Jerry Miculek

Over the past years, I’ve dedicated considerable time to testing various optics on .45-70 rifles, discovering that this venerable cartridge presents distinct challenges for scope selection. Between its significant recoil and rainbow-like trajectory, the .45-70 demands specific features from an optic that might be less critical on other platforms. Through regular range sessions and several … Read more

Through years of intensive practical shooting experience, including regular range work and local competitions, I’ve had the opportunity to test various optics on the M4 platform. Through regular range sessions and practical rifle courses, I’ve learned that selecting the right scope can significantly impact both accuracy and shooting enjoyment. The M4’s versatility as a platform … Read more

As someone who’s spent the last three years testing various optics on the SCAR 17, I’ve learned that this rifle presents some unique challenges when it comes to scope selection. The SCAR 17’s reciprocating charging handle and distinctive recoil impulse mean that not every scope that works well on other .308 platforms will necessarily perform … Read more

The 17 HMR represents a fascinating challenge for optics selection. As someone who’s spent countless hours testing rimfire optics and documenting their performance, I’ve found that this unique cartridge demands specific features from a scope that many shooters overlook. The round’s exceptional velocity and flat trajectory out to 200 yards create opportunities that only the … Read more

Selecting optics for the Savage 220 presents a unique set of challenges unlike any other hunting platform. After spending three seasons mounting various scopes on this specialized slug gun, I’ve learned that traditional rifle scope selection criteria simply don’t apply. The intense recoil impulse of a 20-gauge slug, combined with the gun’s surprising accuracy potential, … Read more