The Aimpoint (
www.aimpoint.com
) 3X-C Magnifier, which debuted at SHOT Show 2016, is now shipping to dealers. It can be used with all Aimpoint sights for long-range aiming or observation, or as a handheld 3X monocular. Aimpoint magnifiers use the red dot in Aimpoint sights as the aiming reticle, eliminating the need for re-zeroing when shifting between non-magnified and magnified aiming. The 3X-C is encased in a shock absorbing protective rubber cover that also creates an ideal ergonomic grip. Internal optical adjustments make aligning the magnifier and sight quick and easy.
The LaserBallistics Series of laser range finders from American Technology Network (ATN) (
www.atncorp.com
) can be used with any ATN Smart HD Scope or with any traditional rife scope as a standalone ballistic calculator. You can use ATN's Ballistic Calculator App on your smart phone or tablet. The Laserballistics 1500 Digital Rangefinder has an effective range up to 1,500 yards, and after being connected with your phone and Smart-HD scope, can adjust the reticle in only five seconds. It features Bluetooth connectivity, a mobile app for day scopes, ranging mode, fog mode, and speed mode.
You can expect to see multiple new Elite Tactical AR Optics and models from Bushnell (
http://bushnell.com
) at SHOT. From the Elite Tactical line, Bushnell will be debuting its LRTSi, SMRS, and DMR II-I models. From the AR Optics line you'll see the 3X Magnifier, Enrage Red Dot, Engulf Micro Reflex Red Dot, and Incinerate Red Dot. The Bushnell AR Optics 3X Magnifier is designed to perfectly pair with AR Optics TRS-25 by Bushnell, but it works with any red dot. The AR Optics 3X Magnifier mounts behind your optic and it comes with an ambidextrous flip mount so you can flip it out of the way when you don't need it.
At the C-More Systems (
https://cmore.com/
) booth at SHOT, you'll see the STS2 and the RTS2, both of which are new and improved, and well suited for duty use. The STS2 is intended as a handgun optic. It is a small, compact sight with a 10-position manually operated push button intensity switch with previous intensity return and auto off. It has precision 1 MOA click adjustments for easy zeroing. The RTS2 works well on a carbine, with a larger lens than the STS2, in addition to all of the same features. Many new mounting options are scheduled to be available for both sights in 2017.
The all new Leupold (
www.leupold.com
) LTO-Tracker thermal viewer is compact at only 5.6 inches long and weighs less than 10 ounces, allowing it to be carried comfortably in a pant pocket. While hunters may find it handy, so will law enforcement officers. It runs on a CR123 battery that delivers 10 hours of continuous operation. Equipped with a 6x digital zoom and 21 degree field of view, this thermal device will detect subjects up to 600 yards away. The LTO has six color palettes to choose from and a user controlled reticle for greater viewing precision.