• Sig Optics Bravo3 and Bravo5

    Jun 29 • Optics, Red Dot Sights • 42027

    Sig Bravo3 and Bravo 5

    Similar to the Sig Bravo 4, the Sig Bravo3 and Sig Bravo5 are prismatic sights meant for the AR platform. They are a rugged, fixed power optic with an etched reticle available in several configurations.

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    Overview

    The Sig Bravo line is composed of battle-ready optics meant to go from the box to your AR. With the Bravo3 and Bravo5, Sig is bringing their wide Field-Of-View design into an affordable price point. These rugged optics offer fast acquisition and a clear picture of everything happening downrange. Regardless of whether you go with the 3x or 5x model, each is available with a reticle for 5.56 NATO, 7.62 NATO, or .300BLK. Just like the Bravo4, the Bravo 3 and 5 have the MOTAC feature which automatically powers down the reticle illumination after 2 minutes of inactivity and turns it back on when moved. Overall the Bravo3 and Bravo5 offer what you need to make accurate, consistent hits downrange at a great price.

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    Specifications

    …………………………………………….Sig Bravo 3                          Sig Bravo 5

    Magnification:                                         3x                                           5x
    Field of View:                                      10 degrees                         6 degrees
    Eye Relief (inches):                                                      2.37
    Objective Lens Diameter:                                        30mm
    Battery:                                                                        CR2032
    Illumination Color:                                                      Red
    Brightness Settings:                                                     12
    Adjustment Clicks:                                                   ½ MOA
    Dimensions (inches):                                      6.46 x 3.03 x 2.56
    Waterproof:                                                                IPX-7
    Mount:                                                              1913 Picatinny Interface

    First Impression

    While the body housing isn’t quite as sleek or unique as the Bravo4, you can definitely tell it is made to handle the bumps and abuse of being put to work. The rails on the top and sides offer mounting points for things like a red dot sight, spare batteries, or anything else you might be inclined to attach.

    While the picatinny mount isn’t the most elegant, it certainly does the job it was meant to and the hex bolts don’t require special tools to adjust which is always a plus in my book. The optic cleared my rear iron sight without an issue but I had to adjust the stock for the eye relief so I removed the BUIS but another option is to move it in front of the optic.

    The adjustment clicks were consistent and easy to adjust after removing the caps. Zeroing the optic was a straightforward process and the reticle holds gave me solid hits on target.

    I liked the reticle and while I generally prefer a finer reticle than a thicker one, I wouldn’t mind some additional thickness on the Bravo3 reticle.

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    Summary

    The Bravo3 and Bravo5 are excellent additions to the Bravo line and strong competitors for similarly priced fixed power battle sights. They are built to perform at a reasonable price and with the larger field of view they stand apart from the crowd. If you are in the market for your first optic or are looking to upgrade from a red dot to a magnified optic, these are a great option that is tough to beat.

     

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  • Best Wild Turkey Recipes

    Jun 5 • Hunting, Recipes, Turkey • 10546

    Looking for ways to get your Wild Turkey on?  And we don’t mean the liquor…

    Baby Eating Turkey Leg

    You’ve gone through all of the hard work of getting yourself prepared for the season by getting the best turkey hunting gear out there.  You’ve spent countless hours scouting spots in the best turkey hunting locations to give yourself the best chance at scoring a Boss Gobbler.  Now after all of this due diligence and braving the harsh elements it’s time to reap the rewards.  But, how can you make the best out of your spoils of the hunt?  We’ve put together a small smattering of what we have found to be the best wild turkey recipes around.  And, the best part is you don’t have to be an Iron Chef Champion to cook them!


    Best Wild Turkey Chili

    Wild Turkey Chili

    Ingredients:

    -2 medium sized wild turkey breasts (you’ll want it cooked and shredded beforehand)

    -2 can diced tomatoes (14.5oz)

    -2 can stewed tomatoes (14.5oz), crush with hands

    -1 can tomato paste

    -2 can kidney beans (drained)

    -2 can black beans (drained)

    -1/4 cup olive oil

    -2 to 3 jalapenos chopped medium grade (2 jalapenos if you want milder, 3 or more if you want extra heat)

    -1 large yellow onion chopped

    -1 large green pepper chopped

    -2 cloves of finely chopped garlic

    -1 cup chicken broth

    -1 tablespoon of salt

    -2 tablespoons of pepper

    -1 tablespoon oregano

    -1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

    -2 tablespoon chili powder

    -2 tablespoon cumin spice

    -1/2 stick of butter

    Directions:

    -Using an 8 quart cooking pot: saute onions, jalapenos, and green pepper in olive oil and butter over medium high heat, stir until golden (about 5 minutes).  In a separate bowl, combine cumin, garlic, chili powder, cayenne, oregano, salt, and pepper, mix ingredients mix these together and then cook for 1 – 2 minutes.

    -Add chicken stock, beans, cooked wild turkey meat, and tomatoes. Bring mixture to a simmer and then reduce heat to low.  Let simmer for approximately 55 minutes.

    -When serving, for added flavor you can top with shredded cheese, sour cream, and even crushed tortilla chips.

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    Delicious Wild Turkey Stuffed Peppers

    Wild Turkey Stuffed Peppers

    Ingredients

    **While a meat grinder is ideal, you can easily grind your wild turkey in a blender.

    -4 bell peppers (any color will do, I personally like red)

    -1/4 pound of ground wild turkey

    -2 teaspoon ground pepper

    -1 teaspoon of salt

    -1/2 cup of water

    -1/2 cup frozen corn

    -1/2 cup black olives

    -1/2 cup of diced tomatoes

    -1/4 cup of diced jalapenos

    -1/2 cup of diced bell peppers

    -Half package of taco seasoning

    -1 cup shredded cheese (your choice, I prefer Colby jack cheese)

    -1 teaspoon of oregano

    -1 teaspoon of parsley

    Directions

    -In a skillet or frying pan, combine wild turkey, salt, pepper, 1/4 cup of water and cook until water is evaporated, breaking up the ground turkey into as small as pieces as possible.

    -In a larger sized bowl combine the meat with 1/2 cup of diced bell pepper, 1/2 cup tomatoes, 1/2 cup frozen corn, 1/2 cup black olives, half of the package of taco seasoning, shredded cheese and 1/4 cup of water.

    -Preheat oven to 395 degrees

    -Cut the tops off of the bell peppers, put the tops aside, get rid of the seeds and pith. Rub olive oil on the inside of a small baking pan or cover with foil and put the peppers inside, open side up.  Fill the peppers with the mixture and sprinkle parsley and oregano on top.  Cover the pepper with their tops and bake at 400 degrees for 50 minutes.

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    Savory Wild Turkey Kabobs

    Wild Turkey Kabob

    Ingredients

    -2 – 3 lbs of wild turkey breast

    -1 teaspoon of garlic salt

    -1/2 teaspoon of tabasco sauce

    -1 onion sliced

    -1lb fresh mushrooms

    -1 zucchini sliced

    -2 teaspoon ground pepper

    -1/4 cup of olive oil

    -1/4 cup soy sauce

    -2 tablespoon lemon juice

    -1 tablespoon sugar

    -16 oz package of bacon

    Directions

    -Put ingredients into large bowl mixing well (not vegetables or meat), then add cubed turkey meat into the bowl and let sit for 1 hour, or more, preferably overnight if you have the time. Make sure it’s refrigerated though.

    -When you start to put together the kabobs, cut the bacon slices in half and wrap each piece of turkey with 1/2 strip of bacon. Then assemble your kabobs in whatever order you desire.

    -Grill kabobs until the bacon is nice and crispy and enjoy! Cooking heat and time may vary, but typically it will be 350 degrees for 40 minutes, and maybe just a slight temperature bump up at the end just to crisp up the bacon.

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  • Must Have Turkey Hunting Gear for 2018

    May 30 • Hunting, Bird, Turkey • 15815

    All is fair in Love and War…and Turkey Hunting!

    Turkey Hunter

    We’ve given you the best States for hunting the elusive wild turkey, now we give you the best gear to make sure you come away with more than just a sunburn and wet socks.  To have the best bet of getting your tag punched you want to not only make sure you have the proper gear but also have the highest quality for your dollar -we’ve put in the leg work to help you on your way!


    Turkey Decoy

    Flextone Thunder Creeper Decoy Strutter Decoy

    $68.99

    The first thing you’ll notice on this bad boy is that it has extremely life like detailed molding on its flexible plastic body.  It comes with a realistic tail fan, or will accept real tail feathers – offering an invitation for a fight, something a boss gobbler won’t pass up.  The second thing is its easy carry-ability, I’m not big into lugging things through wooded areas or pretty much anywhere for that matter, so this decoy’s compact and lightweight body makes for an easy effortless haul.  Finally, it come with an attached carbon stake that smoothly slides into almost any terrain for easy setup – the stake unlike several I have seen in the past is sturdy and should last for many successful seasons.

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    Turkey Call Box

    Knight & Hale Razors Edge Game Call

    $44.89

    Most people would agree that the box call is one of the best ways to mimic a turkey, I would be one of those people.  Made with a sturdy mahogany body and a blood wood lid the look and feel is sturdy and classic.  The main thing that really sets this call apart from others is that, Knight & Hale, for the first time ever have added an aluminum edge onto the traditional box.  The aluminum edge gives you a raspy yelp that is really crisp and loud, while the non-aluminum side gives you a more smooth tone of what most hunters have come to expect out of a box call.  The two option call and the solidly built structure make this baby one of the must haves for not only this season, but many to come.

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    Turkey Mouth Call

    FoxPro Crooked Spur Mouth Call Combo

    $18.99

    FoxPro has delivered again with these Super high quality mouth calls.  This pack as you can see in the picture above comes with 3 different turkey mouth calls: the Black V Cut, the Orange Bat Cut, and the Double Gray.  These game calls offer a huge range of pitch, tone, and realism for medium to high level turkey callers.  Beginners can use these as well, but they do take a little getting used to – the Double Gray is the one you’ll want to begin with if you are just starting out.  The three colors that they come in make it super easy to differentiate between the calls so you can quickly choose the one you want without having to think twice.

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    Bird Knife

    Cold Steel Bird and Game 7.25in Fixed Blade Knife

    $21.19

    Extremely lightweight knife at under 2 ounces (sheathed), yet extremely strong, this is a very straight forward and useful knife at not a hefty cost.  The blade is as sharp as they come and perfect for small game.  The integral finger ring is what really sets this bird and game knife apart from its competitors though.  It allows you to keep the knife in a safe grasp even when working on the most delicate of cuts.   It also comes with a secure x sheath that glides seamlessly into any pocket, or hangs easily around the neck, and keeps the knife sheathed securely – but is still easy to access with a push of the button.

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    20 Gauge Choke

    Jebs Choke Tubes Mossy Oak Headhunter Turkey Choke – 20 Gauge

    $79.99

    This turkey choke has the JEBS patented “multi-staged” interior bore design – this makes the pattern way more precise and dense on the target.  This tube is perfect for both a seasoned vet and a turkey rookie alike.  And though these chokes have been around for a few years now, they just recently partnered up with Mossy Oak to add a really cool camouflage element to the choke.

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    Hunting Blind

    Rhino Blinds Rhino-200 Hunting Ground Blind Hunting

    $147.49

    Even though this blind is light and compact enough to fit into a backback, it can comfortable fit 3 medium sized hunters – this larger size gives you enough room for both bow and gun hunting as well.  It has bush loops so you can add natural cover, mesh windows that allow you scout and spy through without turkey detection, and a Mossy Oak breakup country pattern making you virtually invisible to turkeys.  For ease of use it has a quick pop up set up and a zipper-less entry.

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    Rambo Bike

    Rambo Bikes 750W Electric Bike NWTF Edition R750C

    $2,149.00

    The Rambo bike might be a little out of most people’s price range, including my own, but this hunting mobility unit was so awesome I had to add it to the list.  This electric   bike lets you pedal, use both pedal and motor, and use the motor by itself.  Using the motor the bike can go over 20mph and travel 19 miles, and if you get stranded without juice, you can just pedal away.  It’s portable, quiet, and makes getting to your favorite tree stand a cinch.  Also, if comes with an official NWTF satchel that allows you stow plenty of gear and supplies for the ride.

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    Turkey Hunting Chaps

    National Wild Turkey Federation 9120 Chaps

    $59.99

    Not overly loose and not overly tight, these NWTF chaps are made of water repellant brushed nylon fabric, keeping the wind from beating on you too heavily and your under-layers dry. They come with nylon zippers, snaps, and adjustable belt straps, and are more comfortable to wear than the standard knee high snake gaiters.  And because they come in camo they can double as your camo suit without having to wear additional pants.  If you’re looking to stay safe and stay comfortable at the same time during your turkey hunt, or any other outdoor excursion these are the chaps for you.

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    Vortex Binoculars

    Vortex Viper HD 8×42 Roof Prism Binocular V200

    $489.99

    The classic Viper HD line has been revamped, keeping all of the great features of the older version, but adding some great improvements.  One of the biggest improvements is that it now has a 409’ field of view at 1000yds, giving you a huge boost from the 347’ field from the previous 8×42 version.  Another addition is the vast improvement of the premium HD Lens system, heightening image quality by increasing brightness, sharpness and contrast.  Finally the Vortex Viper HD now has an outstanding 6.5’ close focus, bringing that giant gobbler into focus that is right in front of you.  These binoculars are also available in 10×42, 12×42, 10×50, and 12×50.

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  • Top Turkey Hunting States For 2018

    Apr 12 • Hunting, Bird, Turkey • 19344

    Looking to get your Turkey tag punched in 2018?  We have the go-to States just for your needs – calculated in our Turkey hunting computer by bird populations, amount of public land, scenery, and much more!

    Field of Turkeys

    After hours of extensive research and I do mean extensive, we have complied what most hunters would consider their bucket list of the Best Turkey Hunting Sites.  And though there was a heavy emphasis on turkey populations, hunter success, and total harvest numbers – these were not the only determining factors.

    So, while all states were created equal in the eyes of the law, not all were created equal in the hunt – see how your favorite hunting spot compares to the rest of country.  Leave a comment below if you think we overlooked what you consider the best.

    6) Texas

    Texas

    Population: 500,000-600,000 Rio Grande Turkeys; 16,000 Eastern Turkeys

    Harvest: 19,600

    Being the second biggest state in the US it’s no surprise that Texas sports one of the biggest Turkey populations around.  What is surprising is that almost a hundred years ago Turkeys almost disappeared from the lone star state due to unregulated hunting and loss of habitat.  Having made a veracious comeback Turkeys now inhabit 223 of the 254 counties in Texas.  Giving you the sense that anywhere you look you’ll find a Fowl a foot.  This coupled with the vast amounts of public hunting land makes Texas a Turkey hunting heaven.

    Another cool side note is they have a seasonal competition based on a point system of weight, beards, spurs, and more.  The biggest Turkey taken was in 1993 weighing a whopping 30.75lbs.

    -It will cost you roughly $126 for a nonresident license.

    5) New York

    New York

    Population: 250,000 Eastern Wild Turkeys

    Harvest: 17,492

    Known mostly for the huge metropolis known as NYC, not many people think of New York as a prime hunting destination.  When they look more into it though they are always pleasantly surprised.  When the Europeans arrived to the Americas NY state was virtually covered with Turkey’s – a literal Turkey paradise – like Texas though they were hunted to near extinction in the early 1900s.  Thanks to some brazen Turkeys’ crossing over from Pennsylvania the paradise lost is quickly being regained.

    -Out of State license and tag runs about $120.

    4) Pennsylvania

    Pennsylvania

    Population: 360,000 Turkeys

    Harvest: 35,966

    PA sports a beautiful yet rugged terrain, and a very rich hunting tradition.    Near 1 million licensed hunters take to the woods each year (not all for Turkeys of course), so competition could be considered stiff.  PA makes up for this though with vast state game lands, with north-central PA counties being one of the truly wild places left in the US.  The  Northwest Allegheny National Forest sports some 517,000 acres of wilderness by itself.

    We must admit one of the biggest upsides of PA, besides it’s beauty and history, is that spring turkey season runs all the way through May.

    -Fees for non-residents run around $101.

    3) Missouri

    Missouri

    Population: 440,000 Eastern Turkeys

    Harvest: 48,436

    At the beginning of the 2015 turkey hunting season MO wildlife officials were considering expanding the hours due to one of the sharpest increases in Turkey population in almost 55 years.  This was a very good sign of things to come.  And come they did, MO now sports one of the biggest populations and harvests in the nation.  You’ll want to stay to northern counties of MO for your best chances though, especially Macon, Shelby, Adair, and Knox.

    -Non-residents will be spending  a GearExpert list high of about $160 which is a bummer, but on the plus side the cost of a youth license is $9.50 whether the youngster lives in Missouri or another state.

    2) Alabama

    Alabama

    Population: 400,000-500,000 Eastern Turkeys

    Harvest: 42,000

    Lynyrd Skynyrd wasn’t singing about turkeys when he strummed up the classic hit “Sweet Home Alabama”, but he wouldn’t have been lying if he was.  With about 76 percent of the state being timbered, roughly 23 million acres, and a conservative estimate of 400,000 birds to hunt – 500,000 at the higher end, it’s hard not to see what is so sweet about this state.  And, though the turkeys in this state have been said to be cagey and battle hardened, they can’t be much tougher than any of the other states on the list.  A few of the best localized hot-spots to keep in mind if you head out that way are Freedom HIlls Wildlife Management Area in Colbert, Bankhead National Forest in Lamar, and Sam R. Murphy in Marion.

    -A 3 day license goes for $132.

    1) Wisconsin

    Wisconsin

    Population: 350,000 Eastern Turkeys

    Harvest: 42,970

    So much public land, so many turkeys, and so much time.  The land while so vast is one of the easiest of any states to access, that coupled with a moderate climate, and a massive population of Turkeys make this the ideal spot for 2018.  And, like PA, WI spring turkey hunting season runs through May, giving you plenty of time to bag your 30lb’er.  Finally, WI is the safest of turkey hunting states, with no incidents recorded all of last year.

    -Non-resident turkey license will run a very reasonable $55.

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  • 2018 SHOT Show Experience

    Mar 2 • SHOT Show • 18215

    SHOT Show 2018 has come. SHOT 2018 has gone. SHOT 2018 is still resonating. There were lots of new releases to look at. There were also some existing products that have been out a few years, which were overlooked. Unfortunately, much of what I saw is now on my “gotta have” list, which angers my wallet greatly.

    IWI has two new releases that are on my list. First, is the Tavor 7 in 7.62x51mm NATO, that captivated me. This bullpup rifle is barely a larger or heavier than the well known 5.56x45mm NATO versions. Its balance was superb as were the controls. Subtle changes have been introduced on this new model that seemed natural. This is how the Tavor should have been made all along. The ability to quickly and easily switch from a right handed configuration to a left handed one with no tools is outstanding. This can also be done in the field at the user level due to the simplicity engineered in to the system. The charging handle now has the ability to be pushed slightly up, locking the bolt to the rear. This is very reminiscent of HK roller lock firearms. In use it is; fast, instinctive, and convenient.

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    The Second offering from IWI that got my attention is their new shotgun the TS12. This, like the others in the Tavor lineup, is a bullpup. It is a semi-automatic 12 gauge capable of handling 2 3/4” & 3” shells. The magazine system for the TS12 is rather unusual, though not unheard of. It features three tubular magazines arranged as a cylinder, similar to a revolver. Each magazine is capable of holding 4 rounds of 3” shells or 5 rounds of 2 ¾” shells. Once a magazine runs dry the bolt will lock to the rear. At this point the user pushes a release on the forward part of the trigger guard to release the magazine lock, rotates the magazine in either direction and when the magazine lines up, the round will travel up the lifer followed by the bolt closing behind it. Repeat this process until you are out of ammo. With the fully loaded magazines, one in the chamber, and one on the lifter in a “ghost load” you now have 17 rounds of 12 gauge ready to go down range. Not an insubstantial payload!

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    Both of the new offerings above have flattop Picatinny rails on them, allowing the end user to choose the sights or optics that they most prefer. Right next door to the IWI booth was Meprolight, with answers to many of my “what optic do I need” questions. Handling several reticle versions of the M-21 Reflex sight, made me think that might be the optic of choice for the shotgun. While the M-21 is not a new release, it has flown under the radar of many. It is a dual illuminated sight harnessing both a fiber optic system and tritium for low light illumination. It is an always-on optic, with no switches or dials needed to adjust brightness. The zeroing controls are both flush and capless, providing the utmost in strength and reliability. The mount included with the M-21 features QD levers, so even in the worst of circumstances the sight can be easily removed in the field.

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    For the Tavor 7, there were many options that I liked. For a simple and affordable option the RDS from Meprolight is a rugged red dot sight with a large viewing window. It is powered by a commonly available AA battery, avoiding the issues surrounding specialty batteries. Due to be released later this year, the RDS will expand its offerings to include both red & green dots as well as having dot & circle-dot reticle options. All models feature QD levers for super easy donning and removal of the sight.

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    At a bit higher price point but dripping with cool factor is the Meprolight MOR sight. This is one serious reflex system. This sight features a fiber optic collector to power the reticle with ambient light, tritium to illuminate it in the dark, and a battery to brighten it when required. Either dot or circle dot reticles are available. This is not the end of the sight though. It also includes two lasers integrated in to it. One is visible with red being currently offered, green is coming soon, and the other is IR or infrared for use with night vision devices. This IR laser is invisible to the naked eye. Both the lasers and the reflex power come from commonly available AA batteries. In a very wise move of design, once you sight in the reflex reticle the lasers are slaved to the same place, so you only have to sight in once. That is a nice touch!

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    Sometimes you are willing to tradeoff the quick target acquisition of a red dot or reflex sight system for something with a bit of magnification, allowing you to see better at distance and therefore be more accurate. Meprolight has risen to the challenge with their new fixed power rifle scopes in 4x and in 6x. There are several reticle options that will be made available in both so that you may choose the one that best suits you and your caliber of choice. All will be illuminated via a CR2032 battery. A QD mount is also standard with the scope.

    These days optics aren’t only for your longarms. Now, the benefits of red dot sights are common place on pistols too. There has always been a conundrum about this though. How to best go about installing the red dot? You can have your slide milled, at a not inconsequential expense. You can buy a precut slide, again at a not inconsequential expense. You can buy a whole new gun, very much at a not inconsequential expense. Lastly you can buy a mount that interfaces with the frame putting the optic above the slide and not on it. The issue with the last option is that is that it pretty much precludes the use of holsters. Meprolight has thought outside of the box with their new pistol optic system. They have modified their famous night-sights to have a proprietary rail forward of the rear sight. This rail is a single piece attached to the rear sight. All you need to install it is to install the night-sight itself. Now you have a QD mount that quickly and easily can be put on and taken off of the rail in only seconds. Meprolight will offer their own micro red dot sight for this system, but the mount is compatible with others, should you have a strong preference.

    Meprolight isn’t the only optic company to showcase cool items at the show. If you have not considered the Primary Arms Platinum series of riflescopes you are doing yourself a disservice. The glass on these scopes is simply amazing. While they are not inexpensive, they represent a tremendous value. These scopes would cost double to triple if there was another manufactures name on them. The glass on both is simply amazing. The controls are top notch. The reticles are outstanding. Using the 1-8 I was hitting targets at 500 yards easily with a 5.56x45mm NATO chambered AR. It takes all the guesswork and math out of shooting at distance. There are some new grid inspired reticles coming out soon on both magnifications that will let even a novice shoot like a marksman.

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    Perhaps you already have a riflescope you really like, but like so many these days, you would like to try your hand at hog hunting Pulsar Digital Night Vision Attachment Forward This is now easily remedied by Pulsar with their forward series of digital night vision. This series attaches to the objective of your already zeroed riflescope to allow you to use your favorite optic, day or night. Now you can quickly and easily use your favorite rifle for nighttime hunting without giving up any of its daytime potential. In addition, when it comes down to night vision this is a real bargain to boot.

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    The last thing that is on my short list is the Elite Survival Systems STEALTH Covert Operations Backpack. While the bag has been available for around a year now, I had not seen this blue/gray color scheme before. This is a backpack, capable of holding AR’s (broken down in to two pieces), AK’s with side folding stocks, and all manner of SBR’s. While that is far from unique, this looks like any other commonly available backpack that you might see in an urban environment. You can now tote your favorite rifle around with you and not raise any eyebrows as you do. The bag is voluminous, offering plenty of storage for tactical and non-tactical items alike. True to its name though, no matter the equipment hidden within, the bag blends in just fine with a crowd.

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    Even firearms themselves are shedding the tactical colors of the past to be more evocative and friendly. Ergo Grip Robbins Egg Blue With companies like Ergo Grip offering many colors now, such as Robbins Egg Blue, and others like GUNTEC offering AR uppers in baby blue (among many other colors), the narrow selection of firearm colors of the past is now much wider. Companies like Armaspec & Strike Industries have been providing more and more color options as well.  This has increased appeal to some shooters, and should prove to be only a good thing in the long run.

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    All this barely scratches the surface of what was displayed at SHOT. I could go on for ages, relaying what I saw, what I need in my personal collection, and what caused me to scratch my head in puzzlement. It was, as it always is a dizzying experience where one tries to retain as much as is possible from a short duration. This year the show as it has in previous years has proved to be costly to my wallet, but richly rewarding.

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