Mike Fellon

The M1A is not traditionally a rifle that you’d think to pair with a scope. But believe me when I say this – it’s an outstanding firearm with a stellar reputation. If I were to personify it, I would say it’s as American as it gets. Tracing back its lineage to the battle-scarred and time-tested … Read more

I’ve been testing rifle scopes for over 10 years, and the 3-9×40 configuration keeps coming back into my testing rotation for one simple reason: it’s what most hunters actually need, even though it’s not what they think they want. 3x handles close shots in the timber. 9x reaches across clearcuts. A 40mm objective balances light … Read more

Too many times, I’ve found myself giving up on a hunt just as things were starting to heat up because the Sun had set and darkness was setting in. Too many times, I’ve wished for a tool to help me see better in the dark. That’s when I turned to thermal vision rifle scopes. Having … Read more

The .338 Lapua Magnum presents a challenge most other cartridges don’t: you need a scope with enough elevation adjustment to reach targets at distances where most rifles quit. I’ve tested dozens of scopes over the years, but when it comes to this cartridge’s 1500+ yard capability, the math is simple, if your scope doesn’t have … Read more

Three and a half inches of eye relief is fine until you’re shooting something that kicks. My .375 H&H taught me that lesson on an elk hunt in Montana—one shot from prone and the scope found my eyebrow. That purple reminder lasted two weeks and sent me down the path of actually understanding why some … Read more

Three years ago, I was sitting in a creek bottom stand in North Texas when a mature eight-point stepped out of the mesquite just as the sun was kissing the horizon. The shot was maybe 180 yards – not difficult for my .270 – but in that dim light, I couldn’t make out the deer … Read more

Are you in the market for a new tactical sniper scope that can accurately shoot 1,000 yards or more? Long–range (1,000–yard) scopes have a few decisive advantages over mid-range scopes when it comes to accuracy and making super precise wind and elevation adjustments. All these features come at a price, though, and so most long-range … Read more

In my hours on the field and at the range, I’ve taken a deep dive into the world of .45-70 caliber rifle scopes. Now, I’m bringing that experience to you in the form of this buyer’s guide, highlighting key features to keep an eye on and reviewing four outstanding .45-70 scopes you can consider for … Read more

If you’re like me, the idea of taking long-range shots with a rifle is both exhilarating and intimidating. You can’t help but admire the skill and precision required to make those shots at 1000 yards or more. But it can be tough to know where to begin when choosing a rifle scope if you’re just … Read more