Vortex Focal Plane Viper HS LR Riflescope

Vortex Optics

Middleton, Wis. --(Ammoland.com)- Always the innovator, Vortex Optics added first focal plane models to its popular Viper HS Riflescope series.

To the users eye, first focal plane reticles expand and decrease in size in a direct, proportional relationship to magnification. This is due to the reticle’s forward placement in the optical system. The benefit of that placement is all reticle sustentions remain constant and useable throughout the entire zoom range.

Translation – Your BDC and subtension reticle references are accurate at all magnifications. That’s right, no more having to double-check your scopes setting when that trophy of a lifetime steps out at distance, everything seems to be happening at once and you want to use your reticle’s drop references – or worse, using drop references on the incorrect magnification setting resulting in a poor hit or miss. It’s basically a failsafe measure.

“Many of our riflescopes built for tactical applications and long-range shooting where time is a critical variable employ first focal plane reticles and the advantages they offer,” said Joe Hamilton, Vortex Optics national sales manager.

“It just made sense to further incorporate them into our hunting riflescopes as an option for hunters who want to maximize their effective range during the types of high-pressure situations they can encounter in the field.”

The new first focal plane Vortex Viper HS models add a new twist to hunting-oriented riflescopes and are sure to turn heads. Reticle images and information are available on the vortexoptics.com Web site.

Available: 4-16×50 LR (XLR Reticle), 6-24×50 LR (XLR Reticle)

American-owned, Wisconsin-based Vortex Optics designs, engineers and distributes a complete line of premium binoculars, riflescopes, spotting scopes, tripods and related accessories. Dedicated to exceptional quality, value and unrivaled customer service, Vortex backs its products with its unconditional, lifetime VIP-warranty. Built on more than 20 years of experience in the optics industry, Vortex is rapidly emerging as a leading brand in the optics market.

Vortex – The Force of Optics | www.vortexoptics.com

Redfield Revenge Riflescope

Redfield

BEAVERTON, Ore. —-(Ammoland.com)- Redfield’s new Revenge line offers an exclusive “in-scope” ballistic ranging system and other premium features at commonly affordable prices for hunters and shooters.

The line includes five riflescope magnifications as well as a scope for crossbow hunting.

Revenge is the second Redfield-branded riflescope from Leupold & Stevens, Inc., joining the popular Revolution introduced in 2010. The new Accu-Ranger Ballistics System is unique to Revenge riflescopes. It allows hunters to determine the distance to commonly hunted animals and helps enhance shooting accuracy at longer ranges —out to 600 yards— without taking eyes off the target. With Accu-Ranger, there is no need to go back and forth between scope and rangefinder when setting up for a shot.

Revenge riflescope magnifications include 2-7x34mm, 3-9x42mm, 3-9x52mm, 4-12x42mm and 6-18x44mm. The Accu-Ranger system is available in all riflescope models except the 2-7x34mm. In addition, the Revenge 2-7x34mm ABS Crossbow scope comes with the Accu-Ranger Crossbow reticle.

“The Redfield Revenge is an all-new, one-of-a-kind series of riflescopes featuring our exclusive new Accu-Ranger Ballistics System,” said Pat Mundy, communications manager for Leupold & Stevens, Inc. “These riflescopes continue the Redfield tradition of top-notch optics priced within the means of most every hunter.”

With Accu-Ranger, the hunter simply uses the riflescope’s power selector ring to bracket the animal’s torso between the horizontal line of the reticle and the bottom of the top post. After determining the yardage from the reticle numbers, the hunter zooms the scope up to its highest power, and then uses the appropriate aiming point to shoot. Specific Accu-Ranger reticles include the Hunter, Sabot, Varmint and Crossbow. Other reticle options for Revenge riflescopes include the 4-Plex and Fine Plex, depending on model.

Additional riflescope features include:

• Fully multicoated lens system for outstanding image brightness, clarity and resolution. Performs well in low-light conditions.
• Pop-up, resettable ¼-MOA windage and elevation adjustments. Ensures adjustment precision and reliability, and a wide range of adjustment travel.
• Fast-focus eyepiece. Makes reticle focus easy to achieve and maintain.

Revenge riflescopes have a one-inch maintube and are nitrogen filled to make them waterproof, fog proof and shock proof. Exhaustive testing in the factory and field ensures the riflescopes’ reliability and durability. They are covered by the Redfield Limited Lifetime Warranty.

Manufacturer’s suggested retail prices range from $139.99 to $269.99. For more information, visit www.redfield.com or call 877-798-9686.

Acquired by Leupold & Stevens, Inc. in 2008, Redfield is now a brand of the Oregon-based company. The Redfield line includes Revolution and Revenge riflescopes, Rebel roof prism and Renegade Porro prism binoculars, Rampage spotting scope kits and Raider rangefinders. The Redfield Gun Sight Company was founded in 1909 by John Hill Redfield. Over the years, Redfield became one of the leading American manufacturers of sports optics, known for the performance, ruggedness and reliability of its products. The new Redfield line upholds that tradition and is sold worldwide to hunters, shooters, wildlife observers and other outdoor enthusiasts.

Leupold VX-HOG 1-4x20 Scope

Leupold Optics

BEAVERTON, Ore. --(Ammoland.com)- Boar hunters take note: Leupold’s new VX-HOG riflescope features an exclusive Pig Plex reticle for fast target acquisition and precise shot placement.

The VX-HOG is a 1.25-4x20mm riflescope, well suited for the terrain and conditions typical of wild boar country. Its Pig Plex reticle is calibrated to frame up a mature hog and provide just the right amount of lead on running boars.

“We are a sponsor of Brian ‘Pig Man’ Quaca, who inspired us to design riflescopes for passionate hog hunters,” commented Pat Mundy, communications manager for Leupold & Stevens, Inc. “With the VX-HOG, hog hunters everywhere are rigged for pig and ready for close-range, fast-paced action.”

The VX-HOG has Leupold’s Quantum Optical System, which includes lead-free, precision-ground and polished lenses with Leupold’s exclusive Multicoat 4 coatings for enhanced resolution, clarity and contrast. Carefully positioned in optimum relationship to each other, the lenses deliver up to 92 percent total light transmission.

Other features include finger-adjustable, ¼-MOA click windage and elevation dials that allow quick zeroing and easy adjustment in the field. The power selector ring incorporates a tactile indicator, making it easy to grasp and turn even while wearing gloves. A fast-focus eyepiece with a low-profile lock ring makes reticle focus easy to achieve and maintain.

The VX-HOG sports modern styling with a special “HOG” logo highlighting the exterior design. Like all Golden Ring riflescopes, the VX-HOG is waterproof, shockproof and fog proof.

Built for rugged use with a one-inch maintube manufactured from 6061-T6 aircraft-quality aluminum alloy, the VX-HOG is covered by Leupold’s Full Lifetime Guarantee.

For more information, visit a local dealer, go to www.leupold.com or call 1-800-LEUPOLD.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc., the preeminent American-owned optics company, employs hundreds of people in its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility near Beaverton, Ore. Family owned and operated, Leupold® offers products that are sold worldwide to hunters, competitive shooters, American military warfighters, law enforcement personnel and wildlife observers. The product line includes rifle, handgun and spotting scopes; binoculars; rangefinders; trail cameras; mounting systems; and optical tools and accessories.

Leupold Crossbones 2-7x33 Crossbow Scope

Leupold Optics

BEAVERTON, Ore. --(Ammoland.com)- Designed specifically for crossbow hunting, Leupold’s new Crossbones scope features an exclusive reticle integrated with a special power selector to maximize shooting accuracy.

The power selector is calibrated in velocity rather than magnification, allowing the hunters to easily match the ballistic profile of their arrows to the exclusive Crossbones Ballistic Reticle (CBR).

“Our CBR reticle is ideally suited to the function and power of today’s modern crossbow,” said Pat Mundy, communications manager for Leupold & Stevens, Inc. “The power selector ring allows shooters to effortlessly adjust to their arrow velocity and calibrate the CBR for the arrow at the same time.”

A 2-7x33mm scope, Crossbones offers all the optical performance and ruggedness typical of Golden Ring® riflescopes. Another key feature is Leupold’s Quantum Optical System™, which includes lead-free, precision-ground and polished lenses with Leupold’s exclusive Multicoat 4® coatings for enhanced resolution, clarity and contrast. Carefully positioned in optimum relationship to each other, the lenses deliver up to 92 percent total light transmission.

Finger-adjustable, ¼-MOA click windage and elevation dials allow quick zeroing and fine tuning in the field. The power selector ring incorporates a tactile indicator, making it easy to grasp and turn even while wearing gloves. A fast-focus eyepiece with a low-profile lock ring makes reticle focus easy to achieve and maintain.

Crossbones is waterproof, shockproof and fog proof. The scope is built for rugged use with a matte black one-inch maintube manufactured from 6061-T6 aircraft-quality aluminum alloy. It is covered by Leupold’s Full Lifetime Guarantee.

Weighing 9.9 ounces and measuring 11.3 inches in length, Crossbones sports modern styling with a gold-plated Leupold medallion highlighting the exterior design.

For more information, visit a local dealer, go to www.leupold.com or call 1-800-LEUPOLD.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc., the preeminent American-owned optics company, employs hundreds of people in its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility near Beaverton, Ore. Family owned and operated, Leupold offers products that are sold worldwide to hunters, competitive shooters, American military warfighters, law enforcement personnel and wildlife observers. The product line includes rifle, handgun and spotting scopes; binoculars; rangefinders; trail cameras; mounting systems; and optical tools and accessories.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc. is a Charter Supporter of the Hunting and Shooting Sports Heritage Foundation.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc., P.O. Box 688, Beaverton, OR 97075-0688, U.S.A.

Phone: (800) LEUPOLD or (503) 526-1400 • Fax: (503) 352-7621 • www.leupold.com

Burris MTAC Tactical Riflescope

Burris Optics

GREELEY, Colo. --(Ammoland.com)- Recognizing the explosive growth in 3-Gun competition shooting, Burris has developed a new line of riflescopes built to deliver precision, performance, versatility and shooter confidence.

The new MTAC line offers five new scopes that are designed for the tactical shooters and 3-gun competitors, but are versatile enough for use in the field.

The new MTAC series consists of a 1x-4x 24mm, 1.5x-6x 40mm, 3.5x-10x 42mm, 4.5x-14x 42mm and a 6.5x-20x 50mm. The MTAC 1x-4x 24mm, with its wide field-of-view and illuminated Ballistic CQ 5.56/7.62 reticle is the perfect companion for any AR-style firearm. This scope allows you to quickly and easily engage close targets or take precise aim to 600 yards. For those that want more versatility and confidence for the short-range fast shots, it is also available as a package with the popular FastFireä red-dot reflex sight. Like the 1x-4x scope, the 1.5x-6x 40mm offers an illuminated reticle, but is more suited when longer-range shots are more common.

For the long-range tactical shooter, the MTAC offers three scopes, 3.5x-10x 42mm, 4.5x-14x 42mm and a 6.5x-20x 50mm, all of which have adjustable parallax. All three scopes feature the popular G2B Mil-Dot reticle for precise aiming, distance measurement, holdover and hold off. Additionally these scopes sport the new MTAC Mil-Rad knobs with finger-adjustable/resettable dials for windage and elevation.

The five new riflescopes in the Burris MTAC line offer a generous four inches of eye relief, rubber-coated eyepiece and are made with rugged 30mm tubes. All lenses are precision ground optics that are index matched, multi-coated with the Burris proprietary HiLumeä coating for unsurpassed clear, sharp, high-resolution images.

The new MTAC scope line will be available at retailers in the first quarter of 2012. Suggested retail pricing is: 1x-4x 24mm, $399; 1x-4x 24mm with FastFire, $599; 1.5x-6x 40mm, $399; 3.5x-10x 42mm, $449; 4.5x-14x 42mm, $549; and 6.5x-20x 50mm, $699.

New Burris MTAC 30mm Riflescope Specifications:

Model                                                 1x-4x 24mm          1.5x-6x 40mm       3.5x-10x 42mm     4.5x-14x 42mm     6.5x-20x 50mm

Field of View (ft. @ 100 yds):          100 low–32 high     33 low–13 high       22 low– .5high        22 low-7.5 high       18 low-6 high

Exit Pupil (mm):                                  24 low–6 high         13 low–5 high         14 low–5 high         9 low-3 high            7.6 low-2.5 high

Click Value (ins. @ 100 yds.):          .5                             .25                           .5                             .25                           .25

Max. Adjustment (ins. @ 100 yds.): 130                          80                           80                            64                            50

Length (inches):                                11.3                         12.2                         13.1                         13                            14.5

Weight (ounces):                               17                            14.1                         16.6                         17.6                         18.2

Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Greeley, Colo., the Burris Company offers a complete line of premium optics which includes riflescopes for hunting, competition, law enforcement and military; handgun scopes; binoculars; spotting scopes; mounts and accessories. For more information, write to the Burris Company, 920 54th Avenue, Ste. 200, Greeley, CO 80634. For detailed product information, visit the company website at www.burrisoptics.com. Visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BurrisOptics.

Weaver Unveils Tactical Scopes Featuring Illuminated Reticles

Weaver Optics

ONALASKA, Wis. --(Ammoland.com)- Weaver introduces new tactical optics and accessories.

These tactical products are precision machined to the strictest tolerances to perform in adverse conditions.

The new accessories are made in the U.S.A. Tactical optics and accessories are now available.

Hostile Environments; Tactical Precision
Whether in-competition or on-duty, Weaver understands there is no room for error. That’s why Weaver engineered, designed and tested these tactical products to perform under the most severe conditions.

They feature fully multi-coated lenses and a one-piece, 30mm Argon purged tube. Waterproof, shockproof and fogproof tolerances deliver proven, rugged performance. And, new tactical accessories (MSRP: $37.95 – $100.49) enable precision shooters to outfit their firearms for each mission.

Tactical shooters can sight-in from a distance with new long and intermediate range scopes. These scopes boast advanced technology and ten illumination settings. First focal plane reticles and aggressive knurling provide fast, precise aiming. Aircraft-grade aluminum construction achieves greater strength and positive weight reduction.

“We take our tactical optics very seriously,” said Product Marketing Manager Tom Knudtson. “Our optics experts have done a lot of work on these reticles, glass and overall scope design to meet the needs of law enforcement professionals, military officers and other precision shooters.”

Mounting Systems
Four new tactical accessories are ideal for upgrading AR-style rifles. First, the Picatinny Riser Set minimizes weight and bulk while delivering optimal mounting height for a wide range of optic/ring combinations. Second, the full-length AR-15 Flat Top Riser Rail features 20 MOA of vertical cant to enable extended optics range adjustments.

The Weaver Tactical SPR (Special Purpose Rifle) 30mm Optics Mount delivers solid holding-power to withstand aggressive recoil. Hand-adjustable knobs enable no-tool installation and removal. The last new addition to the tactical lineup is Weaver’s Fixed Back-Up Iron Sight. It features no vertical or horizontal point-of-impact shift when switching from precision to CQB aperture, keeping shooters on target and in the action.

To learn more about the new optics, accessories and search through the complete Weaver lineup, visit www.weaveroptics.com.

Part No. Description

• 800363 3-15x50mm Illuminated Long-Range Scope
• 800364 1-5x24mm Illuminated Intermediate Range Scope
• 99482 AR-15/M16 Fixed Back-Up Iron Sight
• 99674 SPR 30mm Optics Mount
• 99658 Small Picatinny Riser Set
• 99675 AR-15 Flat Top Riser Rail; 20 MOA

About Weaver® Optics
Weaver Optics and Mounting Systems bring more than 80 years of innovation and expertise to the shooting experience. Engineered to be the most reliable optics systems, Weaver offers a full line of scopes and mounting systems. Weaver rings set a standard for which many mounting systems are still measured and continue to provide precision shooters with the most important part of their setup. For more information and product images, visit www.weaveroptics.com.

Hawke Varmint SF 6-24x44 1/2 Mil Dot Riflescope

NRAHuntersRights.org

Fairfax, VA--(Ammoland.com)- During the month of June, visit www.NRAhuntersrights.org for a chance to win a Hawke Varmint SF 6-24×44 1/2 Mil Dot riflescope—the perfect optic for long-range hunting and shooting.

To achieve the extreme accuracy required by varmint hunters and long-range shooters, Hawke’s Varmint SF scopes feature a precise, smooth-operating side focus wheel, ensuring a crisp, parallax-free sight picture at all distances.

The reticle is a newly developed ½ Mil Dot design (compatible with Hawke’s free online Ballistic Reticle Calculator) with additional aim points between every dot for increased precision.

Hawke’s ½ Mil Dot reticle is designed to be exact at 10X magnification and features multiple aim points for hold-over or hold-under, allowing compensation for long- and close-range shots.

The all-new optical system features fully multi-coated lenses with a 44mm objective lens, enhancing brightness, clarity and low-light performance. In addition, low, non-intrusive, BDC (bullet drop compensating) turrets (1/4 MOA) allow ‘dialing’ for long-range shots, and a streamlined fast focus ocular makes the scope easy to mount on rifles with large bolts.

Other features include Hawke’s waterproof, shockproof and fog proof design; all-weather grips; zoom thumb bump; and Hawke’s worldwide warranty. Free to one lucky entrant, this scope retails for $199.

For more information on Hawke’s Varmint SF riflescopes, as well as the company’s full line of hunting and shooting optics, visit www.hawkeoptics.com.

TO ENTER the June Gift Giveaway, visit www.NRAhuntersrights.org, scroll down to “Gift Giveaway” on the right side of the homepage, and follow the simple entry instructions. There is no cost to enter. Entries will be accepted now through June 30, and a winner will be announced July 1 on www.NRAhuntersrights.org.

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Bushnell Elite Series Handgun Scope

Bushnell Outdoor Products

Overland Park, KS. --(Ammoland.com)- The Bushnell Elite series handgun scope offers pistol and revolver shooters a tough, high quality scope designed to handle the heavy recoil of hunting loads.

The scope is forged from tough T5056 aluminum and built to withstand heavy use. The multi-coated lenses feature Ultra Wide Band (UWB) Coating, providing optimum brightness, true color across the light spectrum and constant light transmission of 90 percent.

Purged using Argon gas, the Elite series scopes are 100 percent waterproof and fog proof. Benefits of Argon-purging include a lesser likelihood of dissipation from the scope body, due to the large atom size, and the gas doesn’t create chemical reactions that can result in the corrosion or degradation of seals. The handgun scope also features the patented RainGuard HD lens coating, a permanent, water-repellant coating that causes moisture to bead up and scatter less light, allowing the scope to perform in inclement weather.

The Elite handgun scope is available in a 2-6x 32mm configuration with 20 inches of constant eye relief, making it ideal for handguns with heavy recoil. It is available in either matte black or silver with a suggested retail price of $299.99.

For more information about Bushnell Products visit www.bushnell.com or call 800-423-3537.

Bushnell Outdoor Products is a global manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer products based in Overland Park, Kansas. Bushnell Outdoor Products sells its products worldwide under the Bushnell®, Tasco®, Serengeti®, Bollé, Uncle Mike’s Law Enforcement®, Stoney Point®, Hoppe’s®, Butler Creek®, Cébé®, Uncle Mike’s®, Final Approach®, Simmons® and Millett® brand names. For information about any of these brands or products, please contact Bushnell Public Relations at (913) 752-6105.

Sinclair Scope Ring Lapping Tool Combo Kit

Sinclair Reloading International

Fort Wayne IN --(Ammoland.com)- A fine riflescope demands a precision, stress-free mounting system to obtain top optical performance on your rifle. That’s where Sinclair International’s Scope Ring Lapping Tool Combo Kit, #80-2500, comes in.

Designed to install all 1″ and 30mm riflescopes, this kit contains the Sinclair Scope Ring Alignment Tool, 1″ and 30mm Sinclair Scope Ring Lapping Tools, plus a container of lapping compound, all conveniently packaged in a fitted protective hard case.

Used together, these tools ensure perfect scope ring alignment, preventing stresses that can distort or bend a scope tube. A bent tube distorts the scope’s optical axis, which requires excessive windage and elevation adjustments and impairs the scope’s light transmission.

Bases, rings and rifle actions from different manufacturers may not be perfectly true in regard to alignment tolerances, sometimes even needing shims under the ring bases (also available from Sinclair) to achieve proper ring alignment. The Sinclair Scope Alignment Tool uses two pointed rods to reveal and correct ring misalignment. Doing this step first, and shimming as needed, will reduce the amount of lapping necessary to obtain perfect alignment.

Unlike other pointed rod alignment tools, the Sinclair tool uses adjustable rods riding in precision-machined collets set into tool bodies mounted in the scope rings. This eliminates the need to loosen and retighten the rings repeatedly to adjust rod point length.

Sinclair’s Scope Ring Lapping Tools are precision-ground to a tolerance of +/- .0005 inches. Each tool comes with a one-inch and a 30mm lapping bar, handle and lapping compound for about five sets of scope rings. The lapping bars are 10 inches long to efficiently lap your scope rings to perfect alignment.

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Sinclair International is the world’s premier supplier of high-quality reloading tools, components and accessories plus unique benchrest shooting supplies. Stocking more than 10,000 items, the company supplies reloaders and precision shooters worldwide. To order, or for more information, call 800-717-8211 or visit sinclairintl.com and mention AmmoLand.

Leupold Scout VX2 1 5x40 Angled Scope

Leupold Tactical Optics

BEAVERTON, Ore. --(Ammoland.com)- Hunters and shooters can now order a VX-II 1.5-4x28mm scout riflescope through the Leupold Custom Shop.

Ideal for scout rifles, lever action rifles or any rig that calls for mounting optics in front of the receiver, the VX-II variable scout scope helps the shooter quickly get on target with 8.75 inches of optimum eye relief on low power (7.75 inches on high power). Numerous reticle options are available.

The VX-II variable scout scope is among the first of a series of products that will be launched exclusively through the Leupold Custom Shop.  It joins a 3x20mm fixed-power riflescope that was introduced earlier this year.

“We have already seen a lot of interest in the variable scout scope, even though it is not in our regular line,” said Pat Mundy, communications manager for Leupold & Stevens, Inc.  “Those who want more information on this and other new offerings should contact our custom shop directly.”

Other key features of the VX-II variable scout scope include Leupold’s proprietary Multicoat 4 lens system for a bright, clear image, and ¼-MOA field click adjustments for windage and elevation.

The scope has a one-inch maintube, measures nearly 11 inches in length and weighs only 8.8 ounces.  Field of view at 100 yards on the lowest magnification is 41.7 feet (16.5 feet on the highest magnification).

Like all Golden Ring optics, the VX-II 1.5-4x28mm scout scope is waterproof and fog proof, and is backed by Leupold’s Full Lifetime Guarantee.  For more information, call 1-800-LEUPOLD.  Additional information on the Leupold Custom Shop is available at www.leupold.com.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc., the preeminent American-owned and -operated optics company, employs more than 700 people in its state-of-the-art facility near Beaverton, Ore., where rugged, dependable, high-performance Golden Ring optics, Mark 4 riflescopes and Redfield Revolution riflescopes  are designed, machined and assembled.  Leupold is a fifth-generation, family owned company whose products are sold worldwide to hunters, competitive shooters, American military warfighters, law enforcement personnel and wildlife observers. The product line includes rifle, handgun and spotting scopes; binoculars; rangefinders; trail cameras; flashlights; mounting systems; and optical tools and accessories.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc. is a Charter Supporter of the Hunting and Shooting Sports Heritage Foundation.

Leupold UltimateSlam 3-9x40 Camo Scopes

Leupold Tactical Optics

BEAVERTON, Ore. --(Ammoland.com)- Utilizing an exclusive camouflage application technology for superior durability, Leupold now offers the popular Mossy Oak Break-Up and Mossy Oak Treestand hunting patterns on VX-I and UltimateSlam 3-9x40mm scope models.

Leupold’s advanced anodization process bonds the camo pattern directly to the scope body, ensuring an extremely tough and long-lasting finish, without adding thickness to the maintube diameter. The VX-I and UltimateSlam scopes are the first to feature this process.

One of the most versatile camo patterns, Mossy Oak Break-Up is effective in various hunting environments, from flooded timber to deep woods. Mossy Oak Treestand is designed specifically for whitetail deer hunters who shoot from an elevated position, providing concealment among the bare limbs of a tree in late fall.

“With these field-proven camo patterns, our VX-I and UltimateSlam scopes are a great choice for deer hunters concerned with concealment, whether they use a rifle, muzzleloader or shotgun,” commented Pat Mundy, communications manager for Leupold & Stevens, Inc. “Our unique anodization process, combined with the ruggedness typical of all our scopes, will deliver years of reliable performance, season after season.”

The VX-I camo riflescopes have the time-tested Duplex reticle, micro-friction dials marked in ¼-MOA increments for easy windage and elevation adjustments, and Leupold’s classic lockable eyepiece for a secure focus. UltimateSlam scopes are designed to enhance accuracy with muzzleloaders and shotguns. Each UltimateSlam pairs Leupold’s exclusive Sabot Ballistics Reticle (SA.B.R.) with an innovative power selector ring that allows hunters to synchronize their gun with their preferred load.

In addition, VX-I and UltimateSlam scopes feature Leupold’s Standard Multicoat lens system for a bright, clear image. Like all Golden Ring scopes, they are waterproof and fog proof, and tested under extreme conditions to ensure ruggedness and durability.

VX-I and UltimateSlam scopes are backed by Leupold’s Full Lifetime Guarantee. For more information, visit a local dealer, go to www.leupold.com or call 1-800-LEUPOLD.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc., the preeminent American-owned and -operated optics company, employs more than 700 people in its state-of-the-art facility near Beaverton, Ore., where rugged, dependable, high-performance Golden Ring optics, Mark 4 riflescopes and Redfield Revolution riflescopes are designed, machined and assembled. Leupold is a fifth-generation, family owned company whose products are sold worldwide to hunters, competitive shooters, American military warfighters, law enforcement personnel and wildlife observers. The product line includes rifle, handgun and spotting scopes; binoculars; rangefinders; trail cameras; flashlights; mounting systems; and optical tools and accessories.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc. is a Charter Supporter of the Hunting and Shooting Sports Heritage Foundation.

Leupold Tactical Optics

BEAVERTON, Ore. --(Ammoland.com)- Leupold’s long history of optics innovation for hunting continues with the new illuminated FireDot Reticle System, now available exclusively in VX-R riflescopes.

The system includes five different reticle choices: FireDot Duplex, Ballistic FireDot, FireDot Circle, FireDot 4 and the FireDot Pig Plex.

A fiber optic light pipe with a meticulously cut and polished tip provides an illuminated dot, which can be easily seen in bright light, yet is not overpowering in low-light conditions. Once activated, the dot illuminates with bright, sharp definition, while the rest of the reticle remains non-illuminated.

This combination leads the eye naturally to the center aiming point and makes target acquisition quick, precise and simple.

“The tried-and-true Duplex reticle was invented by Leupold in the early 1960s; our FireDot Reticle System continues that tradition of innovation,” said Pat Mundy, communications manager for Leupold & Stevens, Inc.

“An all-new fiber optic LED illumination method is employed for the FireDot, which offers reticle options for a wide range of hunting applications.”

Leupold Optics FireDot Reticle System

Designed for fast target acquisition, each FireDot reticle features an extra-bright centerpoint dot. The FireDot Duplex has the versatility for a broad range of game. Ideal for extended-range shooting, the Ballistic FireDot is well suited for varmint, antelope and big game at longer distances.

The FireDot Circle is designed specifically for fast-moving targets, including dangerous game, pigs and even turkeys. With its bold post, the FireDot 4 helps draw the eye to the center of the reticle and keeps the upper field of view free of obstructions. The FireDot Pig Plex is calibrated to frame up a mature hog and provide just the right amount of lead on running boars.

VX-R riflescopes feature a single push button illumination system with Leupold’s own Motion Sensor Technology (MST™). A touch of the button illuminates the dot within the reticle. By repeatedly pressing the button, the user can select between eight different intensity settings including a high-low indicator, which flashes when either the maximum or minimum intensity is reached. After five minutes of inactivity, the illumination system automatically switches to stand-by mode, but reactivates at the same intensity setting whenever the rifle is moved. This helps extend battery life and, by reducing movement, allows the hunter to maintain greater stealth in the field.

VX-R models include 1.25-4x20mm, 2-7x33mm, 3-9x40mm, 3-9x50mm, 4-12x40mm and 4-12x50mm. Each is available with one or more of the FireDot reticle options. The illumination system is powered by a CR-2032 coin cell battery, readily available around the country

Sporting Leupold’s familiar Golden Ring, VX-R riflescopes are backed by the company’s Full Lifetime Guarantee. Riflescopes with illuminated reticles are legal for use in all states that allow centerfire rifles for big game hunting. For more information, visit a local dealer, go to www.leupold.com or call 1-800-LEUPOLD.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc., the preeminent American-owned and -operated optics company, employs more than 700 people in its state-of-the-art facility near Beaverton, Ore., where rugged, dependable, high-performance Golden Ring® optics, Mark 4® riflescopes and Redfield® Revolution™ riflescopes are designed, machined and assembled. Leupold is a fifth-generation, family owned company whose products are sold worldwide to hunters, competitive shooters, American military warfighters, law enforcement personnel and wildlife observers. The product line includes rifle, handgun and spotting scopes; binoculars; rangefinders; flashlights; trail cameras; mounting systems; and optical tools and accessories.

Leupold’s New VX-R HOG Illuminated Riflescope

Leupold Tactical Optics

BEAVERTON, Ore. --(Ammoland.com)- Boars beware – Leupold has introduced the VX-R HOG illuminated riflescope featuring a specially designed FireDot Pig Plex reticle for fast target acquisition and precise shot placement.

The new VX-R HOG is a 1.25-4x20mm riflescope, well suited for the terrain and conditions typical of wild boar country.

Its FireDot Pig Plex reticle is not only illuminated, but calibrated to frame up a mature hog and provide just the right amount of lead on running boars.

“As a sponsor of Brian ‘Pigman’ Quaca, we wanted to design a riflescope that matches his passion and commitment to hog hunting,” commented Andy York, vice president of sales, marketing and technology for Leupold & Stevens, Inc.

“Brian and his fellow boar hunters around the country are now rigged for pig with the VX-R HOG, which offers true daylight-capable illumination, a bright and crisp aiming point, low-profile mount and a forgiving eyebox that allows a quick and comfortable cheek weld.”

The HOG and other VX-R illuminated riflescopes combine proprietary powered fiber optic technology and the exclusive FireDot reticle to provide hunters with exceptional target definition and acquisition, in the bright light of day as well as the low light of dawn or dusk.

VX-R scopes feature a single push button illumination system with Leupold’s own Motion Sensor Technology (MST). A touch of the button illuminates the dot within the reticle. By repeatedly pressing the button, the user can select between eight different intensity settings including a high-low indicator, which flashes when either the maximum or minimum intensity is reached. After five minutes of inactivity, the illumination system automatically switches to stand-by mode, but reactivates at the same intensity setting whenever the rifle is moved. This helps extend battery life and, by reducing movement, allows the hunter to maintain greater stealth in the field.

In addition, the VX-R has a fiber optic light pipe with a precisely cut, meticulously polished tip designed to deliver an illuminated dot that can be easily seen in bright light, yet is not overpowering in low-light conditions. Once activated, the dot illuminates with bright, sharp definition, while the rest of the reticle remains non-illuminated. This combination leads the eye naturally to the center aiming point and makes target acquisition quick, precise and simple.

Other key features of the VX-R HOG:

• Leupold’s Index Matched Lens System®, which maximizes light transmission to produce an extremely bright, sharp image across the visual field
• Blackened lens edges for enhanced light transmission, clarity and contrast
• DiamondCoat, an ion-assisted lens coating for optimal light management and maximum abrasion resistance
• One-turn, non-locking eyepiece to provide smooth, fast and precise focus adjustment for users of different visual acuity, from nearsighted to farsighted
• Precision finger click adjustments for windage and elevation (1/4-MOA)
• Leupold’s most durable twin bias spring erector system
• Second generation Argon/Krypton waterproofing
• CR-2032 coin cell battery, readily available around the country

The VX-R HOG has a rugged 30mm matte black maintube and a sleek design that reduces bulk atop the rifle. Sporting Leupold’s familiar Golden Ring, the scope is backed by the company’s Full Lifetime Guarantee. Riflescopes with illuminated reticles are legal for use in all states that allow centerfire rifles for big game hunting. For more information, visit a local dealer, go to www.leupold.com or call 1-800-LEUPOLD.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc., the preeminent American-owned and -operated optics company, employs more than 700 people in its state-of-the-art facility near Beaverton, Ore., where rugged, dependable, high-performance Golden Ring® optics, Mark 4® riflescopes and Redfield® Revolution riflescopes are designed, machined and assembled. Leupold is a fifth-generation, family owned company whose products are sold worldwide to hunters, competitive shooters, American military warfighters, law enforcement personnel and wildlife observers. The product line includes rifle, handgun and spotting scopes; binoculars; rangefinders; trail cameras; flashlights; mounting systems; and optical tools and accessories.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc. is a Charter Supporter of the Hunting and Shooting Sports Heritage Foundation.

Konus Optics

Miami, Florida –-(Ammoland.com)- Konus will unveil new additions to its successful line of optics at SHOT Show 2011, taking place on January 18-21, 2011 in Las Vegas, NV.

The KonusPro Impact line of riflescopes will make its official debut at the show, boasting exclusive Konus ballistic reticles that provide precise ranging to 550 yards, and also include windage reference points.

The line is made up of three models: 4-16×50 (MSRP$199.99); 3-9x40IR (MSRP $159.99) and 3-9×40 (MSRP $129.99). All three feature the ballistic reticle, one-piece tube construction, multi-coated optics, glass-engraved reticle, 1/4 MOA finger adjustments and much more.

“The new KonusPro Impact scopes help you take the guesswork out of long range shooting without having to rely on holdover scenarios. We’ve also incorporated our engraved reticle technology to alleviate any fear of blowing out your reticle,” said Mark Shore, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Konus USA.

“The line has models for medium to long range shooters that are sure to satisfy.”

Also joining Konus’ family of optics is the new Sight Pro Fission, a revolutionary electronic dot sight that is one of the smallest and lightest dot sights on the market. During testing, its lightweight and durable construction allowed for thousands of test rounds to be fired, with absolutely no effect on its point of impact.

Unlike most sighting devices in its class, the Sight Pro Fission powers on and off with a slide switch, rather than by going into sleep mode. It also includes dual color and a dual mounting system, which allows for mounting on standard weaver style bases or 3/8 / dovetail bases for small bore applications. The MSRP for the Sight Pro Fission is $129.99.

“This is a perfect device for pistols and shotguns used for skeet and trap shooting, as well as riflescopes used for sports and hunting. It is also ideal for law enforcement,” added Shore.

All of the new Konus products will be unveiled at SHOT Show 2011. Please visit Konus at booth 642.

About KONUS
For more than 30 years, Konus has provided customers with the highest quality European-designed products for their sporting needs, with special attention given to avid hunters and tactical shooters. Konus products range from riflescopes to spotting scopes and from electronic dot sights to binoculars (and more), with all KonusPro products warranted under a Limited Lifetime Replacement Warranty. Konus’ world headquarters are based in Verona, Italy, while KONUS USA headquarters are based in Miami, Florida. For more information, please call 305-262-5668 or visit www.konususa.com.

New iphone App For Nikon’s SPOT ON Software

Nikon Hunting

Melville, NY --(Ammoland.com)- Nikon’s ballistic matching program, Spot On, is now available as an app for your iPhone.

Spot On allows users to select from the largest database of factory ammo and reloading components ever assembled to build the perfect plan for dialing in their rifle, handgun or muzzleloader.

Shooters around the world now have a tool to help them match their preferred load to their style of shooting and to their style of riflescope and reticle.

“Spot On has been a huge hit with shooters and hunters around the world,” said Jon LaCorte, senior product marketing manager Nikon Sport Optics.

“Now with the new iPhone app they can access it anytime they have their phone.”

Available options include:

• Detailed sight-in info to match the user’s goals
• Ballistic reports for the bullet and load
• Trajectory, field references and ballistic graphs
• Adjustable atmospheric conditions
• Adjustable magnification for the ultimate dialing-in of BDC reticles
• Determine point blank range for Nikoplex reticles with adjustable target/vital size

While nothing can replace time spent shooting on an actual range, Nikon’s Spot On technology/program allows shooters to decide from thousands of load and sight -in options for specific hunts or shooting styles. Never before have so many variables been brought into one tool for rifleshooters.

Nikon’s Spot On app is available as a download from the iTunes app store for $4.99. Spot On is also available to use for free at nikonhunting.com/spoton.

Nikon Inc. is the U.S. distributor of Nikon sports and recreational optics, world-renowned Nikon 35mm cameras, digital cameras, speedlights and accessories, Nikkor lenses and electronic imaging products.

For more information on Nikon’s full line of Riflescopes, Binoculars, Spotting Scopes, Fieldscopes and Laser Rangefinders, please contact: Nikon Sport Optics, 1300 Walt Whitman Rd., Melville, NY 11747-3064, or call 1-800-645-6687. www.nikonhunting.com.

Horus Vision

San Bruno, CA --(Ammoland.com)- A question we receive more than often is, “How do I maintain that perfect zero once I’ve already done it? I seem to keep losing it.”

Keeping a perfect zero is tough, because there are a combination of mechanical and physiological factors that can alter the configuration of the relationship with the scope and gun.

Above is a video of the president of Horus Vision with a simple guide to zeroing your riflescope.

What changes your zero?

Cleaning
When you clean your gun, you are moving parts around, which most likely will shift your alignment

Tightening
Any time you tighten:

• Screws
• Rings
• Pillar Bolts

You are again shifting the original alignment, especially if you do not apply equal distribution of torque on component parts

To avoid unequal distribution, a torque tool is a good way to tighten everything up equally.

Mixing Ammo
To maintain the perfect zero, you cannot switch up the ammunition. You have to shoot with the same brand, types, and weights.

Temperature
Dramatic ranges of temperature will change your zero, because the air density affects the velocity of the bullet. With increased temperature, there is a higher velocity.

Personal Shooting Practices
If you change up any of the following, you will most likely alter your zero:

• Having another individual shoot the gun for you
• Holding loose vs. tight on the shoulder
• Holding loose vs. tight on the cheek weld

Differing your Gun Rest
Be sure to use the same kind of gun rest, whether it is a sand bag, mechanical rest, box, etc. It should be stable and easy to repeat the same position each time.

Transportation of Weapon
Even if you don’t mishandle your weapon in the slightest, it is possible that a shift of zero could occur.

• Turret knobs Not Covered

If the turret knobs are not protected, they can rub against clothing, gear, storage bags, scabbard, etc. If the knobs turn, it will definitely shift over your alignment and cause your point of impact to be off.

Defective scope
Having a defective scope is a possibility, but it is not likely. If you have taken conscientious efforts to avoid any of the above in your shooting endeavors and you still aren’t accomplishing that zero, then maybe you really do have a defective scope and need to get that checked!

About:
Horus brings cutting-edge technology to long-range shooting to help you shoot farther with ultimate accuracy. Horus reticles, scopes, ballistics software and accessories offer a simpler solution for making fast, precise, bulls-eye hits consistently. Our easy-to-use reticle design and targeting software deliver dramatic improvements no matter what your skill level. Visit: www.horusvision.com

Horus Vision

San Bruno, CA --(Ammoland.com)- How do I zero my weapon?

When you buy your riflescope, a wonderful idea would be to attach it to the gun and VOILA! You’re ready to shoot!

Unfortunately, that fantasy is not the reality, and there are some steps that need to be taken to align the crosshairs of the scope with the muzzle of the gun.

What you need to zero in your weapon

• Rifle
• Rings
• Scope
• A Range or Appropriate Shooting Location with all the Proper Precautions
• Sand Bags or Mechanical Rest
• Two Boxes of Ammunition (at least)
• Ear and Eye Protection

Step 1: You need to be familiar with your gun and scope. Know where the windage and elevation knobs are on your scope. The elevation knob is usually on the top, and the windage should be on the right.

If you have never mounted a scope to your gun and you’re unsure, PLEASE take it to a competent gunsmith and have them mount it.

Step 2: At the range, a common distance to zero at is 100 yards, but you may wish to select a different distance depending on purpose or preference.

Step 3: You need to position your rifle in a secure set-up, whether it is on a table, with sandbags or a mechanical rest, or in the prone position. This will enhance your ability to make a consistent shot. You should avoid kneeling or standing without a table or some means of steadying the rifle securely. The elimination of vibrations or wavering is absolutely essential in obtaining a good zero. You want your set-up to be consistent each time. A good, steady rest is the key for a consistent, repeatable zero.

Step 4: Now, in order to make sure your first shot is on the paper, and to save ammo, I suggest you boresight your rifle. TIME OUT!

To boresight, remove the bolt from the rifle and make sure your rifle is secure on sandbags or on a mechanical rest. Look through the rifle bore from the rear of the rifle. Locate the target and place in the middle of the bore. You will want to move the rifle until you can see the target centered in the field of view through the barrel. Once you have done that, do not move the rifle, but adjust the scope, using the elevation and windage knobs accordingly to align the crosshairs on the target.

Step 5: Once you’ve sighted in, reinsert the bolt and get the rifle in a steady shooting position.

Recommendation: Dry fire now! Carefully sight in the target and very gently squeeze the trigger. Practice 5-10 times to get acquainted with the trigger for a smooth, rather than jerky pull.

Step 6: Now you’re ready to affirm the boresighted zero. Load the rifle with one shell and check your shooting position. Make sure the rifle is solidly mounted on a rest, and adjust your shoulder and cheek on the gun with adequate pressure. Line the crosshairs of the scope on the center of the target. Now, gently press the trigger for the shot.

Here you will want to fire three shots, to make sure the grouping is consistent, eliminating any flyers.

Step 7: Identify where your bullets struck the target by looking through a spotting- or riflescope, or physically examining the target. In most cases than not (hopefully) they will land where you intended.

Step 8: If necessary, you can make corrections to further refine your zero. To correct to the dead center of the target, adjust the elevation and windage knobs accordingly.

If the bullet struck low and right, for example, you’ll want to adjust the elevation knob on top, upping the appropriate distance, so the elevation is correct. Sometimes this is a guessing game. The same holds true for windage. Look on the knob for the indicator of which direction controls movement to the left/right on the side. Since the bullet struck too far to the right, in this case, you’ll be adjusting the knob (left) to the appropriate distance.

Repeat Step 6

Step 9: More often than not, you will need to make several refinements in order to find the perfect zero.

We recommend shooting three shots each time, again, to eliminate flyers.

Note: Based on a hundred yard zero for…

• Hunting rifles, a 1 ½ – 2 inch zero is a respectable group for hunting ammo
• Long range hunting rifles, a 1 inch zero is a respectable group
• Target Rifles, a sub-half minute is a respectable group

SUGGESTION: Before leaving the range, check that screws on your scope mount and your pillar bolts are tight. Repeat Step 6 to assure you have the perfect zero.

BAM! You should have hit the bull’s-eye! You are zeroed in and ready to rock!

About:
Horus brings cutting-edge technology to long-range shooting to help you shoot farther with ultimate accuracy. Horus reticles, scopes, ballistics software and accessories offer a simpler solution for making fast, precise, bulls-eye hits consistently. Our easy-to-use reticle design and targeting software deliver dramatic improvements no matter what your skill level. Visit: www.horusvision.com

Nikon Ar15 Tactical Scopes

AR15.com

Honeoye Falls, NY -(Ammoland.com)- Last week we joined Nikon in St. Loius, MO at their Spot On Invitational Event for a special look and hands-on experience with their new optics line.

This included a full day of shooting using their spotting scopes, range finders, and scopes. I’m happy to say that among the bolt action rifles, muzzle loaders, shotguns, and handguns, in various calibers from .22LR to 300WM, AR-15s represented more than half of the dozens of firearms available.

The day began with an overview of their product line and the Spot On software and website. This is a Java application that gives the registered user (registration is free) access to a very complete ballistics database, and allows you to generate and print ballistics reports for your rounds and also provide data to customize the Nikon reticles for your load. Rather than attempt to describe how the software works, there are a couple of videos on the Nikon site.

The M-223 line of rifle scopes is designed for the AR-15, and includes 5 new scopes all engineered for the .223/5.56mm NATO round (although with a 55gr polymer tip bullet). There is a 1-4×20 with a Point Blank Reticle, and then a 2-8×32, and a 3-12x42SF both available with a NikoPlex or BDC 600 reticle. The NikoPlex reticle is a standard duplex reticle, and these scopes come equiped with a Rapid Action Turret which allows you to dial your distance out to 600 yards. The BDC 600 reticle is graduated for shots out to 600 yards, and both are on the second flocal plane.

Nikon Hunting

We spent the day firing these as well as a number of other Nikon optics (Monarch X for those looking for a 30mm mildot scope), and all performed well throughout the day. Engaging targets with the ARs out to 600 yards was easy, and this included steel, paper targets, and small 1lb containers of Tannerite. I ran various scopes through box tests, manipulating their adjustments up and down, and various other exercises. Using the BDC reticles made quickly engaging multiple targets at various ranges quick and effortless. Nikon has succeeded in providing a good quality optic with a relatively low price for hunters, recreational shooters, and professionals alike.

Along with the various scopes, Nikon had their line of binoculars, spotting scopes, and range finders on hand. A small, 10×42 pair of binoculars will soon be added to my kit, and their high-end spotting scopes made spotting at 600 yards extremely simple. Last but not least, their rangefinders worked reliably and consistently at all ranges tested (once the fog lifted!), and includes the only LCD/LED viewfinder; under bright light it uses an LCD display, but in low light it switches to an LED display for easy reading.

All in all, a very successful day at the range, and a ton of fun. I can honestly say that not only will I be recommending Nikon optics to others, but I will be adding a few of them to my own collection.

About:
AR15.Com originated in 1996 as a mailing list for firearm enthusiasts. As the years passed and interest grew, a website came into existence to present those same enthusiasts with a means to collect, share, and explore information. Shortly afterwards, a bulletin board was added to create a more interactive experience for the growing list of users. The site was still in it’s infancy, but was growing in popularity. Visit: www.ar15.com

Leupold Close Quarters/Tactical (CQ/T) Riflescopes with CM-R2 Reticle

Leupold Tactical Optics

BEAVERTON, Ore. –-(Ammoland.com)- Leupold’s Tactical Optics Division introduces the CM-R2 reticle, which allows tactical and competitive shooters to quickly and accurately estimate range and engage targets.

By combining the ranging ability of Leupold’s Special Purpose Reticle (SPR) with the quick acquisition of the Leupold Circle Dot reticle, the CM-R2 provides the flexibility necessary on the modern battlefield or 3-gun course. The CM-R2 preserves the instinctive fire capabilities of the Circle Dot for the short-range, low magnification needs of the 3-gun competitor or CQB warfighter.

The CM-R2 is designed to allow the shooter to focus more attention on the target and less attention on the reticle. A boldly illuminated 0.5 MOA dot surrounded by a 5.0 MOA semi-circle enhance the shooter’s focus and combine precision with speed when the target is up close and personal. Hash marks on the horizontal stadia are calibrated for leading moving targets at 5, 10 and 15 mph, respectively. Vertical tic marks allow users to estimate ranges based on 18” wide targets at increasing ranges, while also providing precise holdover points for targets between 300 and 900 meters.

“The CM-R2 reticle makes our battlefield-proven Mark 4 MR/T and CQ/T line of riflescopes even more versatile,” said Kevin Trepa, Leupold’s vice president of tactical sales and marketing. “American warfighters and civilian shooting enthusiasts alike will enjoy the fast-ranging capabilities of this reticle.”

For optimum results, riflescopes with the CM-R2 reticle should be zeroed at 200 yards using M855 5.56mm NATO/.223 Remington ammunition producing a muzzle velocity of 2,810 fps with 62 grain FMJ bullets.

The CM-R2 is available in Leupold Mid Range/Tactical (MR/T) and Close Quarters/Tactical (CQ/T) riflescopes. Leupold has offered precision optics for tactical applications since the 1983 introduction of Ultra riflescopes, which were designed to excel under the most extreme battlefield conditions. Today, more long-range Leupold Tactical Optics are in service with the U.S. military than any other brand. For more information on Leupold Tactical Optics, go to www.leupold.com or call 1-800-LEUPOLD.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc., the preeminent American-owned and -operated optics company, employs more than 600 people in its state-of-the-art facility near Beaverton, Ore., where rugged, dependable, high-performance Mark 4 and Golden Ring optics are designed, machined and assembled. Leupold is a fifth-generation, family-owned company whose products are sold worldwide to military warfighters, law enforcement personnel, hunters, competitive shooters and wildlife observers. The product line includes rifle, handgun and spotting scopes; binoculars; rangefinders; flashlights; mounting systems; and optical tools and accessories.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc. is a Charter Supporter of the Hunting and Shooting Sports Heritage Foundation.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc., P.O. Box 688, Beaverton, OR 97075-0688, U.S.A.

(800) LEUPOLD or (503) 526-1400 • Fax: (503) 352-7621 • www.leupold.com

Win a Trijicon AccuPoint Scope at NRAhuntersrights.org

NRAHuntersRights.org

Fairfax, VA--(Ammoland.com)- If you’ve ever been frustrated by your current riflescope’s inability to perform well in low-light conditions, visit www.NRAhuntersrights.org during the month of September for a chance to win a Trijicon AccuPoint 3-9×40 riflescope.

Trijicon’s AccuPoint line features a battery-free, self-illuminating reticle for a vivid aiming point in any light, be it dusk, dawn, or sometime in between.

The AccuPoint is the only variable-power riflescope that combines both fiber optics and a built-in self-luminous Tritium Phosphor Lamp, meaning the aiming point automatically glows in low-light conditions—without the need for batteries. The model we’re giving away comes with a standard crosshair and green dot aiming point.

Other great features include easy-focus eyepieces, multi-coated lenses that gather loads of light with zero distortion, long eye-relief, and a manual brightness override that allows you to easily adjust the brightness of your aiming point. An aircraft-grade aluminum body and matte-black finish ensures this scope is durable and perfectly suited for any hunting situation. A set of lens caps, Trijicon LensPen cleaning tool, and Trijicon’s lifetime warranty are included.

Free to one entrant, this scope retails for $815. For more information on Trijicon’s AccuPoint line of riflescopes, visit www.trijicon.com.

To submit your name for the Trijicon giveaway, visit www.NRAhuntersrights.org and scroll down to “Gift Giveaway” for simple entry instructions. Entries will be accepted Sept. 1 through Sept. 30, and a winner will be announced on Oct. 1.

For the most up-to-date information about your hunting rights there’s just one source: www.NRAhuntersrights.org.

Dedicated to the mission of the NRA, Trijicon has donated many of its shooting optics, including its

AccuPoint riflescopes, ACOG shooting scopes, and red dot sights for pistols, to help NRA instructors teach kids the fundamentals of shooting at the NRA Whittington Center Adventure Camp.

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For the most up-to-date information about your hunting rights there’s just one source: www.NRAhuntersrights.org.

SWAROVSKI OPTIK BRT Tactical Z6(i) 1-6x24 riflescope

Swarovski Optik

Cranston, Rhode Island -(Ammoland.com)- SWAROVSKI OPTIK NORTH AMERICA LTD, an Austrian based company, announces the BRT Tactical reticle for short to medium range tactical shooting.

The BRT Tactical reticle is available in the Z6(i) 1-6×24 riflescope (illuminated and non-illuminated). Its true 1X magnification, illuminated dot and long range reticle combine to make an ideal scope for tactical applications.

The 1X magnification allows the shooter to keep both eyes open for faster target acquisition during close range shooting.

The ends of the marker bars are designed for wind compensation up to 20 mph and the marker bars and dots provide precise long range capability. The Z6(i) 1-6×24 is available with a newly designed throw lever for fast power adjustment in the field.

SWAROVSKI OPTIK BRT Tactical Reticle

SWAROVSKI OPTIK will provide decals for typical AR platform rifle calibers in 16” and 20” barrel length. If the load you are using is not on the supplied decals, please visit the BRT Ballistic Calculator which can be can be found at WWW.SWAROVSKIOPTIK.COM.

Using the SWAROVSKI OPTIK BRT online Ballistic Calculator is the most efficient way to determine the down range values of the BRT.

Tom Hogan, of SWAROVSKI OPTIK says, “The BRT has been designed with the tactical shooter’s needs in mind.

The easy to use and very precise reticle combined with our Z6(i) 1-6×24 takes all the best features of the scopes on the market today and combines them into one perfect scope.

With the increased interest in tactical shooting lately we are very excited to bring this new reticle to the market”.

Check out the new BRT at http://www.swarovskioptik.us/en_us/products/57

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Nikon M-223 Rifle Scope Honored With Field & Stream “Best Of The Best” Award

Nikon Hunting

Melville, NY - -(Ammoland.com)- The Nikon M-223 2-8×32 riflescope was put through a vigorous test by a Field & Stream panel of judges and awarded “Best of the Best” for 2010.

The staff of testers agreed the M-223 is innovative and the absolute best in optics. Recognizing the popularity of AR rifles, Nikon has developed a new line of riflescopes built to deliver extreme speed, accuracy and shooting confidence.

The M-223 line offers five new riflescopes, all engineered for the .223 Rem./5.56mm NATO round with 55-grain polymer tipped bullet with a muzzle velocity of 3240fps. With Nikon’s latest reticle and adjustment technologies, the M-223 integrates the same level of quality as the flagship Monarch riflescopes.

“Field & Stream’s “Best of the Best” recognizes outstanding products in our industry,” said Jon LaCorte, Senior Product Marketing Manager, Nikon Sport Optics. “We are thrilled our M-223 Series was selected as Field & Stream 2010’s “Best of the Best.””

The 2-8×32 is available with Nikon’s all new BDC 600 reticle or the Nikoplex reticle with Nikon’s new Rapid Action Turret system; both are ballistically matched to the 223 Rem. round and offer unprecedented speed in dialing-in your shots for virtually any known distance—from 0 to 600 yards. The M-223 2-8×32 comes standard with Nikon’s Anti Reflective Device (ARD) to eliminate objective lens glare. MSRP is $349.95 for the 2-8×32 with BDC 600 reticle and $329.95 for the 2-8×32 with Nikoplex reticle.

Nikon Inc. is the U.S. distributor of Nikon sports and recreational optics, world-renowned Nikon

For more information on Nikon’s full line of Riflescopes, Binoculars, Spotting Scopes, Fieldscopes and Laser Rangefinders, please contact: Nikon Sport Optics, 1300 Walt Whitman Rd., Melville, NY 11747-3064, or call 1-800-645-6687. www.nikonhunting.com.

Butler Creek Tactical Scope Covers

Butler Creek

Overland Park, KS. --(Ammoland.com)- The new Tactical Scope Cover Set from Butler Creek offers shooters a high quality set of covers to protect their optics from dust, dirt and abrasions.

The covers are designed to fit the popular tactical red dot 30mm tubes. They can be quickly folded down with the push of a finger when time is critical.

The covers also have a set of rudimentary sights on top that can be used if there is no time to flip the covers down.

Butler Creek Tactical Scope Covers are great for military and tactical applications, as well as anyone using a 30mm red dot sighting device.

• SKU–40010
• Retail Price — $15.00

For more information, visit www.butlercreek.com or call consumer inquiries at 800-423-3537.

Bushnell Outdoor Products is a global manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer products based in Overland Park, Kansas. Bushnell Outdoor Products sells its products worldwide under the Bushnell, Tasco, Serengeti, Bollé, Uncle Mike’s Law Enforcement, Stoney Point, Hoppe’s, Butler Creek, Cébé, Millett, Uncle Mike’s, Final Approach and Simmons brand names. For information about any of these brands or products, please contact Bushnell Public Relations at (913) 752-6105.

Leupold Mark 4 ER/T 6.5-20x50mm Front Focal scope with M5 adjustments

Leupold Tactical Optics

BEAVERTON, Ore. –-(Ammoland.com)- Leupold’s Tactical Optics Division has upgraded its Mark 4 Extended Range/Tactical (ER/T), Long Range/Tactical (LR/T) and Mid Range/Tactical (MR/T) riflescopes to give American warfighters and snipers an even greater edge on the modern battlefield.

The upgrades also offer numerous optical advantages for hunters, competition shooters and other civilian shooting enthusiasts.

Primary upgrades include Leupold’s Xtended Twilight Lens System, as well as options such as M5 0.1 mil windage and elevation adjustment dials, Horus reticles, front focal plane reticles and third-generation illuminated reticles. Selected options can be retrofitted for existing Mark 4 riflescopes, depending on model.

“These upgrades further enhance our field-proven line of Mark 4 riflescopes,” said Kevin Trepa, Leupold’s vice president of tactical sales and marketing.

“Our mission to serve the unique needs of American warfighters and demanding civilian shooters continues as we develop precision optics to help them take maximum advantage of the reach and power of their rifles.”

New ER/T, LR/T and MR/T models feature the Xtended Twilight Lens System – Leupold’s best lens coating technology for low-light conditions. The system utilizes Leupold’s index matched glass with lens coatings designed to optimize the transmission of low-light wavelengths. As a result, shooters receive a crisper, brighter sight picture in dim light than ever before.

Following are key features of the available options:

• M5 windage and elevation adjustment dials have audible, tactile 1/10 (0.1) milliradian clicks to match range-estimating, mil-based reticle options. This allows fast and easy correction in the field, resulting in greater shooting precision.
• Horus reticles are mil-based and employ an advanced two-dimensional grid system that helps enhance both accuracy and ease of use. The fine grid marks do not obscure targets and thus allow rapid engagement, while the intuitive design can dramatically reduce training time. Horus reticle options include the H26, H27, H36, H37 and H58.
• Front focal plane reticles allow the operator to use the scope on any magnification while retaining the exact spacing of range-estimating reticle features (the reticle magnifies with the image). Consequently, the operator can accurately estimate range and calculate holdovers at all power settings.
• Leupold’s third-generation illuminated riflescope reticles advance the technology with an array of features designed to provide a user-friendly, intuitive system for fast target acquisition in tactical low-light situations. Third-generation illumination offers a 15 percent brighter reticle, eight different intensity settings (two compatible with night-vision equipment) and redesigned control dials to enhance ease of use.

While no single Mark 4 riflescope can be fitted with all the upgrade options, numerous variations exist and most models are capable of accepting multiple upgrades. To determine specific options available for particular scopes, contact Leupold Tactical Optics at 1-800-LEUPOLD.

Ready for deployment, Mark 4 ER/T, LR/T and MR/T riflescopes are waterproof, fog proof and shock proof. A 30mm maintube provides exceptional strength and allows for a wide range of windage and elevation adjustment. Exhaustive testing in the factory and field ensures durability. Flip-open lens covers are standard issue. Each scope comes in a matte black finish and is covered by the company’s Tactical Optics Warranty.

Leupold has offered precision optics for tactical applications since the 1985 introduction of Ultra riflescopes, which were designed to excel under the most extreme battlefield conditions. Today, more long-range Leupold Tactical Optics are in service with the U.S. military than any other brand. For more information on Leupold Tactical Optics, go to www.leupold.com.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc., the preeminent American-owned and -operated optics company, employs more than 600 people in its state-of-the-art facility near Beaverton, Ore., where rugged, dependable, high-performance Golden Ring® and Mark 4 Rifle Scope optics are designed, machined and assembled. Leupold is a fifth-generation, family-owned company whose products are sold worldwide to military warfighters, law enforcement personnel, hunters, competitive shooters and wildlife observers. The product line includes rifle, handgun and spotting scopes; binoculars; rangefinders; flashlights; mounting systems; and optical tools and accessories.

Lucid Optics

Riverton, Wy -(Ammoland.com)- LUCID, LLC., a relatively new entry in the shooting sports field has introduced the second in what is to be a long line of new and innovative products for the shooting sports Industry.

The new LUCID 3x magnifier, is a stand alone, mount in-line magnifier. It has a 30mm tube for mounting and outstanding optical quality. True to LUCID’s form, this magnifier exhibits optical quality and features that are commonly seen on competitive items at much higher price points.

The 3x magnifier offers a crystal clear image, with a field of view of 40ft @ 100yds, a comfortable eye relief of 3” and impressive optical performance. We are certain that the 3x magnifier will add precision to any red dot use. The magnifier is built on a rugged aluminum frame that is rubber armored, with optics that are 100% waterproof, shockproof (.308 tested) and Fog Proof (Nitrogen purged) for extreme durability. There is an adjustable focus on the ocular ring to ensure clarity for all shooters.

Please note, The new LUCID 3x magnifier is compatible with ALL red dots.

Lucid founded in 2009, Since its introduction in the market LUCID has experienced some very positive successes with the HD7 Red dot sight. Sportsman, Law Enforcement and military personnel have all contributed to the success of LUCID. The entire goal in creating LUCID was to design, develop and offer innovative shooting optics at affordable prices. The 3x magnifier was simply one of the logical next steps.

Look for us at a dealer near you or find us on line at www.mylucidgear.com.

NikonHunting.com Just For Hunters And Shooters

Nikon Hunting

Melville, NY - -(Ammoland.com)- Nikon understands that providing readers with the most up-to-date information is a priority for you. Because of that please change your records to note that the correct web address for Nikon sport Optics is www.nikonhunting.com.

In an effort to connect with the consumer and provide a web environment that gives the information hunters and shooters want, we are making a concentrated effort to drive people toward www.nikonhunting.com.

“While a consumer can find some of the products on the Nikon USA website, Nikon is such a large company producing many varied product lines, we felt a site dedicated solely to the hunting and shooting sports was paramount,” said Jon LaCorte, senior product marketing manager Nikon Sport Optics.

“For example, only at nikonhunting.com can you find Nikon’s new ballistic reticle matching software Spot On as well as bios of our pro staffers and current Nikon Hunting news.”

Nikon greatly appreciates the effort all of you put into providing accurate information to your audience.

Nikon Inc. is the U.S. distributor of Nikon sports and recreational optics, world-renowned Nikon 35mm cameras, digital cameras, speedlights and accessories, Nikkor lenses and electronic imaging products.

For more information on Nikon’s full line of Riflescopes, Binoculars, Spotting Scopes, Fieldscopes and Laser Rangefinders, please contact: Nikon Sport Optics, 1300 Walt Whitman Rd., Melville, NY 11747-3064, or call 1-800-645-6687. www.nikonhunting.com.

Leupold VX-3 3.5-10x40mm CDS Riflescope

NRAHuntersRights.org

FAIRFAX, Va. --(Ammoland.com)- The June Gift Giveaway on NRAhuntersrights.org features one of the most advanced pieces of shooting gear we’ve offered yet-a Leupold VX-3 3.5-10x40mm CDS riflescope.

The VX-3 features Leupold’s Xtended Twilight Lens System for increased brightness in low light; DiamondCoat 2 scratch-resistant lens coating; blackened lens edges for reduced light diffusion; an internally threaded, lockable, fast-focus eyepiece; and Leupold’s famous Argon/Krypton gas waterproofing technology. Windage and elevation can be fine-tuned with cryogenically treated, ¼-MOA, finger-click adjustments.

This scope also comes with Leupold’s Custom Dial System (CDS)-you contact Leupold with your ballistics data, and they’ll send you a dial custom built to match the caliber and load you’re using. Sighting-in at different ranges will be quick and easy.

The scope has a matte black finish and duplex reticle, comes with scope caps, and is backed by Leupold’s full lifetime guarantee. As a final touch, each VX-3 scope is mounted with a 24k gold-plated ring and medallion. Free to one lucky winner, this scope retails for $499.99.

To enter, visit www.NRAhuntersrights.org and scroll down to “Gift Giveaway” for simple entry instructions. Entries will be accepted June 1 through June 30, and a winner will be announced on July 1. (Entries must be made each month to be eligible for a Gift Giveaway. Entries made prior to June 1 will not qualify for the June giveaway.)

In addition to entering our giveaway, we invite all hunters to submit their hunting photos for our Trophy Gallery. If you shot a great buck last fall, or if you bag a boss gobbler this spring, we want to see it. Simply e-mail your photo to huntersrights@nrahq.org and put “Trophy Gallery” in the subject line. All photos should be sharp, tasteful, and display safe gun handling practices.

Include the following information with your submission:

• Your name and hometown
• Date and location of the hunt
• Firearm used
• Type of species

For the most up-to-date information about your hunting rights there’s just one source: www.NRAhuntersrights.org. For more on Leupold’s other high-quality products, visit www.leupold.com.

MidwayUSA Weaver Tactical Rifle Scope

Midway USA

Columbia, MO --(Ammoland.com)- MidwayUSA, a catalog and Internet retailer offering Just About Everything for Shooting, Reloading, Gunsmithing and Hunting, is pleased to announce the Weaver Tactical Grand Slam rifle scope, made exclusively for MidwayUSA.

“For 33 years, MidwayUSA has been the source for quality products to improve shooting,” says Sean Doke, Optics Product Line Manager at MidwayUSA.

“The Tactical Grand Slam rifle scope was designed by MidwayUSA, in conjunction with Weaver Optics, to provide our Customers with the unique features they’ve asked for in a tactical rifle scope.”

This tactical scope features Weaver’s Micro-trac adjustment system, resettable 1/10 mil radian (MIL) windage and elevation turrets and a Mil-dot reticle, also known as MIL/MIL. The combination of these three features enables quick, precise windage and elevation corrections, as well as the ability to range the distance of objects of known size. With a MIL/MIL scope, a shot 1.5 mils low would require an elevation turret adjustment of 1.5 mils (15 clicks). This eliminates MOA conversions and allows the shooter to make adjustments quickly without having to do any math. The scope also features a 3x–10x magnification, a fast-focus eyepiece, 94% light transmission, and a 40mm objective.

The Weaver Tactical Grand Slam 3-10x rifle scope is covered by Weaver’s Lifetime Warranty and retails for only $399.99.

For more information about MidwayUSA or the Weaver Tactical Grand Slam, please visit midwayusa.com or call 1-800-243-3220.

For 80 years Weaver has been producing proven optics, rings and bases; generations of shooters have come to rely on Weaver’s rugged construction, quality components and unwavering commitment to the shooting sports

Weaver Optics

ONALASKA, Wis. --(AmmoLand.com)- Weaver®, one of the most trusted names in optics, rings and bases celebrates their 80th anniversary with a limited edition K-Series™ K4 steel tube scope. Shipped in a vintage collector’s tin with handsome Timex® Expedition watch, this 4x38mm commemorative scope (MSRP: $486.49) is scheduled for a spring 2010 release.

Return to Weaver roots
For those shooters who love the K-Series and the nostalgia of bygone years, this commemorative K4 fixed power scope is a reflection of a timeless classic.

“We know that millions of hunters were brought up under the Weaver name,” states Tom Knudtson, Weaver’s product line manager. “And many of them fondly remember their first steel tube K4. It was often passed down to future generations of hunters. The K4 remains a true classic and was an obvious choice for our 80th anniversary scope.”

More of a good thing
Just like the original K-Series scopes, the limited edition K4 features the rugged styling of the original combined with many benefits of modern optics technology.

• 4x38mm fixed power
• Rugged steel tube construction
• Fingertip adjustable 1/4″ MOA turrets
• Dual-X reticle
• Eye relief: 3.2 inches / Length: 11.5 inches / Weight: 15.3 ounces
• Shipped in an 80th anniversary collectable tin with Timex Expedition watch

The celebration continues
In addition to the commemorative K4 scope, Weaver’s 80th anniversary celebration continues with the addition of several new products within the Weaver lineup. Parent company ATK has demonstrated their willingness to put significant resources into the Weaver brand. Look for more celebration news throughout 2010 as Weaver continues to aggressively promote their brand.

For more information and Weaver’s 2010 products, news, promotions or product images, visit www.weaveroptics.com.

ATN Night Arrow Sight

American Technologies Network

South San Francisco, CA –-(AmmoLand.com)- The ATN Night Arrow 4-2 night vision weapon sight features the latest ATN advanced technologies in a compact, lightweight, rugged weapon scope perfect for target acquisition, sport shooting or varmint hunting.

Available in a variety of Image Intensifier Tube configurations to fit any budget, the Night Arrow 4-2 features one-knob operation and mounts to a standard weaver rail.

Housed in a non-reflective matte-black composite body, the 4-times magnification glass lens features a “Red on Green” reticle system with a 1/4 MOA adjustment.

The illuminated center red reticle provides for optimal contrast against a dark or light target. Using just one AA battery the Night Arrow will run 30 hours providing exceptional optics.

ATN Night Arrow 4-2 Specifications:

• Intensifier Tube: Generation 2+
• Reticle: Red on Green
• Windage & Elevation ¼ MOA
• Magnification: 4X
• Lens System: F1.2, 50mm
• Field of View: 7.5°
• Range of Focus: 10m to Infinity
• Diopter Adjustment: +6/-4
• Power Supply: One 1.5V AA size battery
• Battery Life: 30 hours
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +50°C
• Storage Temperature: -50°C to +70°C
• Dimensions: 280 x 103 x 93 mm
• 11” x 4.1” x 3.7”
• Weight: 1.4 kg (3.1 lb.)
• MSRP: $1,495.00

About:
Night Vision by ATN – Night Vision Goggles, Scopes, Binoculars and Riflescopes is the worlds most trusted brand of Night Vision Equipment. At ATN our brand of Night Vision Devices, Night Vision Binoculars, Night Vision Mon-oculars, Night Vision Scopes and Daytime Rifle Scopes are widely recognized as the most innovative and highest quality made. Visit: www.atncorp.com

Bushnell Trophy XLT Scope

Bushnell Outdoor Products

Overland Park, Kan. --(AmmoLand.com)-  Bushnell has redesigned their top selling line of Trophy series scopes for 2010 with a host of new upgrades.

The new Trophy XLT scopes feature fully multi-coated lenses that provide an incredible 91% light transmission.

The scopes have a new stylish sleeker design with slimmed down bells, a new integrated saddle and a redesigned easy to operate power change ring with the magnification numbers facing the shooter for faster in the field adjustments.

The new Euro design windage and elevation knobs are finger adjustable for quick and easy sight-in or in the field changes. The windage cap features the new Trophy XLT logo.

Each new Trophy XLT scope also comes with a set of Butler Creek flip open caps.

Current models available are:
SKU Description Retail Price

• 733944 3-9X40 Multi-X gloss $149.99
• 733944S 3-9X40 Multi-X silver $149.99
• 733960B 3-9×40 DOA 600 matte $169.99
• 733960AB 3-9×40 DOA 250 in Realtree AP HD $169.99
• 733960BP 3-9×40 DOA 250 matte $169.99
• 731432AP 1.75-4×32 Circle-X Realtree AP HD $149.99
• 731432 1.75-4×32 Circle-X matte $129.99
• 732633 2-6×32 Multi-X matte $199.99
• 734120 4-12×40 Multi-X matte $199.99
• 734120B 4-12×40 DOA 600 matte $219.99
• 736186 6-18×50 Multi-X matte $289.99
• 733960 3-9×40 Multi-X matte $149.99

For more information on Bushnell Products visit www.bushnell.com or call 800-423-3537 for consumer inquiries.

Bushnell Outdoor Products is a global manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer products based in Overland Park, Kansas. Bushnell Outdoor Products sells its products worldwide under the Bushnell®, Tasco®, Serengeti®, Bollé®, Uncle Mike’s Law Enforcement®, Stoney Point®, Hoppe’s®, Butler Creek®, Final Approach®, Simmons® and Cébé® brand names. For information about any of these brands or products, please contact Bushnell Public Relations at (913) 752-6105.

Bushnell Elite 4200 Tactical FFP Scope

Bushnell Outdoor Products

Overland Park, Kan.--(AmmoLand.com)- The new Bushnell Tactical FFP scope has a host of features that will quickly make it a favorite of anyone who requires a tactical model scope.

The lenses are fully multi-coated for 95% light transmission and feature RainGuard® HD coating to ensure a clear sight picture in inclement weather.

The scope has a 30 mm tube for greater adjustment at longer ranges. The finger adjustable target turrets have .1 Mil click values for fine target adjustment and the side focus knob provides a crisp clear picture at any distance.

The mil-dot reticle is green illuminated along the first focal plane to help in low light shooting conditions, allowing the shooter to utilize the mil dot reticle at any power.

Two models will be available – one 6-24×50 with a suggested retail of $999.99 and the other in 3-12×44 with a suggested retail of $849.99.

For more information on Bushnell Products visit www.bushnell.com or call 800-423-3537 for consumer inquiries.

Bushnell Outdoor Products is a global manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer products based in Overland Park, Kansas. Bushnell Outdoor Products sells its products worldwide under the Bushnell®, Tasco®, Serengeti®, Bollé®, Uncle Mike’s Law Enforcement®, Stoney Point®, Hoppe’s®, Butler Creek®, Final Approach®, Simmons® and Cébé® brand names. For information about any of these brands or products, please contact Bushnell Public Relations at (913) 752-6105.

Nikon Hunting

Melville, NY --(AmmoLand.com)- Recognizing the popularity of AR rifles, Nikon has developed a new line of riflescopes built to deliver extreme speed, accuracy and shooting confidence.

The M-223 line offers five new riflescopes, all engineered for the 223 Rem./5.56mm NATO round with 55-grain polymer tipped bullet with a muzzle velocity of 3240fps.

With Nikon’s latest reticle and adjustment technologies, the M-223 integrates the same level of quality as the flagship Monarch riflescopes.

“The recent surge in AR-type rifle purchases means there is a new group of customers out there learning just how much fun owning an AR is,” said Jon LaCorte, senior product marketing manager Nikon Sport Optics.

“We’ve built the M-223 family to help them enjoy and use their rifles no matter if it’s for competition, varmint or predator hunting or just plinking fun.”

All of the new M-223 riflescopes feature Nikon’s famous fully multicoated optics, up to 95% light transmission, waterproof/fogproof/shockproof performance and lifetime warranty.

Designed for AR carbines and popular 3 gun competitions, the 1-4×20 with Point Blank reticle features an extremely large exit pupil for low light performance and a super wide field of view.

The all-new Point Blank reticle technology means incredibly accurate and fast shooting from zero to 200 yards thanks to thick reticle posts and purpose-designed 3-MOA center dot for instant targeting on paper or steel plates.

The 2-8×32 is available with Nikon’s all new BDC 600 reticle or the Nikoplex reticle with Nikon’s new Rapid Action Turret system; both are ballistically matched to the 223 Rem. round and offer unprecedented speed in dialing in your shots for virtually any known distance—from 0 to 600 yards.

The big brother of the M-223 lineup, the 3-12×42 with side focus parallax adjustment lays down a serious power range for your most extreme shooting. For long range shooting speed and precision, this new riflescope helps take full advantage of the performance of the 223 Rem. round—from zero out to 600 yards. Available with Nikon’s new BDC 600 reticle or the Nikoplex reticle with the all-new Rapid Action Turret technology.

Additionally, the 3-12×42 and 2-8×32 come standard with Nikon’s Anti Reflective Device (ARD) to eliminate objective lens glare. MSRP for the M-223 family is $279.95 for the 1-4×20 with Point Blank Reticle, $349.95 for the 2-8×32 with BDC 600 Reticle, $329.95 for the 2-8×32 with Nikoplex reticle, $449.95 for the 3-12×42 with BDC 600 and $429.95 for the 3-12×42 with Nikoplex reticle.

Nikon m223 Rifle Scopes

Nikon Inc. is the U.S. distributor of Nikon sports and recreational optics, world-renowned Nikon 35mm cameras, digital cameras, speedlights and accessories, Nikkor lenses and electronic imaging products.

For more information on Nikon’s full line of Riflescopes, Binoculars, Spotting Scopes, Fieldscopes and Laser Rangefinders, please contact: Nikon Sport Optics, 1300 Walt Whitman Rd., Melville, NY 11747-3064, or call 1-800-645-6687. www.nikonhunting.com.

Nikon Turkeypro Shotgun Scope

Nikon Hunting

Melville, NY – -(AmmoLand.com)- Just in time for 2010 spring turkey seasons, Nikon introduces the new1.65-5x36mm TurkeyPro Shotgun Scope with Ballistic Turkey Reticle (BTR) available in Realtree APG, Mossy Oak Break Up or matte black to match your shotgun’s finish.

The new BTR reticle is designed to work as a ranging tool as well as an aiming device. The BTR’s circle within a circle construction allows shooters to use convergence to know when a turkey steps into range. Hunters simply place the small circle, on low power, or the large circle, on high power, to cover or subtend the turkey from head to wattles at 40 yards. The center circle acts as the aiming point and allows the shooter to still “see” the exact target spot even on low power.

The innovations with this turkey scope don’t stop with the reticle system. The TurkeyPro also features a removable Anti-Reflective Device (ARD), a first for turkey hunters.

“Using an ARD in a turkey-specific scope is a first but it makes perfect sense given a turkey’s amazing eyesight and spooky nature,” said Jon Allen, General Manager Nikon Sport Optics. “The new TurkeyPro uses input from some of the country’s best turkey hunters and is the first scope to combine all those years of experience into one scope.”

Five full inches of eye relief means hunters can comfortably and safely mount this scope on even the hardest kicking magnum shotguns. With a super bright exit pupil of 7.2mm and Nikon’s multicoated lens you can hunt right up to roost time. The durable one-inch tube features hand turn ¼-MOA adjustment and a 50-yard parallax setting. Multicoated lens provide 92% Light Transmission for excellent low light performance.

The new TurkeyPro BTR is available in Realtree APG or Mossy Oak Breakup with a MSRP of $279.95 or in a matte finish with an MSRP of $249.95. All feature the new Ballistic Turkey Reticle and will be available in plenty of time for spring 2010 hunting seasons.

Nikon Inc. is the U.S. distributor of Nikon sports and recreational optics, world-renowned Nikon 35mm cameras, digital cameras, speedlights and accessories, Nikkor lenses and electronic imaging products.

For more information on Nikon’s full line of Riflescopes, Binoculars, Spotting Scopes, Fieldscopes and Laser Rangefinders, please contact: Nikon Sport Optics, 1300 Walt Whitman Rd., Melville, NY 11747-3064, or call 1-800-645-6687. www.nikonhunting.com.

Bushnell Outdoor Products

Overland Park, Kan. — -(Ammoland.com)- Bushnell has redesigned their top selling line of Trophy series scopes for 2010 with a host of new upgrades.

The new Trophy XLT scopes feature fully multi-coated lenses that provide an incredible 91% light transmission.

The scopes have a new stylish sleeker design with slimmed down bells, a new integrated saddle and a redesigned easy to operate power change ring with the magnification numbers facing the shooter for faster in the field adjustments.

The new Euro design windage and elevation knobs are finger adjustable for quick and easy sight-in or in the field changes. The windage cap features the new Trophy XLT logo.

Bushnell Trophy XLT Scope

Each new Trophy XLT scope also comes with a set of Butler Creek flip open caps.

For more information on Bushnell Products visit www.bushnell.com or call 800-423-3537 for consumer inquiries.

About:

Bushnell Outdoor Products is a global manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer products based in Overland Park, Kansas. Bushnell Outdoor Products sells its products worldwide under the Bushnell®, Tasco®, Serengeti®, Bollé®, Uncle Mike’s Law Enforcement®, Stoney Point®, Hoppe’s®, Butler Creek®, Cébé®, Millett®, Uncle Mike’s®, Final Approach® and Simmons® brand names. For information about any of these brands or products, please contact Bushnell Public Relations at (913) 752-6105.

Leupold Scopes

BEAVERTON, Ore. –-(AmmoLand.com)- In launching its new Tactical Optics Division, Leupold® has assembled a team with the military experience, combat optics knowledge and engineering expertise to meet battlefield and product service requirements around the world.

The division is led by Kevin Trepa, vice president of tactical sales and marketing. Trepa brings an extensive background in global military operations, business leadership and academic achievement.

Leupold VP - Kevin Trepa

Trepa’s active and reserve military career as a Marine Corps infantry officer spans 24 years. Commissioned as a second lieutenant after completing an ROTC scholarship at Boston University, his initial assignment to the 1st Marine Division in California included command at both the platoon and company levels. Trepa participated in numerous global deployments and participated in both conventional and special operations in Asia and the Middle East, including combat service in Desert Storm. While subsequently serving a tour in Washington, DC, he completed a master’s degree in national security studies at Georgetown University.

After leaving active duty, Trepa attended the University of California, San Diego, where he completed his international MBA with a focus on East Asia. He was subsequently employed by Sony Electronics, Inc. While at Sony, he remained in the Marine Reserves where he was promoted to Colonel in 2006. After 9/11, Trepa served two combat tours in Iraq and a tour in Eastern Africa. During his service in Iraq, he was the chief of operations and ran the Strategic Operations Center for General Petraeus in Baghdad, overseeing the day-to-day operations for the “surge.” Trepa’s combat decorations include four Air Medals with Combat “V” for valor and two Bronze Stars.

Trepa’s eight-year career at Sony included a series of senior management and executive positions in logistics, manufacturing, supply chain and sales operations. Prior to joining Leupold in 2009, he served as Sony’s vice president of global supply chain operations.

Other tactical division team members:

• Moe Bierig, tactical program manager. Bierig holds a degree in mechanical engineering, and is a registered professional engineer (PE) with a MBA from Northwestern University. His 10-year career at Leupold includes positions in research and development, quality assurance and engineering. Bierig served as assembly and packaging manager prior to joining the tactical division team. Prior to Leupold employment, he managed at the senior level for three companies. Bierig has an extensive background in the medical instrumentation industry. In addition, he spent three years in the Army Corp of Engineers in Southeast Asia.
• Ray Brock, tactical product line manager. Brock has more than 20 years experience as a project manager in the commercial and residential construction field. He joined Leupold in 2008.
• Christopher O’Connor, manager of the Leupold Tactical Division’s East Coast sales office. Hired by Leupold in January 2010, O’Connor recently retired from the U.S. Marine Corps at the rank of Colonel after serving more than 30 years. A former helicopter pilot, he spent the majority of his Marine Corps career in operational units stationed around the world. O’Connor’s last operational assignment was with the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing where he served as the assistant wing commander. Prior to retiring, he worked as the commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, Calif., where he was recognized for his innovative leadership and management. O’Connor has a master’s degree in organizational management.
• Jeremiah Rowley, tactical sales specialist. Rowley served as a United States Marine for more than 10 years, with two combat tours in Iraq and various deployments to other countries as a combat engineer and an instructor in nuclear, biological and chemical weapons. He also served as a platoon sergeant, battalion operations and training NCO, range coach and range safety officer. Rowley joined Leupold in 2009.
• Steve Van Metre, tactical sales and training specialist. With a background in law enforcement and a long-time SWAT sniper, Van Metre runs “Team Leupold,” the company’s sponsored 3-gun team. He joined Leupold in 2008.
• Andrea Avolio, contracts specialist. Avolio was an enlisted member of the Oregon Army National Guard for six years. She is a graduate of Oregon State University, majoring in business administration. Avolio graduated from Lewis and Clark Law School, Portland, Ore., in 2007, and passed the 2008 Oregon State Bar examination. She is a current member of the Oregon State Bar. Avolio joined Leupold in 2009.
• Pamela Lo, marketing and business planner. Lo’s background includes experience with the U.S. Foreign Commercial Service in the aviation and transportation department, and strategic business consultation. She received two degrees from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD): a BA in international economics and a Master’s in international business administration. Lo joined Leupold in 2009.

For more information on Leupold tactical optics, go to www.leupold.com.
Leupold & Stevens, Inc., the most prominent American-owned and -operated optics company, employs more than 600 people in its state-of-the-art facility near Beaverton, Ore., where rugged, dependable, high-performance Mark 4® and Golden Ring® sports optics are designed, machined and assembled. Leupold is a fifth-generation, family-owned company whose products are sold worldwide to law enforcement officers, special operations military personnel, hunters, wildlife observers and competitive shooters. The product line includes rifle, handgun and spotting scopes; binoculars; rangefinders; flashlights; mounting systems; and optical tools and accessories.

Leupold Scopes

BEAVERTON, Ore. –-(AmmoLand.com)- Leupold & Stevens, Inc. announces the launch of a new Tactical Optics Division with dedicated engineering and project management support to meet the most demanding needs of the modern warfighter.

“We are excited to open this new chapter in the history of the Leupold brand,” said Christopher Leupold, who serves on the board of directors for Leupold & Stevens, Inc. “The enhancement and development of the tactical division is key to the company’s continued growth and success, and Leupold & Stevens brings a unique and diverse set of capabilities to the tactical optics sphere.”

Leupold® President Tom Fruechtel added, “I am privileged to be part of Leupold’s commitment to America’s warfighters. In launching the new Tactical Optics Division, we’ve added new overall leadership, expertise in engineering, product development and service at all levels. Best of all, we are focused on the many needs of our troops and we are dedicated to providing them with innovative, effective products. As an American family-owned, century-old company, we believe it is our duty to support them as much as they support us.”

The new division is led by Kevin Trepa, vice president of tactical sales and marketing. A former Marine Corps infantry officer, Trepa manages a staff that includes 10-year Leupold employee Moe Bierig, a registered professional engineer; and Ray Brock, who has more than 20 years of project management experience. The Tactical Optics Division is based at Leupold headquarters in Oregon. An East Coast sales office, managed by Chris O’Connor, was recently established in Virginia.

Trepa commented: “Building on Leupold’s long heritage in the shooting sports and relying on our 600-employee Oregon-based manufacturing capability, the Tactical Optics Division will enhance the company’s ability to respond rapidly to battlefield requirements and product service needs anywhere in the world.”

The Tactical Optics Division plans a number of new product introductions in 2010. The Leupold tactical optics line includes Mark 4® Close Quarters/Tactical (CQ/T®), Mid Range/Tactical (MR/T®), Long Range/Tactical (LR/T®) and Extended Range/Tactical (ER/T®) riflescopes; Mark 4 Prismatic® 1x14mm riflescope; Mark 4 tactical spotting scope; and tactical binoculars. Other products for the tactical market include Mark AR™ riflescopes, MX® and MXc™ flashlights, and Mark 4 mounting systems. In addition, Leupold has introduced the new DeltaPoint™ reflex sight for use on handguns, rifles and shotguns.

For more information on Leupold tactical optics, go to www.leupold.com.
Leupold & Stevens, Inc., the most prominent American-owned and -operated optics company, employs more than 600 people in its state-of-the-art facility near Beaverton, Ore., where rugged, dependable, high-performance Mark 4 and Golden Ring® sports optics are designed, machined and assembled. Leupold is a fifth-generation, family-owned company whose products are sold worldwide to law enforcement officers, special operations military personnel, hunters, wildlife observers and competitive shooters. The product line includes rifle, handgun and spotting scopes; binoculars; rangefinders; flashlights; mounting systems; and optical tools and accessories.

Burris Optics

Greeley, CO - -(Ammoland.com)- Burris a Berreta holdings company featured this hot new scope at the Shot Show.

The Eliminator laser scope ranges your target. Calculates your trajectory and Illuminates your perfect holdover, all in a split second.

No more guessing yardage or fumbling with a shaky handheld rangefinder. No more losing sight of your trophy. No more guessing holdover. The Eliminator knows the precise horizontal distance to your trophy and exactly what your cartridge will do. Eliminator lights a 1/3 MOA illuminated aiming dot showing exactly where your shot will go.

With The Eliminator, just Range, Aim, and Fire.

Burris-Laserscope 4X-12X

Starting with the field-proven and bright crystal-clear optics of the original Burris LaserScope, The Eliminator provides a sophisticated yet very simple and accurate means of tailoring the scope’s trajectory compensation to virtually any cartridge.

The Burris Eliminator LaserScope is in a league of its own. No other riflescope combines this level of quality, technology, accuracy, simplicity, repeatability and effectiveness. It will greatly increase the distance at which you can be confident in making an ethical shot. You do the hunting and shooting, the Eliminator will do the memorizing and calculating.

The Eliminator is affordable and of a size and weight that’s welcome for everyday field use. The revolutionary new Eliminator is a brilliant riflescope innovation that ensures long range hunting success.

Get more information on the Burris Eliminator Laser Scope

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Burris optics is an american manufacturer of precision optics and accessories including gunscopes, spotting scopes, rangefinders, laserscopes, binoculars, tactical optics, rings and bases.

Aimpoint Hunter H34L / H34S Sights

Aimpoint

Chantilly, VA –-(AmmoLand.com)- Aimpoint, the originator and worldwide leader in electronic red dot sighting technology, has announced the launch of an all-new line of premium red-dot optics specifically designed for use on hunting rifles and shotguns. These new products, known as the Aimpoint Hunter Series, make it possible for hunters to acquire their target faster and to make difficult shots in any weather or light conditions.

Aimpoint engineers started with a blank page when they designed the new Hunter H34L sight. and they came up with an exciting new product! This new line of non-magnified sights incorporates everything that end users have come to expect from Aimpoint, including legendary ruggedness and battery life measured in years. The Hunter Series also includes many additional features never before offered before by Aimpoint; enhanced optical performance provided by a 34mm tube, a newly designed front-mounted adjustment system that helps get shooters on target even faster than before, and a silently operated digital push button intensity adjustment touch pad. Just one look tells you that this is the most advanced hunting sight that Aimpoint has ever built, and the sleek, modern design will complement any firearm.

The first sights released in the series are 34mm products. The Hunter H34L is a full length sight ideal for use on center fire rifles with standard or magnum actions. The compact version, the H34S, is designed for use on standard action rifles and hunting shotguns. Both versions are mounted using two 34mm Weaver-style sight rings that are supplied with each sight. Both versions utilize a premium, multi coated anti-reflex lens in their massive 45mm objective, and operate for up to 50,000 hours (over 5 years) of constant operation from a single CR-2032 battery. Accuracy in any light or weather conditions is provided by a parallax-free lens system with a 2 MOA dot. These sights are fully waterproof, and extremely fast on target.

“The new Hunter Series shows that Aimpoint means business when it comes to hunting” said Brian Lisankie, President of Aimpoint Inc. “This is a completely new product, designed with input from serious hunters across the globe. We are very proud to offer North American hunters an alternative to magnified optics using the absolute latest developments in electro-optical science. The results are pretty spectacular – try one to see just how fast and accurately you can shoot without magnification.”

For more information on Aimpoint and Aimpoint products, visit the company’s website at: www.aimpoint.com or contact:

Kruger Optical K-4 Riflescopes

Kruger Optical

Sisters, OR –-(AmmoLand.com)- Kruger Optical will introduce its K-4 Riflescope Series at the 2010 SHOT Show. Visitors can try out the new scopes at Booth #3766 at the show, Jan. 19-22 at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas.

The K-4 scopes are designed for easy and effective use. The scopes feature Rapid Target Technology™ (RTT™): an oversized exit pupil, combined with constant, 3.75-inch eye relief for all magnifications. This feature enables the user to quickly acquire a target, and maintain it through magnification changes.

K-4 riflescopes are engineered for value.

These elegant, mid-priced scopes are packed with luxury features:

• Fully multicoated optics
• An advanced 4x erector system
• Crafted in the U.S.A. (U.S.-engineered and assembled, from imported parts)
• Rugged, fine-detailed design
• One-piece maintube construction
• Resettable ¼-minute windage & elevation clicks
• Waterproof/fogproof/ design with nitrogen processing
• Rubber-coated power selector rings
• Elastic, protective quick-release cover.

“The K-4 riflescopes are packed with features normally reserved for higher priced scopes, but these are available for less than $180. They are designed and assembled in our Oregon facility, so users know they are getting a quality U.S. product,” said Dan Callen, Kruger Optical’s vice president of sales and marketing.

“These scopes were designed by our own on-staff optical engineers and have the unique long eye relief inherent in all of the Kruger-branded riflescopes,” Callen said. “This long eye relief feature, combined with a large exit pupil, gives the shooter the ability to acquire the target very quickly in times of need.”

K-4 scopes are available in 2-8×32, 3-12×40, 3-12×50 and 4-16x40SF models. The 4-16x40SF model features a varmint BDC reticle. Other models include a hunter’s plex reticle. Approximate retail prices range from $99.95-$179.95.

For more than a decade, Kruger Optical has provided private label binoculars, riflescopes, spotters and other products to large retailers in the U.S. and abroad. The company offers more than 200 SKUs of optics products, many custom-designed by Kruger Optical engineers, representing nearly every price point and combination of features. Kruger Optical’s U.S. staff works closely with engineers in the company’s ISO 9001 and 9002 certified partner factories in Asia to provide innovative and high value products.

The company also provides custom optics under license from Columbia Sportswear Co.

In 2009, Kruger Optical began providing innovative, limited-release products under its own label, including selected U.S-manufactured products. The company is targeting customers who are willing to look beyond well-known brands to find innovation and value.

Kruger products are developed in the company’s Oregon headquarters, which include a manufacturing facility, assembly clean room, metal processing facility and optics lab.

The K4 scopes are Crafted in the U.S.A.: all engineering, assembly and testing take place in the company’s Oregon facility. (Products contain imported parts).

“Some of the well-known optics companies in this country are still selling products with technology from 10 or 20 years ago,” Thomas said. “In that way, they are kind of resting on their laurels. With our engineering resources, we have been able to come up with some innovative, U.S.-assembled products that meet the consumer’s needs in new ways, and for better prices.”

Thomas said Kruger’s engineers have focused on creating products that add value to a particular price point, and also that are easier to use.

“With the Kruger-branded products, we have focused on making optics products more user-friendly,” Thomas said. “We looked at how people use their optics, and designed products around that.”

Dan Callen, vice president of sales and marketing, will be available at the SHOT Show to discuss the K-4 and the company’s other branded and private label products. He can also be reached at his office in Overland Park, Kansas, at (913) 814-7844.

About Kruger Optical
Kruger Optical is a full-service provider of quality sports optics. Headquartered in Sisters, Oregon, and Walnut, California, the company has been providing binoculars, riflescopes, spotting scopes and other optics products, as well as optical engineering services for nearly a decade. With nearly 150 years of combined experience in optical product development and marketing, Kruger Optical’s talented and dedicated staff is committed to developing innovative, high performance products for the discerning customer. To learn more, please visit our website at http://www.krugeroptical.com.