Zerotech 1-4×24 Variable Prism Scope Review
If you follow PrecisionRifle you will know that ZeroTech is a favorite of mine, I see them as Australia’s version of Vortex Optics. They offer great value in their optics range and the reason I like them is because their Australian owned. ZeroTech was founded in 2018 and have made a name for themselves designing …
Best Rifle Scope: Top Picks for Precision Shooting in 2025
When you’re looking for the best rifle scope on the market, there’s a few critical elements to consider. Firstly, the quality of the glass, you need optics that are clear enough to help identify the target. Then there’s the magnification range, does it have enough zoom to see the target clearly? The field of view …
MSR2 Reticle – The Multipurpose Sniper Reticle From Finland
I first came across the MSR2 when I was looking into long-range scopes. Weighing up between the Steiner T6Xi and Schmidt & Bender PM II, both had this reticle and it led me to start some research. The MSR2 reticle or ‘Multipurpose Sniper Reticle 2’ is an advanced mil-radian based reticle designed specifically for long-range …
ZeroTech Trace HALO Enclosed Aspherical Reflex Sight Review
Last updated on May 2nd, 2025 There’s a few different types of red dots, and if your firearm is in for a beating in the field you are likely going to want some added protection. That’s where the ZeroTech Trace HALO comes in. It has a fully enclosed housing that helps protect the red dot …
Best Long Range Hunting Scopes for 2025 – Top 8 Picks
Last updated on June 5th, 2025 EDITORS PICK Maven RS.4 5-30×56 LONG DISTANCE HUNTING PICK Steiner Predator 8 4-32×56 MOST DURABLE Schmidt & Bender Exos 3-21×50 MODERN PICK Burris Eliminator 6 4-20×52 SLIMLINE PICK Swarovski Z8i 3.5-28×50 CLASSIC PICK Leupold VX-6HD 4-24×52 BEST VALUE Vortex Razor HD LHT 4.5-22×50 DUSK AND DAWN SPECIALIST Zeiss Victory …
ZeroTech Thrive HD 1-8×24 LPVO: First Impressions & Hands On Review
ZeroTech have expanded their Thrive HD line with the addition of the new 1-8×24 Thrive HD LPVO. For those unfamiliar, LPVO stands for Low Power Variable Optic and their commonly used for hunting, competition and tactical use. Previously the only other LPVO on offer from ZeroTech was the 1-6×24 Vengeance. I just picked up this …
ZeroTech Thrive HD Micro Prism Review – 1×20 With Etched Reticle
With a fixed 1x magnification, 20mm objective lens, and etched reticle the ZeroTech Thrive HD Micro Prism has had a good run on my Southern Cross Small Arms Taipan X. So far it’s been the ideal little optic for hunting close range with the .223. For those unfamiliar with micro prism optics and their differences …
ZeroTech Thrive 20-60×85 Spotting Scope Review
The newest release from Australian optics company ZeroTech is the Thrive 20-60x85mm spotting scope. ZeroTech released a MIL reticle spotter last year, but the new Thrive 20-60×85 comes in as a more budget friendly option. Aside from the lower price point, the new spotting scope is also a little more friendly for hunting, with a …
ZeroTech Thrive HD Red Dot Micro Reflex Sight Review
I‘v had the ZeroTech Thrive HD Red Dot on my 12 gauge for a few months now and I have done my best to test its limits. This is a well priced addition to the red dot sight market. It’s a versatile tool designed for the shooter who values speed and reliability. It’s compact dimensions …
Maven S1.2A 25-50×80 Spotting Scope Review – Hands-On With the Latest Premium Optic
Last updated on June 5th, 2025 The Maven S1.2A 25-50×80 is the latest premium spotting scope to hit the market. There’s one major factor here that makes the Maven standout and its the reason I added it to my range bag. The new S1.2A comes with interchangeable eye pieces. Regular readers will know I consider …
Maven RS1.2 2.5-15X44 Review – The Best Crossover Hunting & Target Scope?
Last updated on June 5th, 2025 As technology advances, so do hunting optics and the Maven RS1.2 2.5-15X44 stands out as a true ‘crossover’ optic. By crossover I mean its ability to be a hunting optic and still have features I want in a target shooting scope. It was an easy choice getting this scope …
Best Maven Optics for 2025 – Top Rifle Scopes & Binoculars Reviewed
Last updated on June 5th, 2025 This Maven Optics review looks at my experiences with some of their best optics including rifle scopes, binoculars and spotting scopes. Spending a lot of time with bino’s, scopes and spotting scopes out hunting and at the range, I’ve developed a strong interest in finding the best value optics …
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Optics Spotlight – Maven B1.2 [10×42]
Last updated on June 5th, 2025 On a hunting trip last year in New Zealand a mate brought along a set of Maven Optics, these optics are impressive so check out this short Maven B1.2 review of their 10×42 binoculars to find out why their worth a look. For those who haven’t looked through a …
Vortex Impact 4000 Review
Last updated on March 5th, 2024 The long distance shooting community has long been asking for a viable alternative to the expensive rifle mounted Wilcox Raptar and Envision Tech MARS systems. Vortex Impact 4000 Optics Planet(See Price) There are some scopes available that features inbuilt range finding such as the Steiner IFS and Burris Eliminator, …
The Pecar Optics Range of Rifle Scopes
I’m often at gun shops stocking up on ammo and reloading gear, and having a keen interest in rifle scopes I keep an eye out for whats on the shelves. I have seen Pecar Optics on display but knew very little else about them. Casual shooters and the majority of rifle shooters starting out are …
Optics Spotlight – Bushnell AR 4.5-18x40mm
Last updated on October 1st, 2023 My first ever centerfire rifle scope was the Bushnell AR 4.5-18x40mm. Needing an optic for a budget .233 bolt gun the AR ticked all the right boxes at the time. Good magnification range, simple reticle, lifetime warranty, not too heavy and just the right price. Made in South Korea …
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Optics Spotlight – Maven RS.4 Review [5-30x56mm]
Last updated on June 5th, 2025 My favorite aspect of Maven Optics is the high contrast Japanese glass used in their optics range. For those unfamiliar, Maven are a Wyoming based company who are truly underrated in the optics world. Of late they are becoming more popular amongst the sporting and hunting community, especially here …
Schmidt & Bender PM II 5-25×56 Review – The Gold Standard in Tactical Scopes
Last updated on May 4th, 2025 The benchmark for optical quality in tactical rifle scopes has long been the Schmidt & Bender PM II. It wasn’t a hard choice for me choosing what optic to buy for my Sako TRG for long distance shooting. The repeatable easy to use turrets, alpha tier glass and simple reticles have …
Steiner T6Xi 5-30×56 Review – Tactical Long-Range Powerhouse
Last updated on March 20th, 2025 The T6Xi series are the latest scopes released from Steiner Optics. This line of tactical optics are a personal favorite of mine, the reticle choices, alpha tier glass, and large turrets make tactical optics very user friendly. Steiner T6Xi 5-30×56 ScopeList(See Price)Amazon(See Price) Looking at long distance tactical optics …
ZeroTech Trace Advanced 20-60×80 Review – A Spotting Scope for Serious Shooters
Last updated on March 20th, 2025 Needing a tough spotting scope with a MIL reticle for long distance shooting, I got hold of the Trace Advanced 20-60×80 from ZeroTech. Used for helping correct shots at the range, in competitions and even spotting trophy animals when hunting a spotting scope has many uses across shooting disciplines. …
The Best Scope Under $1000 in 2025 for Shooting and Hunting
Last updated on April 2nd, 2025 On a budget and you want the best scope under $1000? This list shows the 8 best scopes under $1000 available today with value for money being the key consideration. The optics have been selected based on their features with a focus on long distance shooting. There are countless …
Steiner Predator 8 Review: A High-Performance Hunting Scope
Last updated on March 20th, 2025 Getting hands on with alpha class optics is always a good time. Steiner released the Predator 8 series last year and I got some time behind the optic with my Sako 85 Finnlight II. The Predator Series are designed primarily for hunting and include features made for that purpose, including …
Discovery Optics ED-PRS 5-25×56 FFP Review
Last updated on August 2nd, 2024 New shooters often look for optics with high value at a low price point. That’s where budget optics have a role to play in the long distance shooting community. Discovery Optics sent out the ED-PRS 5-25×56 which fits this category and has great value to offer for the budget …
TriggerCam 2.1 Review: Capture Your Shots in 4K – If It Turns On
Last updated on March 20th, 2025 The TriggerCam 2.1 has been out for around a year now and I thought id pick one up and see how it works. My motivation for getting one was using the 4k video down scope to help show off reticles for optic reviews. I was hesitant at first due …
Optics Spotlight: Scandinavian Arms LRS 5-25×56
Last updated on October 9th, 2023 Scandinavian Arms have teamed up with Schmidt & Bender to produce a cheaper version of the gold standard in optics, the 5-25×56 PM II. The new optic called the LRS, or Light Recoil Scope was first unveiled in Germany at the IWA 2023 exhibition. Schmidt & Bender PM II’s …
Vortex Venom 5-25×56 FFP Scope Review – Precision Shooting Tested
Last updated on April 2nd, 2025 Getting time behind a Vortex Venom 5-25×56, I took the opportunity to see why its so popular in the budget category. In the line up of optics on offer from Vortex, the Venom sits between the Diamondback Tactical and the Strike Eagle. Vortex Venom 5-25×56 Amazon(See Price) The Venom …
Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25×56 Review – Affordable Long-Range Optics
Last updated on April 14th, 2025 The Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25×56 FFP has quickly earned its place as one of the most popular budget long-range scopes on the market. Originally launched off the back of Vortex’s highly successful LPVO range in 2015, the long-range variant dropped a few years later and immediately made waves — …
ZeroTech Trace Advanced 4-24×50 TREMOR3 Review
Last updated on October 9th, 2023 After 6 weeks with the new Japanese made ZeroTech Trace Advanced 4-24×50 it’s time to see what features are included and how it’s performed. To test its performance I mounted the scope on my long distance rifle, the Sako TRG 22 A1 in 6.5 Creedmoor to see how well …
Steiner IFS – Intelligent Firing Solution Smart Optics with Built-In Ballistic Calculator
Last updated on March 20th, 2025 The Intelligent Firing Solution or ‘IFS’ system by Steiner is designed with the sniper and spotter team in mind. The system allows the user to keep eyes on the target through the scope without having to break contact with the target to look at the elevation and windage turrets …
GoSky PeakRange 20-60×80 HD Spotting Scope Review
Last updated on April 3rd, 2025 I got hold of the GoSky PeakRange 20-60×85 HD spotting scope to test out against the competition. I use a spotting scope for two main purposes, being able to see hits on targets at the range and for spotting game when hunting. Spotting small holes in paper through a …
Maven RS.3 5-30×50 FFP – A Deep Dive Into This High Performance Scope
Last updated on June 5th, 2025 The Maven Rifle Scope or RS.3 5-30×50 is designed and manufactured by Maven Optics who are based out of Wyoming in the US. Maven are a direct to consumer company meaning their products are only available through their website and as a result the price tag on their optics …
Optics Spotlight | Maven RS.3 5-30X50 FFP
Last updated on October 9th, 2023 Maven Optics are a direct to customer optics company based out of Lander, Wyoming. Having used both spotting scopes and binoculars from Maven I have been impressed with the build quality of their optics and the clarity of their glass. The optics on offer from Maven cater to a …
Horus HoVR 6.5-40×50 Spotting Scope with TREMOR 4 Reticle
Last updated on October 1st, 2023 After being impressed with my Horus HoVR 5-20×50 scope I was excited to see a new product on offer from Horus Vision, the HoVR 6.5-40×50 Spotting Scope. Horus Vision is owned by Nightforce Optics, who have a great reputation worldwide for producing high quality and rugged scopes. I’m glad …
Budget Night Vision Review – Oneleaf NV 100 Commander
Last updated on October 1st, 2023 There’s a variety of night vision and thermal devices available on the market today all with varying prices. I got my hands on some budget Amazon night vision that’s made in China and tested how it performs. The Oneleaf NV 100 retails for around 300 US or 500 Australian dollars …
Burris FastFire 4 Red Dot Review: Compact & Reliable Optics
Last updated on March 20th, 2025 The recently released Burris FastFire 4 red dot sight has hit the shelves. I got hold of the FastFire 4 and fitted it onto my 12 gauge, as I find it’s a lot faster to get onto a target with a red dot than with iron sights. The red dot is however …
Horus HoVR 5-20×50 Scope Package Review: Best Value for Precision Shooting
Last updated on March 20th, 2025 The heavy hitting complete shooting package from Horus is here. The package deal from Horus Vison includes the HoVR 5-20×50 scope, laser rangefinder and weather meter, however each item can be purchased individually. The pack is aimed at being a one stop shop to get users the tools for …
Steiner Predator LRF 10×42 Laser Rangefinder Binoculars Review
Last updated on October 1st, 2023 Why carry two tools around when you can combine the two into one. A two in one setup has its advantages, you save on weight, space, and save time not having to change tools on the run. The new Steiner Predator LRF 10×42 rangefinding binoculars combine binoculars and rangefinding …
Steiner H35 Nighthunter Review – Tough, Rugged & Ready for the Field
Last updated on March 20th, 2025 Thermal vision devises are becoming more available and more sought after all over the world. The Steiner H35 Nighthunter displays a thermal image which highlights the heat signatures that are given off from a target, making them more easily detectable. Hunters use thermal optics to aid in detecting targets …
ZeroTech Trace Advanced 4.5-27×50 Review – Long-Range Performance Tested
Last updated on March 20th, 2025 New to the optics scene ZeroTech have hit the ground running offering up a variety of optics including red dots, low power variable optics all the way up to the long range Trace Advanced. These optics are close to home for me, with ZeroTech being an Australian owned company. …
Nightforce SHV 5-20×56 Review – The Best All-Round Crossover Scope?
Last updated on April 2nd, 2025 We’ve used a fair few Nightforce optics over the years and have developed a healthy respect for their build quality and real-world performance. The Nightforce NX8 series has been a standout for us, so when we had the chance to test the SHV 5-20×56 — the more affordable option …
Kahles K525i DLR 5-25×56 Review – Is This the Ultimate PRS Scope?
Last updated on March 20th, 2025 The Kahles K525i Dynamic Long Range (DLR) optic is one of the most innovative scopes on the market. Lets dive into its features and see how it stacks up against the competition. Leupold Mark 5HD 5-25×56 ScopeList(See Price)Amazon(See Price) Kahles Kahles is part of the prestigious Swarovski group of …
Leupold Mark 5HD 5-25×56 Review – A Precision Shooter’s Dream?
Last updated on March 20th, 2025 The Leupold Mark 5HD line of scopes are a popular choice in both the long range and tactical shooting worlds. In this review we will cover off on the features and specifications of the Mark 5HD. Leupold Mark 5HD 5-25×56 ScopeList(See Price)Amazon(See Price) Leupold Leupold has a long history …
SwampDeer 1.2-6×20 LPVO Review – Is This Budget LPVO Worth It?
Last updated on March 20th, 2025 Not everyone can afford top of the range optics such as the Nightforce NX8 or Schmidt and Bender PMII, but luckily there are companies out that that offer up budget optics to consumers, such as the SwampDeer 1.2-6×20. Lets take a quick look at the optic. SwampDeer This optic …
Burris RT-1 Red Dot Review: A Budget-Friendly Tactical Optic?
Last updated on April 2nd, 2025 Lets checkout the Burris RT-1 red dot sight and how it handled conditions in outback Australia. Burris RT-1 Red Dot ScopeList(See Price)Amazon(See Price) Red Dot’s The red dot sight is designed for use in close range shooting. The illuminated dot stays in alignment with the weapon regardless of what …
Vortex Viper HD Spotting Scope Review – Long-Range Performance Tested
Last updated on March 20th, 2025 Interested in long range shooting or hunting? You will eventually need to add a spotting scope like the Vortex Viper HD to your setup to help spot hits or identify game. After spending over a year with the Viper HD, it’s time to look at what features standout, whether you …
Vortex Diamondback Tactical 4-16×44 FFP Review – The Best Budget Scope?
Last updated on June 10th, 2025 After spending a full year with the Vortex Diamondback Tactical on one of my rifles, it is a good time to take a closer look at its features and performance. This scope has built a strong reputation as one of the best value options in the entry-level to mid-range …
Steiner Ranger 6 3-18×56 Review: Low-Light Performance & Long-Range Precision
Last updated on June 10th, 2025 I had the Steiner Ranger 6 hunting scope in 3-18×56 on loan and put it through its paces in the field. When you are selecting a hunting scope its important to remember that hunting scopes are exposed to radically different environments than the traditional bench rest target scope. Unlike …
Trijicon ACOG 3.5×35 Review – Is It Still the Best Combat Scope?
Last updated on March 20th, 2025 The ACOG or ‘Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight’ is widely known as being used on military rifles around the world, including here in Australia. The biggest feature of the ACOG that stands out, is the illuminated reticle that is solar powered. The scope absorbs light and uses that energy to …
Vortex Viper PST Gen II 5-25×50 Review: The Best Mid-Range FFP Scope?
Last updated on June 10th, 2025 Its coming up to almost 12 months with the Vortex Viper PST Gen II 5-25×50 FFP on one of my rifles, and it feels like a good time to look back on how it has performed. Over the past year I have used this scope across a fair bit …
Nightforce NX8 4-32×50 Review: Precision, Clarity & Long-Range Power
Last updated on June 10th, 2025 I had a loan of the Nightforce NX8 4-32×50 and set out to test how well it performed for long distance shooting. I have always had a soft spot for Nightforce optics. Over the years I have used several of my friends Nightforce scopes, and they have built a …
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