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					<description><![CDATA[By The Small Arms Review Editorial Staff Aimpoint These two products, when paired together are perfect for multiple applications. The Micro T-2 (AR Ready version refers to the type of mounting systems it comes with – a 39mm spacer and LRP, Lever Release Picatinny, base attachment), has on 1x optical magnification but increases to 6x [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p>By The Small Arms Review Editorial Staff</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Aimpoint</h2>



<p>These two products, when paired together are perfect for multiple applications. The Micro T-2 (AR Ready version refers to the type of mounting systems it comes with – a 39mm spacer and LRP, Lever Release Picatinny, base attachment), has on 1x optical magnification but increases to 6x when paired with the 6X Magnifier (6XMag-1). The 6XMag-1 is great for use mounted on a rifle or carbine or as a handheld observation device.</p>


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<p>Product Name: Micro T-2 AR Ready (Red Dot Sight)<br>Optical Magnification: 1x<br>Eye Relief: Unlimited<br>Exit Pupil: N/A<br>Field of View: N/A<br>Adjustment Range: 1 yard at 100 yards<br>Reticle Color: Red<br>Solution Calculation Time: N/A<br>Menu: N/A<br>Power Supply: 3V lithium battery, type CR2032<br>Ranging Laser: N/A<br>Visible Laser: N/A<br>Aperture: Clear aperture, 18mm<br>Range: Variation<br>Minimum range: Zero<br>Range Accuracy: 2 MOA<br>Dimensions: 2 5/8” x 3 1/16”<br>Weight: 3 oz, 84g. (sight only)<br>MSRP (USD): $971.00</p>


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<p>Product Name: 6XMag-1 (Magnifier)<br>Optical Magnification: 6X<br>Eye Relief: 70 mm<br>Exit Pupil: 3.3 mm<br>Field of View: 3 degrees<br>Adjustment Range: Diopter -3 to +3<br>Reticle Color: N/A<br>Solution Calculation Time: N/A<br>Menu: N/A<br>Power Supply: N/A<br>Ranging Laser: N/A<br>Visible Laser: N/A<br>Aperture: N/A<br>Range: N/A<br>Minimum range: N/A<br>Range Accuracy: N/A<br>Dimensions: 6” x 1 13/16”<br>Weight: 8.8oz<br>MSRP (USD): $878.00</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">ATN</h2>


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<p>Product Name: X-Sight II HD 5-20<br>SKU#: DGWSXS520Z<br>Thermal Sensor: ATN L130 Sensor<br>Optical Magnification: 5<br>Eye Relief: 65mm<br>Field of View: 5 degrees<br>Adjustment Range: 1/8&#8243;<br>Reticle Colo: Multiple Color Options (7 colors)<br>Menu: Yes<br>Lithium rec: 4AA (Lithium recommended)<br>Ranging Laser: NO<br>Visible Laser: NO<br>Objective Lens: 85 mm<br>Range: Day 500 m / Night 200 m<br>Minimum range: 25 m<br>Dimensions: 11.36&#8243; x 3.5&#8243; x 3.45&#8243;/ 289 x90 x 8 mm<br>Weight: 2.55 lbs/ 1.15 kg<br>MSRP (USD): $699</p>


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<p>Product Name: ThOR HD 2.5-25x, 640&#215;480, 50mm<br>SKU#: TIWSTH643A<br>Thermal Sensor: 640&#215;480<br>Optical Magnification: 2.5<br>Eye Relief: 65mm<br>Field of View: 12.5&#215;9.7<br>Adjustment Range<br>Reticle Color: Multiple Color Options (7 colors)<br>Menu: Yes<br>Lithium rec: 4AA (Lithium recommended)<br>Ranging Laser: NO<br>Visible Laser: NO<br>Objective Lens: 50 mm<br>Range: 1500 m<br>Minimum range: 25 m<br>Dimensions: 8.81&#8243; x 3.16&#8243; x 3.14&#8243; / 224 x 80 x 80 mm<br>Weight: 1.85 lbs/0.83 kg<br>MSRP (USD): $4,999</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Barrett</h2>



<p>BORS (Barrett Optical Ranging System) is an integrated ballistics computer that mounts directly on the riflescope and couples to the elevation knob. &nbsp;Drawing from several tables and taking into account a number of real-time external factors, it automatically gives the shooter the exact yardage at which a bullet will hit. &nbsp;Once the distance to the target has been estimated, &nbsp;the computer can be put into action by simply turning the elevation knob until the LCD displays the target’s range. &nbsp;Three internal sensors automatically calculate the ballistic solution. BORS compensates for temperature, changes in air pressure, and aiming at an upward or downward angle. BORS even determines if the rifle is canted. BORS kit includes the proprietary Barrett Ballistic Software &nbsp;(requires Windows XP or higher, and is not directly MAC OS compatible) that’s pre-programmed with a library of common projectiles and velocities selected by Barrett. It also includes a BORS data cable that allows the user to program custom loads on a personal computer and transfer them directly to BORS.</p>



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<p>Weight: * 13 oz (370 g)<br>Height Above Centerline of Scope:: 2.49” (6.32 cm)<br>Width: 3.25” (8.26 cm)<br>Display: 2 lines, 12 character LCD<br>Operating Temperatures: 32° F thru 158° F (0° c thru 70° c)<br>Operating Altitude: -1,000 thru 20,000 ft (-300 thru 6,100 m)<br>Tilt Range: -90° thru 90° (2-degree resolution)<br>Battery: CR-123<br>Life: 30 hour minimum (with 1,500 mAh battery)<br>Buttons: 4 button<br>Optical Magnification: n/a<br>Eye Relief: N/a<br>Exit Pupil: N/a<br>Field of View: N/a<br>Adjustment Range: N/a<br>Reticle Color: N/a<br>Solution Calculation Time: Instant&nbsp;<br>Menu: n/a<br>Power Supply: CR-123 battery<br>Ranging Laser: N/a<br>Visible Laser: N/a<br>Aperture: N/a<br>Range: 2500 yards or meters<br>Minimum range: 100 yards or meters<br>Range Accuracy: N/a<br>Dimensions: See above<br>Weight: 13 ounces<br>MSRP (USD): $1,400 to $1,800</p>



<p>DRAGON-S (Sniper) In-line Thermal Sight is designed for use with a range of optical dayscopes and provides snipers with a 24Hr surveillance and target engagement capability. DRAGON-S is factory set to eliminate the need for rezeroing when used in conjunction with the dayscope. A light seal is provided between the In-line Thermal Sight and the dayscope.</p>



<p>DRAGON-S is part of the DRAGON family of uncooled thermal products from Qioptiq that utilize the latest in uncooled thermal camera, electronics and optical technologies to deliver world leading performance and reliability.</p>



<p>DRAGON-S can be adapted for use on a variety of weapons mounting to either a Picatinny or NATO rail.</p>



<p>DRAGON-S thermal sight is designed specifically to meet target engagement and surveillance requirements for military customers and law enforcement agencies providing high performance within a lightweight, compact and rugged military qualified design.</p>



<p>DRAGON-S delivers a capability to detect man and vehicle targets 24 hours a day, even in poor visibility, in total darkness and through battlefield obscurants.</p>



<p>DRAGON-S can be fitted with Qioptiq’s LO GLINT coating technology to reduce sunlight glint and reflection as an option.</p>



<p>RIGIDITY &#8211; All aluminum construction for structural rigidity and EMC sealing properties ensures good integration and compatibility with surrounding systems.</p>



<p>STABILITY &#8211; Boresight stability guaranteed through state of the art optical design and lens mounting techniques.</p>



<p>SIMPLICITY &#8211; Controls have been designed and positioned for ease of access and MMI designed for ease of use across all roles.</p>


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<p>Dragon (S) Sniper – In-Line Thermal weapon<br>Optical Magnification: X 1 (in-line sight)<br>Eye Relief: Day sight eye relief<br>Field of View: 7.4º HFOV<br>Adjustment Range: Day Sight<br>Reticle Color: Customer specific<br>Solution Calculation Time: Day sight<br>Menu: Customer specific<br>Power Supply: 4 x 1.5V AA Lithium Disulphide (LiFeS2 )<br>Ranging Laser: Customer specific<br>Visible Laser: Customer specific<br>Aperture: Day sight<br>Range: Detection &#8211; 3080m<br>Orientation &#8211; 1540m<br>Recognition &#8211; 780m<br>Identification &#8211; 400m<br>Minimum range: 5m to Infinity<br>Dimensions:Weight:</p>



<p>MERLIN-LR (Long Range) is a lightweight night vision adaptor for military and law enforcement operators who want to retain the use of their existing day scopes.</p>



<p>MERLIN-LR is part of the MERLIN family of Night Vision Products from Qioptiq utilising the latest optical technologies to deliver world leading performance and reliability.</p>



<p>It can be fitted with a wide range of standard and autogating image intensifier tube variants from US and European manufacturers.</p>



<p>MERLIN-LR is a high resolution collimated night sight for use in front of an existing day sight, providing the user with a 24 hr capability.</p>



<p>It can be installed and removed without the need for re-zeroing and ensures a high night time first round hit probability.</p>



<p>It attaches via a quick release mount onto either a primary or secondary picatinny rail attached to the weapon (other mounting options are available) and the controls are easily accessible by the user.</p>



<p>It’s powered from 2 commercially available 1.5V AA batteries which provide over 90 hours.</p>


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<p>MERLIN-LR – In–Line Weapon Mounted Night Sight<br>Magnification: x1<br>Field of View: 9°<br>Detection Range &#8211; Man: 2040m – Quarter Moon, 2940m &#8211; Moonlight<br>Weight (excluding lens cap, rubber boot &amp; batteries): Dimensions: 250mm (L) x 86mm (W) x 105mm (H)<br>Batteries: 2 x 1.5V AA<br>Battery Life: &gt;90 hours continuous operation @ 20°C Alkaline<br>Image Intensifier Tube: 18mm XR5<br>Boresight Alignment::Accessories:: Weapon mount, Lens Cap, Carrying Pouch, Transit Case Instruction Card, User Manual, Carrying Strap, Lens Cleaning Kit</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Schmidt &amp; Bender</h2>


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<p>Model: 5-45&#215;56 PM II High Power<br>Optical Magnification: 5,0-45<br>Eye Relief: 90mm<br>Exit Pupil: 8,8-1,2<br>Field of View: 7.8-0.9 (m/100m)<br>Main Tube: 34 mm<br>Parallax adjustment: 30 m &#8211; infinity<br>Elevation adjustment: 270 cm // 66 MOA<br>Windage adjustment: ± 60cm&nbsp; // ± 15 MOA<br>Click mechanism: 1 cm // 1/4 MOA<br>Reticles: H2CMR // P4LF<br>Dimensions (length mm): 434<br>Weight (g): 1106<br>MSRP (USD): 5616,29</p>


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<p>Model: 5-25&#215;56 PM II<br>Optical Magnification: 5.0-25.0<br>Eye Relief: 90 mm<br>Exit Pupil: 11.0-2.3<br>Field of View: 5.3-1.5<br>Main Tube: 34 mm<br>Parallax adjustment: 10 m &#8211; infinity<br>Elevation adjustment: 260 cm // 64 MOA<br>Windage adjustment: ± 60cm&nbsp; // ± 16 MOA<br>Click mechanism: 1 cm // 1/4 MOA<br>Reticles: P4F,&nbsp; H58, MSR<br>Dimensions (length mm): 417<br>Weight (g): 1129<br>MSRP (USD): 3645,44</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Sightmark Pinnacle</h2>



<p>Sightmark Pinnacle 5-30&#215;50 TMD Riflescope (SM13029TMD) is a precision first focal plane optic with .1 MRAD adjustments, TMD-HW illuminated reticle and a 34mm tube. Turrets can be capped or left exposed using included turret-thread protecting rings. The 5-30x50TMD is a traditional long-range precision riflescope. Parallax is from 30 – Inf, while max range is dependent upon how far out you can see and adjust to your target, as well as ballistics. Certainly, right rifle/right shooter you should be getting sub-MOA accuracy.</p>



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<p>Optical Magnification: 5-30<br>Eye Relief: (in/mm) 3.8-3.7/97-96<br>Exit Pupil: (Diam.) 8.8-1.7mm<br>Field of View: (ft. @ 100 yds) 3.4-2.2<br>Adjustment Range: 18 MRAD (Wind) &amp; 26 MRAD (Elevation)<br>Reticle Color: Black with red &amp; green illumination<br>Dimensions: (in/mm) 14/357L x 3.65/92.9W x 3.14/79.9H<br>Weight: 34.5 oz.<br>MSRP (USD): $1,799.99</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trijicon</h2>



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<p>Optical Magnification: 1-6&nbsp;<br>Eye Relief: 4in<br>Exit Pupil: 0.41-0.15<br>Field of View: 18.0-3.0<br>Adjustment Range: 90 MOA total travel<br>Reticle Color: Red and green<br>Power Supply: AA&nbsp;battery<br>Dimensions: 10.05&#215;2.51&#215;2.73in<br>Weight: 23.2oz<br>MSRP (USD): $2800.00</p>



<figure class="wp-block-table aligncenter"><table><tbody><tr><td><em>This article first appeared in Small Arms Review V20N9 (November 2016)</em></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>
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