The new Hydra Mount from GBRS Group has certainly been the subject of a lot of discussion. To alleviate some of the questions, the guys have produced this video.
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GBRS Group Hydra Mount Overview
Friday, July 8th, 2022SIG SAUER – KILO6K-HD Compact Rangefinding Binocular
Thursday, July 7th, 2022
Designed with the Archery and Whitetail hunter in mind, the new SIG SAUER KILO6K-HD Compact is perfect as a lightweight option to minimize your kit, eliminating the need for a separate rangefinder and binocular. The KILO6K-HD Compact provides up to 6,000 yards of ranging off of reflective surfaces and up to 2,500 yards on big game animals.
Featuring BDX 2.0 Bluetooth Technology to work with all BDX equipped scopes and thermal optics, and onboard environmental sensors allowing for accurate real time ballistic calculations, the KILO6K-HD Compact provides the perfect solution for any rifle setup. The KILO6K-HD Compact also features fog mode to cut through morning haze and XR Extended Range mode to allow for longer range capabilities from a tripod, giving you maximum range both quickly and accurately.
Available in both 8×32 and 10×32 prescriptions, the KILO6K-HD Compact is the ideal solution for the minimalist hunter.
Sneak Peek – GBRS Hydra Mount
Wednesday, July 6th, 2022
The GBRS Hydra Mount – [AIMPOINT] is the first dual optic mount designed for end-users that offers a 2.91” Optic Centerline for faster target ID, regardless of gear/equipment obstructions.
Available 7/9 @ 1300 EDT only at gbrsgroupgear.com
HENSOLDT and THEON Receive OCCAR Contract for 20.000 Night Vision Goggles
Tuesday, July 5th, 2022Bonn, 5 July 2022 – The Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR) signed a contract amendment to an existing contract for binocular night vision goggles on behalf of Belgium and Germany with a Consortium consisting of HENSOLDT Optronics and THEON SENSORS. The contract amendment worth a mid-three-digit million amount activates the existing option of the supply of an additional 20.000 MIKRON Night Vision Goggles to the German Armed Forces while at the same time the delivery schedule shall be accelerated. The follow-up contract will be executed by the newly founded joint venture HENSOLDT Theon Night Vision.
The contract amendment furthermore covers various enhancements of MIKRON and changes to the system configuration as a result of the Operational Testing and Acceptance phase which was successfully passed by the end of February 2022.
At the signing of the contract in Bonn with Andreas Hülle, Head of the Optronics & Land Solutions Division and Managing Director of HENSOLDT Optronics, and Christian Hadjiminas, CEO of THEON SENSORS, the Director of OCCAR-EA Matteo Bisceglia stated: “The additional 20.000 Night Vision Googles (NVG) supply to the German Armed Forces proves the success and perspective of OCCAR’s program through the new joint venture company HENSOLDT Theon NightVision”.
Andreas Hülle said: “HENSOLDT and THEON have already worked together successfully in the past. Here, two European companies are working together in an exemplary way to equip the Belgian and German armed forces with state-of-the-art night vision equipment. This order is directly related to our growth strategy. Russia’s war against Ukraine shows how important networked high-performance sensor technology and optical systems are for equipping our armed forces in line with the times.”
Christian Hadjiminas, CEO of THEON SENSORS, added: “This new large contract amendment is a culmination of the successful cooperation between HENSOLDT Optronics and THEON SENSORS that opens doors for synergies and co-operation in other areas within Europe. The present growth is not only beneficial for the countries and companies involved, but also is strengthening the European industrial position in the worldwide context.”
The type of night vision goggles selected is the MIKRON, a Binocular Night Vision Google (BNVG) with two 16 mm residual light amplifier tubes and integrated infrared illuminator. They can be worn by the soldier either on the helmet or by means of a headgear system. The two monoculars can be folded away separately. MIKRON is powered by a single AA battery but can also be operated with an external battery pack should a longer operating time be required.
The accelerated delivery schedule of the enhanced MIKRON shall start with first deliveries this month, while the total current contractual quantity of 29.550 NVGs is planned to be concluded in the 3rd quarter of 2024. The increase in night vision capability for both programme participating states is critical in providing advanced equipment for their dismounted, airmobile and air assault soldiers as well as drivers of military vehicles.
ZeroTech Optics Unveils the Thrive HD Line of Reflex Sights
Friday, July 1st, 2022The latest addition to the ZeroTech range is the ready on demand Thrive HD Reflex sight with advanced shake awake technology to ensure it’s ready to go when you are! Built on a popular footprint, the Thrive HD Reflex will mount to most firearms. The Thrive HD reflex sight comes standard with a picatinny rail interface, allowing it to fit to shotguns, lever rifles, AR platforms and many more. By removing the picatinny rail interface, the Thrive HD reflex sight can mount directly to pistols with a slide cut and many accessories designated for the direct attachment of a reflex sight.
Features
• 3 MOA Dot
• 1x28mm
• 50,000 battery life on lowest brightness setting Convenient battery compartment location. No need to remove mount to change battery (side loading battery)
• Direct mount to pistols utilizing popular footprint for enhanced compatibility
• Molded rubber cover
• Auto shutoff
• Auto ON (integrated motion sensor)
• Adjustable brightness
• Supplied with Picatinny compatible base
• High and low rise versions (THDRS28H and THDRS28L)
• Guaranteed Waterproof and Shockproof
• AR lens coating specially developed for the least possible image distortion
Precision – Simplicity – Speed. ZeroTech Optics Announces the 6-24×50 Thrive HD First Focal Plane Precision Hunting Riflescope
Friday, June 24th, 2022
ZeroTech Optics is redefining long range hunting precision and all-round usability with the new Thrive HD First Focal Plane (FFP) series of riflescopes that has been developed for shooters and hunters who are looking for a ‘do it all’ riflescope. The combination of FFP and adjustable illumination enables the LR Hunter to mimic traditional reticles on low magnification. Whilst at higher powers, a level of precision is on offer to help you connect with the farthest targets. The LR Hunter is a true hybrid.
Available in 4-16x44mm & 6-24x50mm with the LR Hunter illuminated reticle.
• FFP Illuminated glass etched reticle – Facilitates precision at higher magnification and high speed at low magnification
• 30mm one piece tube
• Push Button Illumination with memory function and auto off feature
• Heavy Duty aluminium flip-up covers
• Capped, high performance resettable turrets (0.1 MRAD).
• 92% Light Transmission
• Weathershield lens coating
EOTECH Awarded SBIR Phase II Contract
Friday, June 17th, 2022Plymouth, MI (June 2022) – EOTECH, inventor and original manufacturer of Holographic technology for use on military, LE, hunting, and consumer firearms, has been awarded a follow up SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) contract for the development of a dual-color holographic head-up display for increased situational awareness and targeting in military aircraft.
This Phase II contract funds further development to produce a system that allows more information to be acquired faster without obscuring the pilot field of view, which leads to efficient decisions and reduced cognitive load on the end-user. Commercially, the developed technology may adapt to existing firearm weapon sights, and could provide customers with new functionality, such as overlaying waypoints or caliber data onto their field of view.
“We are extremely proud to have received this Phase II contract and are excited to continue developing this technology into a solution that enhances the performance of our pilots,” said Dennis Finnegan, President of EOTECH GOV. “EOTECH has been at the forefront of holography, dating back to the 1950’s, and has dedicated its existence to providing tools and technology that improve the performance and increase the safety of our warfighters.”
The SBIR program is intended to support scientific excellence and technological innovation that is moving from the lab to the market. Investing federal research and development funds into startups and small businesses yield positive results. It fosters a strong national economy and stimulates the creation of novel products, services, and solutions in the private sector; strengthens the role of small business in meeting federal research and development needs; increases the commercial application of federally supported research results; and develops and increases the US workforce, especially by fostering and encouraging participation by socially and economically disadvantaged and women-owned small businesses.
For more information, please visit www.eotechinc.com
Night Fision Tritium Optics Ready Sights
Sunday, June 12th, 2022Night Fision’s Optics Ready Stealth Series (ORS) tritium sights are engineered to offer a lower 1/3 co-witness, but with the new blade heights, a wider array of optics, and handgun combinations will see what is regarded as the best position for backup irons on a handgun with a slide-mounted optic.
As an alternative to repurposing Suppressor Height sights, ORS sights are designed from the dovetail up to work as backup sights for optics yet obscuring less of the optic window while still allowing three-dot sight alignment if needed.
Night Fision Stealth Pistol Optics Ready Sights
Night Fision is pleased to announce new blade height offerings for three manufacturers in their Optics Ready Stealth Series product line; Glock, SIG SAUER, and Heckler & Koch.
Stealth Glock Optics ReadySights
Designed to work with pistol optics, these Optics Ready Glock sights offer the perfect 1/3 co-witness tailored to the shooter’s preference. Additionally, they are serrated for low glare so you’ll never know they’re there until you need them.
Stealth SIG Sauer Optics Ready Sights
Designed to work with pistol optics, these Optics Ready SIG SAUER sights offer the perfect 1/3 co-witness tailored to the shooter’s preference. Additionally, they are serrated for low glare so you’ll never know they’re there until you need them.
Stealth HK VP9 Optics Ready Sights
Designed to work with pistol optics, these Optics Ready HK VP9 sights offer the perfect 1/3 co-witness tailored to the shooter’s preference. Additionally, they are serrated for low glare so you’ll never know they’re there until you need them.
Stealth Series FEATURES
- Green Tritium Vials in front and rear sights are housed in a ballistic-grade polymer
- Thin ring size on front sight balances visibility without distraction
- Perfect Dot front sights have a domed lens to focus glow for crisp sight picture and fluorescent rings guaranteed not to chip, crack, or break.
- Rear sight available in blank or with black polymer ringed Tritium.
- Serrated heavy-duty steel sight body complimented by a tough Nitride Coating
- Blade heights allow for various co-witness possibilities with a variety of optic, plate, and milling-depth combinations.
- Built in the USA with Swiss Tritium
These new sights are designed in a way that they are just high enough to clear the optic. In the past, many shooters have used suppressor height sights to co-witness with an optic. The problem with that is that clutters the optic sight window and can become distracting to the shooter. With many pistol optic manufacturers making larger sight windows, why would we want to impede that with tall irons?
The new Optics Ready Stealth tritium sights are designed to sit right at the bottom of the pistol optic sight window, allowing you to take full advantage of the sight picture, but still have co-witnessed irons as a backup.
“These additions to our most popular product line affirm that they truly are designed with our customers in mind,” said Rachel Maloney, Marketing Director for Night Fision, “that we can help our customers create their perfect sight picture and remove any barriers to both having the brightest night sights on the market mounted on their gun, yet avoid crowding their optic window when they aren’t needed.”
For more information on these products or other Night Fision offerings, visit the Night Fision website.
