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steiner-optics: MPS and MPS-C red points: Steiner's military experience is now at the service of civilian shooters
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steiner-opticsMPS and MPS-C red points: Steiner's military experience is now at the service of civilian shooters

With its new MPS and MPS-C red dots, Steiner makes its most advanced technologies available to civilian shooters, packed into two lightweight and compact devices that are intuitive to use and boast the extraordinary ruggedness typical of products developed for military use.

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sig-sauer: SIG Sauer KILO8K-ABS GEN II, absolute precision rangefinding
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sig-sauerSIG Sauer KILO8K-ABS GEN II, absolute precision rangefinding

The new flagship of the KILO line, SIG Sauer’s KILO8K-ABS GEN II represents the next step in high-end laser rangefinding for serious long-range shooters, hunters, and professional users who need fast, dependable ballistic data well beyond conventional distances.

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nocpix: Nocpix Mate H50R in a long-term test: The premium thermal clip-on for demanding hunters
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nocpixNocpix Mate H50R in a long-term test: The premium thermal clip-on for demanding hunters

When it comes to high-quality thermal imaging attachments in the premium segment, there is hardly any way around Nocpix. With the Mate H50R, the manufacturer has brought a device onto the market that combines state-of-the-art sensor technology, an integrated laser rangefinder and innovative functions such as "Magic Zoom". But how does the clip-on perform in real hunting practice and over a longer …

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fnh: New FN PUREVIEW, holographic technology comes to red dot sights
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fnhNew FN PUREVIEW, holographic technology comes to red dot sights

With the FN PUREVIEW, FN enters the micro red dot arena with a product that brings true holographic technology into a compact and duty-ready format. The new optic is developed for military users, law enforcement professionals, and special operations personnel.

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aimpoint: Test: Aimpoint Duty RDS MR  universal multi-reticle red dot sight
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aimpointTest: Aimpoint Duty RDS MR  universal multi-reticle red dot sight

A multi-talent: hardly distinguishable from its predecessor in the form of the Aimpoint Duty RDS, the new Aimpoint Duty RDS MR has a whole lot more inside. After the launch, we here at all4shooters.com put the reflex sight through its paces. You can find the results here.

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aimpoint: 50 years of Aimpoint: How the Swedish aiming device manufacturer became the world's number one – A look back
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aimpoint50 years of Aimpoint: How the Swedish aiming device manufacturer became the world's number one – A look back

For half a century, sport shooters, hunters as well as law enforcement and the military from all over the world have been relying on Aimpoint red dot sights. The impetus for this was a light reflection from a shaving mirror. Today, the Swedish company from Malmö is recognised as the world market leader. What are the success factors? The all4shooters.com team takes a look back over the last five …

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hikmicro: New HIKMICRO Alpex 4K Lite: a compact entry-level scope for precision shooting at medium ranges
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hikmicroNew HIKMICRO Alpex 4K Lite: a compact entry-level scope for precision shooting at medium ranges

HIKMICRO features day and night hunting optics designed for minimum encumbrance. Compact design, 60% lighter at only 474 grams, built-in laser rangefinder and ballistic calculator to ensure technology and accuracy. Its high smooth resolution even on close targets or on the move makes it useful for shooting at medium and short ranges. Intuitive operation is similar to that of a conventional scope …

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binoculars: Test: three new binocular laser rangefinders from Vectronix Shooting Solutions – Vector X 8x42, 10x42 and 12x42
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binocularsTest: three new binocular laser rangefinders from Vectronix Shooting Solutions – Vector X 8x42, 10x42 and 12x42

With the three rangefinding binoculars from the Vector X series with different magnifications, Vectronix Shooting Solutions has put together a complete package that is not exactly cheap, but is particularly well thought-out and powerful to enable precise shooting at long distances. We took a close look at the performance and features of this trio.

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kahles: Kahles K540i and K540i DLR: raising the bar with the new high-performance scopes
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kahlesKahles K540i and K540i DLR: raising the bar with the new high-performance scopes

For all those who are interested in dynamic long-range shooting (DLR) or specifically in the Precision Rifle Series, Kahles has long been a household name, as it plays a leading role in the riflescopes used by the world's best rifle shooters in this field. And with good reason, as the brand new Kahles K540i proves. We have already been able to test the new scope extensively on the "long range". …

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kahles: Kahles presents the new K540i and K540i DLR high-performance riflescopes at the SHOT Show 2025 in Las Vegas
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kahlesKahles presents the new K540i and K540i DLR high-performance riflescopes at the SHOT Show 2025 in Las Vegas

For all those who are interested in dynamic long-range shooting (DLR) or specifically in the Precision Rifle Series, Kahles has long been a household name. Some of the world's best rifle shooters in this field rely on Kahles riflescopes made in Austria. And rightly so, as demonstrated by the brand new Kahles K540i, which is currently being presented to an interested trade audience in the USA at …

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rifles: Freedom Ordnance FM-9D: The PCC That Can (Also!) Run Belt-Fed 
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riflesFreedom Ordnance FM-9D: The PCC That Can (Also!) Run Belt-Fed 

What possible purpose could a pistol-caliber carbine fed from both detachable magazines and a disintegrating belt serve? Quite simply, to make every range session an absolute blast while offering a fascinating look at the operating principles behind belt-fed firearms. Entirely designed and manufactured in the United States, the Freedom Ordnance FM-9D is every shooter's hot dream… 

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beretta: Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon 500 Years Limited Edition: Celebrating 500 Years of Beretta with a Special Edition Over/Under Shotgun
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berettaBeretta 687 Silver Pigeon 500 Years Limited Edition: Celebrating 500 Years of Beretta with a Special Edition Over/Under Shotgun

Beretta has introduced the new 687 Silver Pigeon 500 Years Limited Edition, a commemorative version of its iconic Model 687 over/under shotgun built on the legendary 680-series action. This special edition pays tribute to one of the longest-running and most successful shotgun platforms in the company's history: a design that has earned the trust of more than one million hunters and clay target …

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ammunition: Everything you ever wanted to know about Calibers, but were afraid to ask
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ammunitionEverything you ever wanted to know about Calibers, but were afraid to ask

Today, all4shooters starts a series of articles of basics for all enthusiasts approaching Shooting sports, in any discipline. And today, we start with the fundamental term "Caliber". You've probably seen headlines referring to a "45 mm caliber" firearm. Anyone with even a basic knowledge of firearms immediately recognizes that such descriptions are technically incorrect. But how familiar are you …

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nextorch: Nextorch TA70: An Ultra-Slim Tactical Flashlight Delivering Up to 3,500 Lumens 
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nextorchNextorch TA70: An Ultra-Slim Tactical Flashlight Delivering Up to 3,500 Lumens 

Breaking away from the conventional cylindrical design found on most EDC handheld flashlights, the Nextorch TA70 Ultra Slim features a flat, rectangular profile that naturally eliminates the need for an anti-roll design. Despite its remarkably compact dimensions, this high-performance tactical flashlight delivers an impressive maximum output of 3,500 lumens. Let's take a closer look at how it …

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canik: Canik Prime Radian: Canik Teams Up with Radian Weapons for a Factory-Equipped Micro-Compact Defensive Pistol
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canikCanik Prime Radian: Canik Teams Up with Radian Weapons for a Factory-Equipped Micro-Compact Defensive Pistol

The market for high-capacity compact and micro-compact concealed carry pistols has become one of the most competitive segments in the handgun industry. With the new Prime Radian, Turkish manufacturer Canik introduces an enhanced version of its Mete MC9 PRIME, factory-equipped with premium components developed in partnership with Radian Weapons, the U.S.-based specialist renowned for its …

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glock: Glock Gen 6: the evolution explained in detail
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glockGlock Gen 6: the evolution explained in detail

We tested the highly anticipated sixth generation of the renown Austrian polymer frame pistol. Featuring substantial improvements, specifically in ergonomics, the new Gen 6 succeeds in the difficult task of further refining an already mature and widely appreciated design, resulting in what could arguably be called "the best Glock pistol ever." 

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