We have all seen those movies where the spec-ops soldier takes out a light source and then flips down his night vision goggles for a tactical advantage. While you might not be leading a ranger team into action, there’s no doubt about it — night vision goggles are pretty cool. But just how do they […]
Continue readingNight vision optics aren’t just super fun to use, they can be absolutely crucial to those working in low-light situations. But when shopping around for a new set of night vision goggles, you’ll find that these individual instruments belong to a particular generation. But what do these generations even signify? Is there really a difference […]
Continue readingThere’s nothing like a good hunt. But with increased hunting pressure during the daytime, it seems that nighttime hunts are best for some game — especially hogs. However, this poses a big question: how are you supposed to track and find your targets in the middle of the night? Well, there’s a simple answer. You […]
Continue readingOur 8×42 binocular reviews have been crafted with a singular purpose: to connect buyers of every variety with the right pair for their needs. To do this we spent time studying the market, performing tests that evaluate key factors such as comfort, durability, and clarity. Everything we found has been compiled in the guide before […]
Continue readingA good set of basic binoculars is an underappreciated thing. While a set of 8×32 binoculars won’t let you see what’s at the edge of the horizon, they’re good for use in the forest while hiking or just watching birds at the backyard feeder. You can either add another species to your list of birds […]
Continue readingTired of big, bulky binos that easily bump around and break? You might want to consider purchasing a monocular. Monoculars can provide you an excellent enhanced viewing experience just like binoculars. And it might actually be the better tool for the job in some situations. But what exactly is a monocular? And why should you […]
Continue readingHuman beings have been stargazing since the beginning of time. Our fascination with the cosmos is a connection to our origins. And the more we learn about our universe, the more fascinated we become, and the more excitement astronomy holds. But if you want to get a good look at the stars, you first need […]
Continue readingYour telescope is a fixture, and like any fixture in your house, office, or lab, it’s going to collect dust. This is doubly true if you bring your scope onto hilltops and fields to see the wide-open night skies. But you love your telescope. And keeping it in top shape means keeping it clean, so […]
Continue readingSince their popularization by Galileo in the early 1600s, telescopes have been a constant object of fascination for people around the world. Now, thanks to technological advancements and more efficient manufacturing processes, buying a telescope for at-home use doesn’t have to break the bank. Just how much does a good telescope cost? The short answer […]
Continue readingWhen it comes to binoculars, there are two main categories you’re going to need to decide between: Porro prism and Roof prism. But which one is the best? It’s the easiest complicated answer ever: It depends. It’s really one of those cases where the situation you’re needing them for actually makes the call. It’s always […]
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