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Bushnell Releases MOA Version of Match Pro ED 5-30X56 Riflescope

Thursday, January 4th, 2024

Popular Long-Range Riflescope Available with Deploy MOA Reticle

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – January 3, 2024 – Bushnell®, an industry leader in performance optics, has released an MOA version of its popular, award-winning Match Pro ED 5-30X56 riflescope.

In stock and shipping now, the Match Pro ED MOA 5-30X56 has the same original features and high-quality glass that competitive shooters have come to rely on, plus it gives a blue-ribbon option to those who prefer to work in MOA adjustments instead of MRAD.

“We heard the requests loud and clear and knew it was time to bring out an MOA version of the Match Pro ED riflescope,” said Travis Overfelt, Engineer and Product Manager for Competition and Tactical Optics at Bushnell. “In doing so, we modified the reticle and turrets to accommodate MOA. The Deploy MOA 2 reticle has a theme like the Deploy MIL 2 reticle, but the turrets are in ¼ MOA clicks and the elevation turret has an extra row of numerals to help shooters keep track of their dial into the second revolution up from zero.”

With a class-leading magnification range, the Bushnell Match Pro ED MOA 5-30X56 has a 34mm main tube which gives room for 100 MOA in elevation adjustments and 50 MOA in windage adjustments. The Match Pro ED also boasts best-in-class optical performance with its ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Prime 56mm objective with Bushnell’s patented EXO Barrier coating for protection against the elements.

The glass-etched Deploy MOA 2 reticle is always visible and has 11 brightness settings, allowing the shooter to optimize the reticle for any light condition. The integral holdover tree lets a shooter instantly adjust point of aim without dialing, as well as allows for 68 up, 20 down and 34 MOA left or right. The riflescope also features a 6-hour auto-off illumination timer to increase battery life.

Because the reticle is etched in the first focal plane, the sub-tensions are always accurate regardless of the magnification setting. With a parallax adjustment down to just 15 yards, the Match Pro ED MOA 5-30X56 riflescope can get shooters on target at any range and is a versatile across any rifle platform whether rimfire, centerfire or air rifle.

Additional standard features included on the Match Pro ED include an integral Easy Set zero stop and 2-stage pop-up rev-indicator, a removable, 3-position power change lever plus a removable sunshade.

To learn more about the Match Pro ED MOA 5-30X56 and the rest of Bushnell’s industry-leading optics, visit Bushnell.com.

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Spuhr – Dual Dot Aimpoint Mount

Sunday, December 31st, 2023

Håkan Spuhr showed off the Dual Dot, which he developed as a simple way of having two dots for two distances or two different ammos, like sub and super. It was a very simple project that he didn’t end up producing but nevertheless, obtained a patent for.

Here’s a little history from Håkan on how that came about. Years ago, Spuhr was contacted by a well known SF unit requiring a sight mount for an Aimpoint with two individual zeros in the mount. He says this was well before TaracHQ and Wilcox BOSS.

The gun was a .300 blk that they intended on firing both subsonic and supersonic. Here is his first attempt to solve the problem which is a mount with a lever for two settings.

When you zero it you zero in position A, lever at front and ontain zero with the Aimpoint.

When you switch ammo you move the lever to the B position (rearward) and zero elevation with adjustment screw at right side of base.

The mount for twist mount is built into the mount.

The whole idea failed as the windage movement of the subsonic bullet was so big that windage adjustment was badly needed for position B.

Spuhr said he really doesn’t want to make a mount with both windage and elevation adjustments as that is just asking for problems.

Next, he suggested incorporating the windage movement in the base, but with a forced non-adjustable movement, reqiring the customer to simply specify how much windage adjustment they needed for every mil of elevation travel.

The customer rejected the suggested solution and required that both zeros should be individually movable and that was then Spuhr made the dual aimpoint mount.

The customer was not interested in a dual mount and only wanted a mount for Aimpoint with two zeros.

“As it’s my absolute opinion that it’s a really bad idea I left the project,” explained Spuhr, “Another well known company took over but since I never saw any products I assume it didn’t go as planned.”

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Carcajou Tactical – “Bravo Six” Boonie Hat (Pre-Order)

Friday, December 29th, 2023

Now available for pre-order, the Bravo Six Boonie from Canada’s Carcajou Tactical combines the beloved Boonie hat with a night vision device skull crusher.

The Boonie is often used by snipers as a base for their ghillie head covering due to its wide-brimmed coverage.

Features:

– Multiple pass through for the head harness.
– Eyelet holes to secure the NVG Shroud
– Oversized fit to accommodate Head Harness by Tracer Tactical
– Durable 2 layer crown construction (3/4” netting, Nyco)
– Pre worn brim to eliminate straight lines
– Neck adjustment paracord

Offered in ATACS-iX, Ranger Green, and MultiCam.

Made in Canade from US materials.

carcajoutactical.com/products/bravo-six-boonie-hat

The pre-order is for the Boonie itself, the harness and shroud are available through Tracer Tactical.

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Safran Optics1 – Small Lightweight Acquisition Marker Designator (SLAM D)

Tuesday, December 26th, 2023

The Small Lightweight Acquisition Marker Designator (SLAM D) from Safran Optics1 is a handheld laser acquisition marker which can also be tripod-mounted. This high-power designator also features a high-power NIR pointer with pulse feature, see-spot observation device with laser spot tracking and PRF code counting. Designed for one handed operation, it was envisioned to safely designate a target at 5 km but in testing they have performed out past 8 km.

Capabilities:

– NIR Pointer (830nm)

– Marker (1064 NM) >35mj

– Designator (1063 NM) >50mj

– 2hz & 5hz Pulse mode for CFF

– Deciphers up to 3 PRF codes simultaneously

– SWIR See-Spot

Learn more at www.optics1.com/products/slam-d.

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EuroOptic Exclusive – Daniel Defense M4A1 Rifle with Vortex AMG 1-10×24 FFP EBR-9 Super Short Scope

Friday, December 22nd, 2023

As soon as the elusive Vortex 1-10×24 Super Short Scope was revealed just over a year ago, folks have been trying to figure out how to get one and now is your chance. There’s a catch, well two catches. The first is that there are only 50 available and the second is that you have to buy a rifle along with it.

Now the rifle is pretty nice as well. It’s a Daniel Defense Daniel Defense M4A1 RIII 5.56mm NATO 14.5″ P&W Bbl Rifle and you also get the Vortex AMG 1-10×24 FFP EBR-9 Super Short Scope with the UK issue Reptilia Mount.

Regardless of the fact that this is a full system purchase at $5595, I expect these to go very quickly.

Here are the details:

Explore the exclusive EuroOptic Daniel Defense M4A1 RIII Rifle package featuring the highly sought-after Vortex AMG 1-10×24 Super Short Scope secured within a custom-designed Reptilia AUS mount. Limited to just 50 units, this package delivers a specialized combination of rifle, optic, and mount, drawing inspiration from the L403A1 weapons system recently adopted by the British Special Operations Forces.

Crafted around the Daniel Defense M4A1 RIII, a semi-automatic 5.56x45mm NATO rifle, this package boasts a 14.5” barrel, complemented by a pinned and welded flash hider, maintaining a 16” overall “barrel length” for non-NFA classification. Representing an enhanced iteration of the popular M4A1 platform, the M4A1 RIII incorporates numerous upgrades to optimize performance and user convenience.

Distinguishing itself with the exclusive RIS III rail system, an evolved version of the esteemed RIS II rail developed by SOCOM, the M4A1 RIII features the robust 6-Bolt, Bolt-Up system capable of enduring the recoil from an M203 grenade launcher. Further enhancing usability, its ambidextrous safety selector, bolt release, and charging handle empower both left and right-handed users to operate the rifle seamlessly without adjusting their dominant grip.

Atop this exceptional rifle, the Vortex AMG 1-10×24 34mm Super Short Riflescope, adorned with an EBR-9 First Focal Plane Reticle, rests within the precision-crafted Reptilia AUS optic mount. This American-manufactured scope, weighing a mere 18.85 ounces and measuring a compact 8.5 inches in length, ranks among the lightest and most compact scopes in its category. The EBR-9 Reticle, designed for close and medium-range engagements, combines an illuminated segmented circle dot for optimal visibility at 1x magnification with Christmas tree-style hold-overs for use at higher magnifications. Notably, this scope is currently exclusively available with the purchase of this rifle and optic package.

www.eurooptic.com/Daniel-Defense-M4A1-RIII-556mm-NATO-145-P-W-Bbl-Rifle-with-Vortex-AMG-1-10×24-FF

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FBI Selects Aimpoint Duty RDS and Aimpoint CompM4s for Rifle Red Dot Sights and Mounts Program

Thursday, December 21st, 2023

Manassas, Virginia – Aimpoint, the leading manufacturer and innovator of red dot sighting technology, has been chosen by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to supply Aimpoint® Duty RDS and Aimpoint® CompM4s optics for their Red Dot Sights and Mounts Program.

Following extensive testing of a broad selection of competitive optics, Aimpoint was awarded a five-year contract with a maximum award amount of $7 million for the compact Duty RDS™ sight, and an additional $4 million award for the larger format CompM4s sight. Deliveries of both sights to the FBI began at the end of 2023.

Designed to meet the demands facing today’s law enforcement officers, the Aimpoint Duty RDS is a high-performance reflex optic in a compact package. The all-new design offers a pressure-forged aluminum alloy housing, flush mounted windage and elevation adjustments with tactile clicks, and digital intensity adjustments for ease of operation under any conditions or while wearing gloves.

The Duty RDS features a one-piece torsion nut mount that attaches to all MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rails and provides an absolute co-witness sight picture with standard height iron sights. The Duty RDS provides 30,000 hours (3 years) of constant-on use using a single CR2032 battery powering a 2 MOA red dot and has 10 operating brightness settings. Compatible with all generations of night vision devices, this sight is also submersible up to 80 feet (25 meters).

The Aimpoint CompM4s is currently used and trusted by top-tier professional end users globally and has been type classified as the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force M68CCO (Close Combat Optic) for over two decades. Offering a 2 MOA red dot, the CompM4s is powered by a single AA battery for over 80,000 hours (8 years) of continuous use and over 500,000 hours in the night vision settings.

For more information on Aimpoint products, visit the company’s webpage: www.aimpoint.us

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Night Force Releases Limited Run of SOCOM Contract Scopes for Commercial Sale: Squad Variable Power Scope & Precision Variable Power Scope

Tuesday, December 19th, 2023

Limited production runs, 300 units each, of two Nightforce contract riflescopes have been released to select dealers.

The Squad Variable Power Scope (S-VPS) is the MIL-SPEC ATACRTM 1-8x24mm F1 and includes the accompanying accessories, mounting kit, tools, and manuals all in the commemorative hard case.

The Precision Variable Power Scope (P-VPS) is the MIL-SPEC ATACRTM 7-35x56mm F1 and includes the accompanying accessories, mounting kit, tools, and manuals all in the commemorative hard case.

The limited release of these riflescopes is available while supplies last from these select dealers:

EuroOptic

Mile High Shooting Accessories

MidwayUSA

Sport Optics

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Scalarworks – LEAP/12

Monday, December 18th, 2023

Another great item I missed earlier this year is the LEAP/12 from Scalarworks.

Weighing just 68 grams, this 2.26″ mount not only accepts the EOTech HWS but also integrates space for a 3X magnifier, replacing two commonly used mounts.

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