The middle months of every year for me are occupied with optics testing. I’m well into my second decade of captaining the annual Outdoor Life optics test, but the content that I deliver to readers in ...

Between small-game rifles and precision target rigs, short-range plinkers, and rimfire ARs, there’s a .22 for every shooter and use, and every one of them needs a scope. The optics industry has ...

We’ve come a long way from the old general-purpose 4X fixed and 3-9X variable rifle scopes. The latest models tend to be very specialized, with scopes designed for specific types of hunting, for ...

** When you buy products through the links on our site, we may earn a commission that supports NRA's mission to protect, preserve and defend the Second Amendment. ** My old friend and a great sheep ...

With ammunition being in short supply at most stores, you want to sight in your rifle with the least amount of shots possible. Over the years, I’ve tried adjusting ...

In turkey hunting, the optic you put on your beard buster—whether a red dot sight or a standard fixed or variable scope—matters. And if you don't want an optic sitting atop your shotgun receiver, you ...

Before purchasing a thermal scope, it’s crucial to understand the different types available in the market. The two main categories are: Uncooled scopes – These are the most common thermal scopes for ...

With ammunition being in short supply at most stores, you want to sight in your rifle with the least amount of shots possible. Over the years, I’ve tried adjusting ...