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The Maven B.5 18×56 Binoculars
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Zeiss Conquest V6 3-18×50 Riflescope Review
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Athlon Ares BTR 2.5-15×50 Riflescope Review
I’ve never been one to own or use the most expensive rifle scopes on the market. I tend to place more value in my optics towards binoculars and spotting...
Outdoorsmans Window Mount System Review
I hunt and scout mule deer everywhere from established road systems to deep in the backcountry. Consequently, I'm always looking for practical ways to save weight & bulk, while...
Zeiss Conquest HD 15×56 Review
Over the years I’ve been fortunate to be able to use some of the best optics made. Usually, that top shelf includes Zeiss, Leica, and Swarovski. Generally, I’m the...
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