#Optics

A field note on pistol optic window size, dot tracking, and why practical use matters more than spec-sheet assumptions.

A first-timer's account of Shot Show 2026, covering the scale, pace, exhibitors, fatigue, and what to expect.

A match report about moving from commentary to competing at Lynx Brutality after two years behind the microphone.

A reviewer checklist for evaluating shooting optics through use, clarity, controls, mounting, and practical performance.

A reassuring optics guide for shooters who see distortion, blur, or unusual reticle shapes through red dots.

An optics guide explaining true 1x magnification, why it matters, and how LPVOs and red dots compare at close range.

A foundational explanation of sight height, offset, and why close-range point of impact changes relative to the optic.

A shooting technique guide on compensating for trajectory with hold overs and hold unders at different distances.

A practical guide to choosing mini rifle optics based on target distance, stage design, shooter preference, and tradeoffs.

A practical mini rifle optics note explaining the tradeoffs behind choosing a hybrid sight setup over an LPVO.

A guide to the 36-yard zero concept and how trajectory choices affect practical rifle holds at different ranges.

A review entry for the Vortex Razor HD Gen III 1-10x24 LPVO and its role in practical shooting setups.