Optics

We put the top new optics to the test, including binoculars, rifle scopes, and range finders.

Latest in Optics

The new Leupold VX-6HD Gen 2

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First Look at the New Leupold VX-6HD Gen 2 First Look at the New Leupold VX-6HD Gen 2

By Andrew McKean

The Best LPVO Scopes, Tested and Reviewed

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The Best LPVO Scopes, Tested and Reviewed The Best LPVO Scopes, Tested and Reviewed

By Andrew McKean

Testing the best thermal scopes while hog hunting

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The Best Thermal Scopes of 2025, Tested and Reviewed The Best Thermal Scopes of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

By Andrew McKean

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DVX Night Storm X1 Review: A Night Vision Binocular for Under $300 That Actually Works DVX Night Storm X1 Review: A Night Vision Binocular for Under $300 That Actually Works

By Andrew McKean

The Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8

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Save $300 on a Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8×24 FFP Save $300 on a Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8×24 FFP

Leupold BX-4 rane are on sale at bass pro

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Save $200 on Leupold BX-4 Rangefinder Binoculars Save $200 on Leupold BX-4 Rangefinder Binoculars

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Thermal Scope Deal: AGM Global Vision Rattler TS35-640 Thermal Scope Deal: AGM Global Vision Rattler TS35-640

By Outdoor Life Commerce Team

The author tested the new Zeiss V8 NA while hunting antelope and whitetails.

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First Look at the New Zeiss V8 NA 2.8-20×56 First Look at the New Zeiss V8 NA 2.8-20×56

By Andrew McKean

The Best Thermal Monoculars and Binoculars of 2025, Field Tested

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The Best Thermal Monoculars and Binoculars of 2025, Field Tested The Best Thermal Monoculars and Binoculars of 2025, Field Tested

By Andrew McKean

The best rifle scopes for deer hunting laid out on rocks.

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Great Black Friday Deals on Rifle Scopes Great Black Friday Deals on Rifle Scopes

By Alice Jones Webb

We tested the Garmin inReach Mini.

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Cabela’s Black Friday 2024: The Best Deals on the Best Gear Cabela’s Black Friday 2024: The Best Deals on the Best Gear

By Scott Einsmann

The best thermal scope overall.

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Thermal Scope Deals: Black Friday 2024 Savings on Monoculars, Scopes, and Clip-Ons Thermal Scope Deals: Black Friday 2024 Savings on Monoculars, Scopes, and Clip-Ons

By Scott Einsmann

The Best Optics Deals: Early Black Friday 2025 Savings on Binoculars, Thermals, Rifle Scopes, and More

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The Best Optics Deals: Early Black Friday 2025 Savings on Binoculars, Thermals, Rifle Scopes, and More The Best Optics Deals: Early Black Friday 2025 Savings on Binoculars, Thermals, Rifle Scopes, and More

By Scott Einsmann

The Pulsar Thermion 2 is the best overall thermal.

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Pulsar Thermal Scopes on Sale at Bass Pro Shops Pulsar Thermal Scopes on Sale at Bass Pro Shops

By Scott Einsmann

The new Nikon Image Stabilized binocular

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First Look: Nikon’s 12×25 Image Stabilized Binocular First Look: Nikon’s 12×25 Image Stabilized Binocular

By Andrew McKean

Save $600 on a Vortex Razor HD Angled Spotting Scope

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Save $600 on a Vortex Razor HD Angled Spotting Scope Save $600 on a Vortex Razor HD Angled Spotting Scope

Holosun eps carry height

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The Best Pistol Red Dots, Tested and Reviewed The Best Pistol Red Dots, Tested and Reviewed

By Tyler Freel, John B. Snow

The Best Red Dot Sights

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The Best Red Dot Sights of 2025 The Best Red Dot Sights of 2025

By John B. Snow

Best binoculars being tested in Montana

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The 21 Best Binoculars, Premium to Budget Options Tested The 21 Best Binoculars, Premium to Budget Options Tested

By Andrew McKean

Save $720 on a Burris Eliminator 5 LaserScope

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Save $720 on a Burris Eliminator 5 LaserScope Save $720 on a Burris Eliminator 5 LaserScope