• ATN ThOR Wi-Fi Thermal Weapon Sight Accessory!

    Jan 25 • News, Videos • 6578

    It’s no secret that the ATN ThOR has been a favorite around the GearExpert offices.  I’ve written about these thermal imagers a few times since they debuted last year, and they’ve always impressed.  There is an incredible balance of quality, image resolution and a huge feature set that really separates the ThOR from other Thermal Imagers.  With the already high level of performance I imagine ATN probably struggled a bit to figure out a way to actually improve the ThOR, but they have.

    It’s a Wireless Future for Thermal!

    I heard someone say recently that the world is becoming wireless.  They were wrong.  The world IS wireless.  Nowadays we have phones that can do just about anything, or tablets that add insane functionality to everyone from corporate CEOs to infantry soldiers around the world.  ATN knows this, and they’ve taken advantage of the opportunities this presents.  Namely, Wi Fi connectivity for their ThOR Thermal Imagers.

    Imagine being able to get a target in your sights when training and having an instructor help you figure out where to aim.  They’d be able to see just where you’re aiming instead of counting on you to accurately describe it or spend some brass.  Before you even pull the trigger your instructor can tell you if you’ll miss and why.  Maybe you’re not compensating enough for bullet drop or wind.

    And of course it doesn’t just apply to training.  In the field you’ll have extra support, and being able to connect through Wi Fi increases your memory, so you can record far greater amounts of data through a laptop or your phone.  If you need proper records, this is the way to get it!

    The new ATN ThOR Wi-Fi Weapon Sights are really quite exciting, so be sure to check out our SHOT Show ATN Video above to learn more!

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  • Vortex Razor HD Binoculars & Spotting Scopes from SHOT Show!

    Jan 25 • News, Videos • 9019

    Vortex knows that when you have a good thing going it’s best to not rock the boat too much.  Their Razor HD line is essentially the definition of a “Good Thing.”  But that doesn’t mean Vortex is going to be stagnant.  They’ve added some great new models to this already spectacular line of optics.

    For instance, to complement the Razor HD Binoculars with 42mm objective lenses that were released last year Vortex just showed off new models with 50mm objective lenses.  They’re still very lightweight, and the clever body design hides the size fairly well.  The larger objective lenses gather more light, giving you a brighter, sharper image.  That’s a big deal and will really help during those twilight hours to spot game or if you’re a birder and want a super clear view of a long-sought-after bird.

    But the Razor HD Line is also known for their Spotting Scopes.  Vortex listened to their fans on this one and debuted Razor HD 50mm and 65mm Spotting Scopes with both straight and angled models.  Like their other Razor HD Spotters, these new models give you fine focus and HD glass, so you’re going to get a great view!

    I’m going to post a bunch of pictures of these new Vortex Razor HD Optics below, but be sure to watch the video above too so you can learn more about these fantastic new spotting scopes and binoculars!

     

     

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  • SOG Hunts Point Knives from SHOT Show!

    Jan 24 • News, Videos • 4849

    We only saw a few knife companies at SHOT Show this year, but you can be sure we took a look at SOG.  They’re one of my favorite knife brands, and that’s not a big surprise since they won this year’s Brilliance Award for Knife Brand of the Year!  That award was determined by you guys, so you clearly know your stuff.

    But I don’t think SOG is going to rest on their laurels.  They launched some nice new knives at SHOT Show last week, including the Hunts Point Knives!  You can see them in action above, and without a doubt they have a fantastic look and feel.  There are a couple different models, some with a boning style blade and others with a skinning style blade.  On one set the handle is glass reinforced for strength and a good grip, and it comes with a leather sheath.  So you’ll get a fair amount from one of these knives.

    There’s also another set that’s nearly identical, except there’s a rosewood handle.  I actually prefer the wood handle.  The look is classic and you still get the same fantastic blade.

    If you’re looking for a quality hunting knife, it’d be a mistake to not check out SOG.  They’ve proven themselves time and again with their great designs and quality construction.

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  • Weaver Redesigned their Grand Slam Rifle Scopes for SHOT Show!

    Jan 23 • News, Videos • 6429

    We spoke with Tom from Weaver at SHOT Show, and he gave us a rundown of their newly redesigned Grand Slam Rifle Scopes.  To be sure, Weaver is one of those brands you hear about all the time for their constant improvements.  It’s actually surprising that they can find so much to improve upon considering how good their scopes are to begin with.

    So what’s changed?  Well, quite a lot, actually.  The new Grand Slam Scopes have a lot of internal improvements but they’ve also improved the outside design to make them more sleek and sexy.  You can see this with the new Weaver Grand Slam Rings, which look great with these scopes, but also on a lot of other scopes.  They look great and they have a smooth feel so they won’t snag on anything.

    But the internal changes are what’s going to give you the performance boost from these new Weaver Grand Slam Scopes.  The Micro-Trac System has been improved to maintain the quality level people expect from Weaver, while at the same time making them more repeatable and nearly indestructible.  As Tom says in the video, these scopes are nearly bombproof.  The tracking system was already pretty tough and had few areas where problems could occur, but those tiny little areas where problems could have occurred before have been strengthened.

    You’ll still get great glass and a well-built scope, but the newly improved Micro-Trak System will give you incredibly precise elevation and windage adjustments while being insanely tough as well!  Take a look at the Weaver SHOT Show video above to learn more!

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  • BLACKHAWK GripBreak Holsters – New Leather & Nylon Holsters from SHOT Show!

    Jan 22 • News, Videos • 4501

    I’ve already written a bit about BLACKHAWK!’s SHOT Show gear, but one item that I didn’t really mention is their new GripBreak Holster.  The video above remedies this lack of info.  This is a cool new holster that’s actually quite versatile.  You don’t often see this much versatility in a holster, especially one made to BLACKHAWK!‘s quality standards.  The specific standard is the SERPA line.  Millions of these holsters have been sold since they debuted in 2004, and people love this system.  It’s easy to use, reliable and has incredible retention.

    But how can you beat the look and feel of a leather holster?  Simple answer: you can’t.  You just can’t beat a quality leather holster for its comfort level and classic style, but there are a lot of military and law enforcement professionals today who want the leather look, but the SERPA style of retention.  That’s where the GripBreak comes from.  You’ll have incredible retention, yet at the same time you’ll have a VERY fast draw.  The next time you’re on duty and need to draw your weapon you’ll really appreciate this.

    Another thing that’s great about this new line is its versatility.  The GripBreak has an abbreviated design, which means that you can use the same holster with more than one gun.  You can use compact handguns, 9mm, 40 calibers and more with the same holster!  That’s not something you see very often from a holster like this.

    When you want the look and feel of leather but the retention and fast draw of a SERPA, the BLACKHAWK! GripBreak is the holster for you!

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