclinometer shows scope cant. Using the touchpad or a custom mobile app, the shooter can enter wind speed and direction, and distance to target to determine the shooting solution. An onboard Ballistic Calculator will instantly display the exact ballistics settings for your shot. The result is a precise firing solution presented in real time.

Available in 4-28x56mm, the M7Xi IFS gives shooters long-range capability while still maintaining battlefield versatility with 7x zoom and an impressive 1.42 to 9 meter field-of-view at 100 meters. Supreme optical quality produces a sharp, clear and bright sight-picture even in low light. The tube and knob design have been optimized for precise windage and elevation adjustments and provides more mounting options on use on different rifles or for adding equipment. Read more

GREELEY, CO – Engineered as the ultimate close quarters battle (CQB) sight Steiner Optics introduces the new DRS1X Defendu Reflex Sight featuring three interchangeable reticle options and Steiner’s legendary ruggedness. The DRS1X is the perfect solution for CQB tactical operations or home defense.

Three reticle options including a single 2 MOA dot, dot and stadia line and dot stadia line and close dot provide rapid target ranging and engagement at seven, 25, 50 and 100 yards. Auto brightness and seven manual illumination levels allow operators to find the perfect brightness level day or night. Reticle and brightness options are selected with tactile control buttons on the top of the sight.

A .96-inch x 1.26-inch window and picatinny rail mount allows users to co-witness with iron sites or use with any focal multiplier. Windage and elevation adjustments of ½ MOA can be adjusted up to 50 MOA. Read more