Jerry Miculek

Through three years of testing long eye relief scopes on various platforms, from scout rifles to handguns and specialty mounts, I’ve gained extensive experience with the unique challenges these optics face. Extended eye relief scopes serve multiple purposes – from forward-mounted rifle setups to handgun hunting and firearms with unusual mounting requirements. During my testing, … Read more

The .204 Ruger stands as one of the most fascinating cartridges to match with quality glass. After spending five years testing optics on this ultra-velocity round, I’ve found that its blistering 4,000+ fps speed and laser-flat trajectory create unique demands on scope selection. Many shooters underestimate how this cartridge’s combination of minimal recoil and extreme … Read more

Having spent the past five years working extensively with the M&P 15-22 platform, I’ve tested numerous scopes to find what works best with this popular rimfire rifle. Through thousands of rounds at both indoor and outdoor ranges, I’ve learned that choosing the right scope can significantly impact both shooting enjoyment and accuracy. The rifle’s unique … Read more

Having dedicated the last seven years to testing and evaluating first focal plane rifle scopes, I’ve discovered that the relationship between magnification and reticle size creates unique challenges many shooters overlook. FFP scopes require careful evaluation of reticle thickness, illumination effectiveness, and tracking precision across their entire magnification range. As a precision rifle instructor who … Read more

As a dedicated varmint hunter who has spent the last decade pursuing prairie dogs and ground squirrels across the Western United States, I’ve had the unique opportunity to test dozens of scopes specifically on 17 WSM rifles. This relatively new rimfire cartridge, with its blistering 3,000 fps velocity, has revolutionized small game hunting and demands … Read more