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Leupold M8-4X: First Look
Leupold M8-4X: First Look
A first look and general analysis of the Leupold M8 4X series of scopes.  Read more...
The 511 Project: Part Six Finale (For Now…)
The 511 Project: Part Six Finale (For Now…)
A final note of the last video (for now) in the series of the 511 Project and a thank you to all the folks who made it possible. Read more...
Redfield Widefield 3X-9X: First Look
Redfield Widefield 3X-9X: First Look
A first look at the Redfield Widefield 3X-9X scope and brief discussion of its design and innovation. Read more...
The 511 Project: Part Five
The 511 Project: Part Five
An overview of the 511 Project: Part Five and a brief discussion of what is covered in Part Five. Read more...
Bausch & Lomb BALTUR B 2.5X: Specifications
Bausch & Lomb BALTUR B 2.5X: Specifications
Specifications for the Bausch & Lomb BALTUR B 2.5X as per a 1980’s sporting goods catalog Read more...
Bausch & Lomb BALTUR B 2.5X: First Look
Bausch & Lomb BALTUR B 2.5X: First Look
A first look at the Bausch & Lomb BALTUR B 2.5X Japan made scope and initial impressions. Read more...
Fly Fishing like it’s 1975!
Fly Fishing like it’s 1975!
A poorly written short story of and old fly rod and a new beginning. Read more...
The 511 Project: Part Four
The 511 Project: Part Four
Mr. John talks through how to boresight a rifle the old fashioned way, how to setup your scope for benchrest shooting, and we fire the first shots down range through... Read more...
The 511 Project: Part Three
The 511 Project: Part Three
The 511 Project: Part Three - A initial inspection of the 511 and disassembly as well as testing the trigger pull prior to its first trip to the range! Read more...
Bushnell Scope Chief 4X (Japan Made): A Knock-Off Lyman?
Bushnell Scope Chief 4X (Japan Made): A Knock-Off Lyman?
A comparison of the Lyman 4X All-American Perma-Center and the Bushnell Japan Made 4X Scope Chief Read more...
The 511 Project: Part Two
The 511 Project: Part Two
Hey folks we’re back with part 2! So this past weekend I spent some time with a friend of mine, Mr. John. Mr. John is a serious .22LR enthusiast and... Read more...
The 511 Project: Part One
The 511 Project: Part One
An introduction to the 511 Project and our test platform for vintage optics Read more...
Weaver V22 vs Weaver V22-A: Which is Better?
Weaver V22 vs Weaver V22-A: Which is Better?
A comparison of the Weaver V22 series of scopes and their different iterations.  Read more...
Vintage 4X Comparison: Lyman Perma-Center, Weaver K4, Leupold M8, & TASCO 4X40
Vintage 4X Comparison: Lyman Perma-Center, Weaver K4, Leupold M8, & TASCO 4X40
An overview and video linked comparison of vintage 4X power scopes of the past. Read more...
The New OZKP Test Rifle: Remington 511 Scoremaster
The New OZKP Test Rifle: Remington 511 Scoremaster
A first look and general analysis of the Remington 511 Scoremaster, OZKP’s first test rifle. Read more...
Weaver B4: Specifications (1958 Weaver Catalog)
Weaver B4: Specifications (1958 Weaver Catalog)
Below are the specifications for the Weaver B4 as listed in the 1958 Weaver catalog and other source materials from the same time period. Read more...
Weaver B4: First Look
Weaver B4: First Look
A first look and brief history of the Weaver B4 series of scopes. Read more...
Weaver V22: Specifications (1966 Weaver Catalog)
Weaver V22: Specifications (1966 Weaver Catalog)
Weaver specifications for the V22 scope as listed in the 1966 Weaver catalog and other source material from the time. Read more...
Weaver V22: First Look
Weaver V22: First Look
A first look and brief analysis of the Weaver V22. We discuss the role of the V22 during a transition period for Weaver, and how it differed from previous Weaver... Read more...
Weaver J4: Specifications (1956 Weaver Pamphlet)
Weaver J4: Specifications (1956 Weaver Pamphlet)
Weaver J4 specifications per a 1956 Weaver advertising pamphlet and other source materials from the late 1950’s. Read more...
Weaver J4: First Look
Weaver J4: First Look
A first look, brief history, and general analysis of the Weaver J4 Scope. Read more...
Vintage Reticles: Duplex versus Lee Dot
Vintage Reticles: Duplex versus Lee Dot
Comparing two Lyman 10X SL’s with different reticles and the optimal use cases for these types of reticles. Read more...
Weaver K6: Specifications (1958 Weaver Catalog)
Weaver K6: Specifications (1958 Weaver Catalog)
Specifications from the 1958 Weaver catalog and other source materials from the time on the Weaver K6 scope. Read more...
Weaver V8: Advertisements, Catalogs, and Source Materials
Weaver V8: Advertisements, Catalogs, and Source Materials
A collection of various excerpts and advertisements containing the Weaver V8 and analysis as to how the V8 was marketed to hunters. Read more...
Weaver K6: First Look
Weaver K6: First Look
A first look and general overview of the Weaver K6 series of scopes. Read more...
Lyman All-American P.C. 10X SL: Specifications
Lyman All-American P.C. 10X SL: Specifications
Lyman All-American Perma Center specifications as listed from source materials from 1977 - 1985 Read more...
Lyman All-American Perma Center 4X: Specifications
Lyman All-American Perma Center 4X: Specifications
Specifications for the Lyman All-American Perma Center 4X as it appears from source material from 1977 - 1985. Read more...
Lyman All-American P.C. 10X SL: Unboxing
Lyman All-American P.C. 10X SL: Unboxing
What you would receive when buying a Lyman All American 10X SL in the late 1970’s. Read more...
Weaver K4: Specifications (1960 Weaver Catalog)
Weaver K4: Specifications (1960 Weaver Catalog)
Weaver K4 specifications per the 1960 Weaver catalog and other source materials from the early 1960’s. Read more...
Weaver V8: Specifications (1960 Weaver Catalog)
Weaver V8: Specifications (1960 Weaver Catalog)
Weaver V8 specs as listed in the 1960 Weaver catalog and other source materials plus some author’s notes Read more...
Why Consider Vintage Optics?
Why Consider Vintage Optics?
A case for considering and using vintage optics when outfitting your next rifle. Read more...
Weaver V8: First Look
Weaver V8: First Look
A brief history and overview of the Weaver V8 scope and the transitional period of variable hunting optics. Read more...
Lyman All-American Perma Center 4X: First Look
Lyman All-American Perma Center 4X: First Look
A compiled history of the Lyman All-American Perma Center 4X scopes and a close look at it's features and capabilities. Read more...
L&S ULTRA 10X-M3A: First Look
L&S ULTRA 10X-M3A: First Look
A consolidated history and the initial impressions on the L&S Ultra 10X-M3A. The scope that helped launch the modern era of Leupold optics.  Read more...