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Troxler Effect And Instability Of Our Sight Picture

Is your brain too smart for its own good? Perceptual fading, a.k.a. “Troxler effect” occurs when an object vanishes from visual consciousness.

From Iron To Glass: The New Cost Of High Power

The addition of optics to Service Rifle can make the game expensive when switching from irons. Here we examine the cost of entry for competition with a scope.

WATCH: Bullseye Pistol Aiming with Brian Zins

Twelve-time NRA National Pistol Champion Brian Zins reviews one of the top fundamentals for bullseye pistol shooters—aiming. This video covers both iron sights and red dots.

Top USPSA Iron-Sighted Handguns In 2018

Old school hardware still rules in USPSA

Everything You Wanted To Know About AR-15 Service Rifle Iron Sights

To keep your bullets on target, you need to understand the strengths and weaknesses of iron sights. They still matter!

Smallbore Nationals: Prone Conventional Metallic Sights, Day 1

Here’s a snapshot of activities during day one at the 2018 NRA National Smallbore Prone Championships. You won’t believe who nearly broke a long-standing national record before the weather turned sour!

Precision Pistol: Iron Sights in the Sun

“Lights up, Sights up.” Dr. Norman Wong collects and shares insights about the sun’s impact on an iron sight picture. As we discover, not all shooters share the same experience.

Iron Sight Lens Inserts—Are They Right For You?

Ever wonder if optical sight inserts would work with your prescription glasses? Here’s your answer.

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