Optics

A modestly priced .22 with exceptional out-of-the-box accuracy is topped with the Leatherwood USMC Sniper scope, making for one classy rimfire.

In this Gun Digest blog, Wayne van Zwoll explains differences between rifle scopes. Matching the scope to the rifle is important.

AR-15 scopes are pretty simple; after all, you're just picking a scope for a rifle. Of course in the defensive, law-enforcement or military context, durability becomes much more important than in hunting.

Better hunting optics deliver more detail, brighter images, clearer aim and less eye-strain during long glassing sessions. Here's a look at some of the best scopes and binoculars.

Check out Aimpoint's new micro sights and mounts for handguns and rifles.

The Nightforce is burly enough to take a beating, yet gracefully maintains synergy with both heavy and light firearms.

The Alpen APEX binos, Model 495 offer 10x42 magnification in an amazingly small and tough package.

The new Trijicon Reflex is a non-magnified, self-luminous sight engineered to provide additional light gathering capabilities.

With so many great optics choices, where do you start? Here's a quick guide to the best of 2008.

Whether you're a hunter, shooter or operator, you must be able to see your target. Thankfully, there's a large assortment of glass nowadays for specific needs.

Dave Morelli reviews the Zeiss Conquest 4.5-14x44 MC scope with Rapid-Z Reticle.

Sightron Inc. introduces five new SIII model scopes designed for hunting, tactical and long-range shooting.

Aside from superior marksmanship, extraordinary fieldcraft and mastering tactics, one thing that sets a sniper apart is his high-quality optics.

Starting as a military arm, the AR’s popularity has increased at such a rate it seems there’s now an attachment that will do just about anything, even wash your car. AR-15 accessories abound in today's aftermarket.

A new rear side mount makes it simple to install the short-length Leatherwood Malcolm scope on Sharps sporting rifles.

Carl Zeiss Optical Inc.'s latest version of the Victory Diavari 6-24x72 T* FL features state-of-the-art FL glass - a first for riflescopes - resulting in better light transmission.