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Scope Parallax and How to Eliminate it? A Simple Guide for Shooters

Scope Parallax and How to Eliminate it? A Simple Guide for Shooters

Posted by Jon Jackoviak on Oct 22nd 2025

When you're dialing in for accuracy at the range or out in the field chasing your next trophy, every little detail of your rifle setup matters. One concept that often gets overlooked—but can make a huge difference in your accuracy—is parallax. Understanding how scope parallax affects yo …
Choosing the Best Rifle Scope Reticle: A Comprehensive Guide

Choosing the Best Rifle Scope Reticle: A Comprehensive Guide

Posted by Jon Jackoviak on Oct 22nd 2025

Selecting the appropriate reticle for your rifle scope is essential for optimizing shooting performance, as it influences aiming precision, target acquisition speed, and adaptability to various shooting conditions. The ideal reticle depends on your specific shooting activities, such as hunting, targ …
Choosing the Right Scope Ring Height: A Quick Guide

Choosing the Right Scope Ring Height: A Quick Guide

Posted by Jon Jackoviak on Oct 21st 2025

Choosing the correct scope ring height is essential for achieving optimal accuracy and comfort when mounting a scope on your rifle. The ideal height ensures proper alignment between your eye and the scope, maintains a comfortable shooting posture, and provides necessary clearance between the scope a …
MOA vs MRAD: Understanding Minute of Angle and Milliradians

MOA vs MRAD: Understanding Minute of Angle and Milliradians

Posted by Jon Jackoviak on Oct 21st 2025

Two different methods of measuring angles are MOA (Minute of Angle) and MRAD (Milliradian, often just called “Mil”) These will allow you to adjust your rifle scopes and estimate range. If those terms sound intimidating, don’t worry! Think of them as the “inches vs centimeters …
Sighting In Your Rifle Scope: An Ultimate Guide

Sighting In Your Rifle Scope: An Ultimate Guide

Posted by Jon Jackoviak on Oct 20th 2025

Introduction Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just starting out shooting, zeroing your rifle scope is a skill you need to master. When your scope is properly zeroed, your aim point matches where your bullet will hit, giving you the confidence to shoot accurately every time. In this guide, we'll w …
Choosing the Best Binoculars for Bird Watching

Choosing the Best Binoculars for Bird Watching

Posted by Jon Jackoviak on Oct 16th 2025

Bird watching is a fascinating and fulfilling hobby, allowing enthusiasts to connect with nature in a unique way. One of the essential tools for bird watchers is a quality pair of binoculars. The right binoculars can greatly enhance your bird-watching experience, providing clear, detailed views of y …
Top Considerations before Buying your next Rifle Scope

Top Considerations before Buying your next Rifle Scope

Posted by Jon Jackoviak on Oct 16th 2025

One of the most important things to think about after buying a rifle is the right scope to go with it. When hunting or shooting, you will likely be aiming at an animal or target far away. A rifle scope will allow you to easily see your target and aim more accurately. There are a variety of factors t …
Nikon Monarch HG 8x30 Outdoor Life Editor's Choice Award

Nikon Monarch HG 8x30 Outdoor Life Editor's Choice Award

Posted by The Optic Zone on Oct 4th 2019

Outdoor Like has done their yearly editor's choice awards and have chosen the Nikon Monarch HG 8x30 midsize binoculars the best of the best. Outdoor Life's editors spent multiple days and countless hours in the field performing rigorous testing to evaluate multiple factors to determine what …
Top 5 Hunting Destinations in America

Top 5 Hunting Destinations in America

Posted by The Optic Zone on Jul 9th 2019

Americans are fortunate to have pockets of great hunting lands that stretch across the country from the Atlantic to the Pacific. For most dedicated hunters, good hunting is never more than a short drive away. Hunting prized game animals in some areas requires powerful rifles and long range hunti …