The 6.5 PRC has quickly earned a reputation for flat trajectory, manageable recoil, and match-grade accuracy beyond 500 yards. Whether you’re hunting elk on the open plains, deer in big country, or simply want to take full advantage of this cartridge’s range, your scope matters as much as your rifle. The ideal optic for 6.5 … Read more
The 6.5 Grendel is a hunter’s dream: low recoil, impressive accuracy, and a flat trajectory that’s perfect for medium game and varmints at 100–500 yards. Whether your rifle is an AR-15 or a bolt-action, pairing your Grendel with the right scope helps you tap every bit of its potential. This guide breaks down the best … Read more
If your hunts regularly put you in open country—whether it’s mule deer on the plains, pronghorn on the prairie, or elk in the mountains—a 400-yard shot is often the mark of an experienced, confident hunter. But that distance puts extra demands on your optics. You need a scope that offers a clear, bright image, precise … Read more
If you regularly take shots at 300 yards—whether it’s deer in open fields, pronghorn on the plains, or elk in the mountains—you need a hunting scope that balances clarity, zoom, a practical reticle, and rugged durability. At 300 yards, the right optic helps you identify game, place ethical shots, and react quickly in changing conditions. … Read more
If your hunting shots are typically between 100 and 250 yards, you need a scope with the right balance of magnification, field of view, clarity, and durability. Too much zoom can slow down your target acquisition, while too little can make it hard to spot animals in open fields or brush at 200 yards. This … Read more
If most of your hunting shots are around 100 yards—whether it’s deer in the woods, hogs in brush, or targets on the range—your scope needs are very different than for 300-yard or long-range shooting. The right optic for 100 yards should give you a bright, fast, wide field of view and simple aiming, not excessive … Read more
Hunting in Canada presents unique challenges: low light during dawn and dusk, dense forests in some regions, wide open country in others, and severe weather (cold, snow, moisture). The right rifle scope must balance clarity, durability, and flexibility. In this guide, I’ll walk you through what to look for in a scope tailored for Canadian … Read more
If you want real-world tested hunting optics, it’s smart to look at the team from Backfire (Backfire.tv). Their hands-on scope tests cut through the hype and focus on clarity, tracking, durability, and value for hunters. In this guide, you’ll find Backfire’s top-rated rifle scopes—plus a buyer’s guide, head-to-head comparison, and all you need to make … Read more
Hunting in Australia demands a scope that can handle bright sun, rugged terrain, long ranges, and the low-light windows at dawn or dusk. Whether you’re chasing deer, feral pigs, goats, or camouflaged game in thick scrub or open country, your optics need to deliver clarity, durability, and reliability. This guide will walk you through what … Read more
If you want a rifle scope that gives you an edge in low light, delivers unbeatable accuracy, and holds up to real-world field abuse, the $1,000–$2,000 price range is the hunting “sweet spot.” You get almost all the optical and mechanical advantages of the most elite brands, but often at a better value. Whether you … Read more