Soon I'll be putting 230 yards to the test with a texan.308 and at some point, i can find 400 yards if 300 works out. .308 Texan 150gr BARS slugs @ 990fps. 140 was easy.
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Are glass optics becoming obsolete?
- Thread starter Henry Hunter .223
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several long-range shooting competitions in August 2025 are well-suited for digital scopes, and some even encourage their use. These events combine distance, precision, and tech-friendly formats that let smart optics shine.
Upcoming Long-Range Matches Ideal for Digital Scopes
| Event | Dates | Location | Tech-Friendly Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Long Range Matches | Aug 4–9 | Camp Perry, OH | Fired on electronic targets—perfect for scopes with HUDs and ballistic calculators |
| NRA National F-Class Championship | Aug 2–9 | Lodi, WI | Precision-focused match with 1,000-yard stages; digital scopes can help with wind calls |
| Southeastern Shooter’s Challenge | Aug 30 | Finger, TN | PRS Regional match with targets from 50–1,000 yards; includes reactive and moving targets |
| TRT Sniper Challenge | Aug 1 | Montana | Rugged terrain and long-range engagements; ideal for scopes with rangefinders and AR overlays |
These matches are especially friendly to shooters using smart optics like the Burris XTR Pro or ATN X-Sight, which offer real-time ballistic data, customizable reticles, and environmental sensors.
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@357cal
after reading several screenfuls of your posts
strongly favoring, constantly defending, tirelessly promoting digital scopes —
may I
ask if you just so happen to work for the digital scope industry?
Sorry, really couldn't help myself asking.
Matthias
PS:
If you've seen some of my Specs Tables, you could easily accuse me of working for the
▪ glass scope industry
▪ silencer industry
▪ the pellet & slug industry
What a great hobby we have!!!
after reading several screenfuls of your posts
strongly favoring, constantly defending, tirelessly promoting digital scopes —
may I
ask if you just so happen to work for the digital scope industry?
Sorry, really couldn't help myself asking.
Matthias
PS:
If you've seen some of my Specs Tables, you could easily accuse me of working for the
▪ glass scope industry
▪ silencer industry
▪ the pellet & slug industry
What a great hobby we have!!!
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@357cal
after reading several screenfuls of your posts
strongly favoring, constantly defending, tirelessly promoting digital scopes —
may I
ask if you just so happen to work for the digital scope industry?
Sorry, really couldn't help myself asking.
Matthias
PS:
If you've seen some of my Specs Tables, you could easily accuse me of working for the
▪ glass scope industry
▪ silencer industry
▪ the pellet & slug industry
What a great hobby we have!!!
Just to clarify—I don't work for any optics company. I defend digital scopes like the Zulus because they’ve proven their worth in the field, I speak up for gear that performs because I test and tune everything myself—often beyond what most users would try. This isn't brand loyalty. It's field-earned trust. If something fails, I’ll say so. If something holds up and solves real problems, I’ll defend it.Upvote 0
Then a question, I have an older zulus, non RF. It has a serious contrast issue in shady/bright areas, making it useless, glass of course doesn't have that issue. So the question, are the new ones any better?
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