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Thermal

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Steiner Optics Thermal Scopes: All You Need to Know

by L.p. Brezny

Chances are you’ve heard of Steiner Optics, one of the industry-leading and most popular optics brands around. If you’re wondering how good Steiner Optics glass

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X-Vision Thermal Scopes: All You Need to Know

by Dakota Potts

With so many thermal scope companies out there to choose from, it can be hard to tell which is the best when it comes to

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iRayUSA Thermal Scopes: All You Need to Know

by L.p. Brezny

Are you considering an iRayUSA thermal scope? iRayUSA has been a leader in the thermal imaging industry for many years and has been providing quality

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Armasight Thermal Scopes: All You Need to Know  

by L.p. Brezny

When you purchase a thermal sight, you want it to perform, and you want to perform well. How can you ensure you can get the

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Pulsar Thermal Scopes: All You Need To Know

by L.p. Brezny

Pulsar is a company headquartered in Europe that makes very promising thermal scopes for civilian use. Are you in the market for a great new

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Sig Sauer Thermal Scopes: All You Need to Know  

by L.p. Brezny

Sig Sauer has been in business for a long time, with their various company operations spanning nearly two centuries. With a history of impacting the

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When Were Thermal Scopes Invented: All You Need to Know

by L.p. Brezny

As you likely know, we’re big fans of thermal scopes on this site. However, because this technology seems so advanced, it got us thinking –

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Thermal Scope Financing: Are There IR Optic Payment Plans?

by L.p. Brezny

Thermal scopes are expensive and specialized equipment that can be used for various applications such as hunting, law enforcement, and search and rescue operations. But

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ATN Thermal Scopes: All You Need to Know

by L.p. Brezny

If you’ve been looking into thermal scopes for a time, you’ll know that ATN is a go-to in the optics industry, especially for its thermal

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Burris Thermal Scopes: All You Need to Know

by L.p. Brezny

When searching for a new product to utilize with your rifle or other guns, do you look for a long history of tried and true

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N-Vision Thermal Scopes: All You Need to Know

by L.p. Brezny

It’s undeniable that thermal optics are becoming more and more common among the everyday hunters and weapons enthusiasts of the current time. Not only for

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Trijicon Thermal Scopes: All You Need to Know

by L.p. Brezny

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AGM Thermal Scopes: All You Need to Know

by L.p. Brezny

When buying a thermal scope, competitively priced optics that are also of high quality can sometimes seem hard to come by. So what is an

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Trijicon IR Hunter MK3 60mm Review: Is The MKIII Worth It?

by L.p. Brezny

The Trijicon IR Hunter MK3 is an advanced thermal hunting scope that serves one purpose: to provide an incredible hunting experience every time. This riflescope is

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FLIR Thermal Scopes: All You Need to Know

by L.p. Brezny

Did you know FLIR was founded in the 1970s in a small suburb of Portland, OR, and has since expanded to become a multi-billion dollar

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Thermal Scopes and Video Games: Which Are Worth It?

by L.p. Brezny

If you’ve been paying attention to video games in recent years, you know that first-person shooters continue their domination of the industry. Franchises like Call

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Thermal vs. Infrared Scopes: What’s the Difference?  

by L.p. Brezny

When searching for the best scopes for night hunting, you may come across some products that say “thermal scope” and others that say “infrared scope.”

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Used Thermal Scopes: Where to Buy & Is It a Good Idea?

by L.p. Brezny

When it comes to night hunting, nothing beats a high-quality thermal scope attached to your favorite rifle. However, a quick search of brand-new scopes online

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Best Thermal Scope: Infrared Sight Reviews (IR Imaging)

by L.p. Brezny

Choosing the right thermal scope could mean the difference between spending a lot of money on an optic that doesn’t fit your needs.  Or worse…

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Where to Buy Thermal Scopes: Everything You Need to Know  

by L.p. Brezny

If you plan to go hunting at night, you’ll need a scope that’ll help you track your target and observe more clearly under those conditions.

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Thermal Scope Eye Damage: Can IR Optics Damage Your Eyes?  

by L.p. Brezny

Using a thermal scope can help you hunt at night, so much so that you might rely on the scope more than your own eyes.

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Best Thermal Scope for 200 Yards & Long Range in 2023

by L.p. Brezny

Choosing the right thermal scope at 200 yards could mean the difference between buying a scope that just doesn’t fit your needs or worse… Greatly

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Can You Use a Thermal Scope During the Day?

by L.p. Brezny

Thermal scopes are excellent tools that have become game-changers for shooters, especially those who love to hunt.  But since thermals don’t rely on light to

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Thermal Scope Rental: Where Can You Rent IR Optics?

by L.p. Brezny

Thermal scopes are one of the more expensive optics on the market, and with such high prices, it can be difficult to make such a

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Thermal Scope Range: Longest IR Optics Zoom

by L.p. Brezny

If you’ve heard of thermal scopes before, you’ll likely know that it’s a great tool to see targets in lowlight scenarios or when visibility is

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Thermal vs Night Vision Scope For Coyote Hunting [Dilemma]

by L.p. Brezny

If you’re stuck deciding whether you should use night vision or a thermal scope for coyote hunting, you’re not alone.  See, both scope types have

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Clip On Thermal vs Thermal Scope: Which to Choose?

by L.p. Brezny

For most, hunting is a daytime activity, but more and more hunters are starting to appreciate heading out after the sun goes down. Night hunting

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Thermal Scope vs. Monocular: Which Should You Choose?  

by L.p. Brezny

When deciding on optics for your rifle platform, your available options include thermal scopes and monoculars that allow you to distinguish between heat signatures and

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Thermal Scope Forums and Podcasts: All You Need to Know

by L.p. Brezny

Thermal scope forums and podcasts are a great way to see, in reality, how well devices work in the field, and they’re becoming a popular

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How to Use a Thermal Scope: All You Need To Know

by L.p. Brezny

Got a brand new thermal scope but not sure how to use it yet? Look no further, we cover all you need to know from

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How to Mount a Thermal Scope: All You Need To Know

by L.p. Brezny

You may not know this, but many people are pretty intimidated by installing a thermal scope themselves. While some rifles come with pre-installed mounting areas,

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When Do You Use a Thermal Scope: All You Need to Know

by L.p. Brezny

With thermal scopes becoming increasingly popular, many in the shooting community are asking questions about their functions, like: when can they be used? Is it

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How To Make a Thermal Scope: All You Need to Know

by L.p. Brezny

Is it possible to make your own thermal scope? Turns out, it is, and the process is relatively easy if you know your way around

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Thermal Scope Brands: Top Manufacturers for Rifle Optics

by L.p. Brezny

Thermal gun scopes are rapidly gaining in popularity, and as such, more brands are popping up and joining the market in a rush. But telling

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Features of a Thermal Optic Scope: Which Are Important?

by L.p. Brezny

Some of today’s thermal gun scopes seem to do everything but pull the trigger for you. Do you need a feature-packed scope? Do you need

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7 Best Clip-On Thermal Scopes of 2023 [And One To Avoid]

by L.p. Brezny

It’s estimated that there are over five million hogs and even more coyotes in the US. If you have any interest in hunting either of

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Why Are Thermal Scopes So Expensive & Are They Worth It?

by L.p. Brezny

Thermal scopes are the highest costing gun scopes on the market today. But that hasn’t slowed their sales, worldwide IR optics are growing over 11%

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What Is a Thermal Scope & What Do They Look Like?

by L.p. Brezny

You’ve probably just heard about these ‘thermal scopes’ and want to know what they do exactly. How’s it different from other scopes? And that’s fair

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Can Thermal Scopes See Through Smoke, Glass or Walls?

by L.p. Brezny

Did you know that firefighters use thermal scopes to save lives? But are they that useful with all the smoke?  Many people who enter the

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Thermal Scope vs Night Vision: Which is Better?

by Andrew Maurer

Thermal and night vision are similar but not the same. You probably already know both let you see in dark conditions.  But what makes them

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How Long Does a Thermal Scope Last: Life Span & Battery

by L.p. Brezny

As a buyer, you probably will wonder how long a thermal scope will last. And that’s wise because no one wants a scope with a

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Are Thermal Scopes Legal To Use & Can You Hunt Deer With Them? 

by L.p. Brezny

As night hunts become more popular, many people inevitably question whether using thermal scopes is even legal. More specifically, for venison lovers: is it legal

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How to Sight in a Thermal Scope During the Day (ATN & More)

by L.p. Brezny

Did you know that, unlike night vision optics, you can sight in a thermal scope during the day? That’s because the electronics that are utilized

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Best Thermal Scope For Coyote Hunting (Infrared Optics)

by L.p. Brezny

Before you head out on coyote hunts with a thermal scope (infrared optic), you need to know a few things about your intended target and

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How Do Thermal Scopes Work and What Are They? 

by Brian Belko

You’ve probably come across the words ‘thermal scopes’ quite recently and now want to know what these things actually do and why everyone is talking

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Best Thermal Scope for AR15: Top Optic Sight Attachments

by Andrew Maurer

Thermal vision is taking hunting, particularly hog and varmint hunting, by storm. At the same time, many of these hunters choose the AR15 to do

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Best Thermal Scope For Hog Hunting: Cheap Optics (2023)

by Jeramy Smith

Tell me if this has happened to you.  You go online and search for a product you’re interested in, only to be so overwhelmed by

Cheap Thermal Scope: Best Budget IR Imaging for Hunting

by L.p. Brezny

So, you want to go night hunting with your friends and hit your target even in complete darkness, but also want to avoid spending as

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What Gen Is My Glock & How To Tell [Easily]

December 1, 2023 No Comments

Since the first Glock was manufactured in 1982, this weapon has undergone several changes, evolving...

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MOA Meaning: Explained Simply [By An Expert]

November 1, 2023 No Comments

Have you ever heard someone at the range say they have a 1/4″ MOA on...

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5.56 vs .223: Definitive Guide To Which Is Superior [in 2023]

October 11, 2023 No Comments

Spend a few days on the shooting range, and the 5.56mm NATO vs .223 Remington...

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What Caliber Is 9mm: Weight, Size & More

October 2, 2023 No Comments

So, you’ve probably heard of the popular 9mm pistol. But what caliber is 9mm?  Here,...

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