Optics - Articles, tests and news on all4shooters.com

Swarovski Optik is expanding its modular spotting scope system with a further objective module. With a diameter of 115 mm, it is the largest of its kind for wildlife observation. Another special feature is that Swarovski Optik manufactures the lens itself – currently the only sports optics manufacturer in this size. Here at all4hunters.com we present the 115 mm lens module.

The TANGO6T 1-6X variable-magnification riflescope has been selected for the Direct View Optic (DVO). Recently, it had already been selected for the Squad Designated Marksman Rifle (SDMR) and the USSOCOM Squad-Variable Powered Scope (S-VPS). The ruggedized and battle-hardened optic will be used on M4A1 carbines to enable the soldier to engage both close quarter targets and targets at extended …

With the new K18i 1-8x24 riflescope the well-known Austrian brand Kahles aims at a clientele of athletes involved in dynamic shooting sports such as IPSC or 3-Gun and announces an uncompromisingly optimized riflescope for competition. all4shooters.com tried it out.

The former Sun Optics company, now renamed SOUSA, presents its new  R.A.I.D. optics designed for both hunting and sport shooting. The series includes three different models – the R.A.I.D. Pistol, R.A.I.D. Red Dot and R.A.I.D. Micro.  

Whether firearms or optics, Austria has long since established itself in this field thanks to its pioneering and high-quality technology. Now a new premium manufacturer has joined the ranks – Zero Compromise Optic (ZCO), with its two debut optics ZC420 and ZC527.

The US manufacturer, already known for optics in the lower and middle-price segment, will soon expand its catalog with new higher-quality products. German wholesaler Waffen Ferkinghoff will represent the brand in Europe. 

A riflescope must be mounted on the respective air rifle and adjusted optimally. But can a recreational shooter beginner do this himself? We have brought in “AirBuddha” Björn as a reinforcement and we will show you how it works! 

Designed to be mounted on guns and weapon platforms where ruggedness is required beyond what is offered by open reflex optics, the ACRO P1 from the Swedish Aimpoint company makes robustness one of its strong points. We will soon test it on an equally interesting 9mm semi-automatic carbine.

The RMRcc red dot sight is smaller than the same manufacturer's full-size RMR, and thanks to its snag-free design it is easier to carry and to draw. This makes the Trijicon RMRcc the perfect companion to modern carry pistols. Its ruggedized electronic also improve reliability and readiness, .

Steiner is now offering two new models to accompany the M7Xi models in 4-28x56. We could already get a first impression of the M7Xi 2.9-20x50 and present the allround riflescope from Steiner in our video. You can find more details about the optic here on all4shooters.com and a detailed test will follow shortly.

The Noblex NR1000 is a pocket laser rangefinder that has nothing to envy to products already on the market with a much higher price. Thanks to the built-in clinometer it also measures the inclination angle of the device to the target. The whole thing is sold for less than three hundred euros.

Tasco offers a line of affordable optics specifically dedicated to air rifles and optimized to withstand without problems the rigors of pneumatic, spring-piston and CO2 driven air guns. Let's see together the different models that make up the series.

The Chinese brand Discovery Optics is making a name for itself among air rifle enthusiasts for the nice build/optical quality ratio, and the more than affordable price. The 6-24x50 SF is one of the most refined models and offers some interesting features, such as the built-in bubble level.

Faithful readers of all4shooters.com know that we have already reported in detail about the ambitious, innovative  US Army's "Next Generation Squad Weapon" (NGSW) program based on a new assault rifle in 6.8 mm caliber. Now come the first reports on new, matching optics.