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NOVEMBER 18, 2025

Leica Sport Optics USA and onX Hunt announced a new partnership and product integration that connects Leica’s premium sport optics with onX’s industry-leading digital mapping platform. The integration allows users to send a precise location from supported Leica devices directly to onX Hunt to “drop a waypoint” and save critical waypoints, streamlining navigation, planning, and game recovery in the field.

Night Fision announced a new distribution partnership with RSR Group, one of the largest distributors of firearms and related products. Under the agreement, RSR Group will offer NightFision’s Optic Plate and Optic Plate + Backup Sight Combo product lines, giving dealers access to rugged, retail-ready solutions for the most popular handgun and optic platforms.

Kinetic Development Group (KDG) announces a new partnership with Sports South. This strategic collaboration marks a major milestone for KDG, enhancing product accessibility for retailers and end users nationwide.

WOOX Italian-made gunstocks, axes and knives, announces they have partnered with Joel Harris of Harris Global Marketing & Communications. Harris will be the first point of contact between WOOX and the professional media, as well as for all sponsorships, sample products, information and image requests.

Armasight has announced a major expansion of its U.S. manufacturing and service operations. The company has expanded its facility footprint by more than 10,000 square feet and significantly increased its in-house machining and testing capabilities, resulting in a 25% boost in production throughput.

Burris Optics continues to mark the 50th anniversary of the company’s heralded Fullfield riflescope with a series of short cinematic films debuting now through November. Debuting this week, Burris Fullfield Stories | Deer Meat for Dinner brings viewers into the whole of the outdoor lifestyle as lived by Robert and Sarah Arrington and their two daughters.

German Precision Optics announces the release of the PASSION APO 16-48x65mm spotting scope. Designed as a more compact alternative to the APO 20-60x85mm spotting scope, this new model maintains best-in-class optical technology, robust construction and precision engineering, all in a more packable-friendly size.

AGM Global Vision introduces the new Spectrum 4K-Mini, the most compact and lightweight 30mm 4K resolution digital scope available today. Coming in at only 16oz, the new Spectrum 4K Mini is equipped with a 4K ultra-high-definition CMOS sensor and a 1920×1080 OLED display.

Vortex® offers professionals and advanced competition shooters the powerful, versatile tool they need to conquer mid- to long-range engagements: the Razor® HD Gen III 4-24x44 FFP Riflescope available now in MOA and MRAD.

In light of the recent announcement by FN America declaring the end of production for its civilian-market FN SCAR platform (including the 16S, 17S, and 20S models), Kinetic Development Group (KDG) is reaffirming its unwavering commitment to support the FN SCAR community

Reptilia® announces the release of the 35MM ROF™-90 for Trijicon® RMR & SRO, now available in Flat Dark Earth (FDE). Designed for shooters who demand precision, speed, and reliability, the ROF-90 is a drop-in upgrade engineered specifically for the Reptilia® 35MM AUS™ Mount and Geissele® Super Precision™ Mount.

GRITR Outdoors announces a sale on Holosun optics and laser/IR sighting devices. Through November 30th, hunters and shooting sports enthusiasts can enjoy discounts of up to 51% on a wide selection of Holosun products, including pistol and rifle red dot sights, laser sights, weapon lights, and mounts.

GRITR Sports is offering discounts of up to 57% on its selection of premium hunting optics. If you've been in the market for top-tier riflescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes, rangefinders, or monoculars, now is the time to check out their prices.

Vortex® is offering you the chance to share your hero’s story to win an all-expenses paid trip for your veteran and a guest to the 23rd Annual Armed Forces Bowl in Fort Worth, Texas on January 2, 2026.
 

FEATURE

By Cory Ross

When it comes to optics, I can be a bit pretentious. I appreciate quality optics and I’m not afraid to invest a few dollars in them—especially when it comes to precision. The fact that I’m heavily invested in precision shooting explains why I’m so interested in optics.

The Vortex Razor Gen III 6-36×56 has been my primary optic for my 6mm BR competition rifle since it was introduced. It’s an excellent optic for PRS and similar competitions. However, it’s not really a great do-all optic. It’s large, heavy, and the magnification range is too high to be a practical hunting or “tactical” optic.

There is, of course, the 1-10×24 option, which is also great, but it serves a more specific purpose. There needed to be something in between and as it happens, Vortex agreed with that logic and has introduced the Razor Gen III 4-24×44 and it may be the perfect optic.

Specs

The new 4-24X model has impressive specs, even for an optic at this tier. It has everything you’d want in a precision riflescope while maintaining a compact footprint that’d be at home on a long-range hunting rifle, or on a DMR-style AR.

  • Models: RZR-42402 (MRAD), RZR-4201 (MOA)
  • Reticle: EBR-7D
  • Illumination: Yes
  • Eye Relief: 3.3 inches
  • Field of View @ 100 yards: 30.9’ – 5.3’
  • Turrets: L-Tec+
  • Max Elevation Adjustment: 46 MRAD, 158 MOA
  • Max Windage Adjustment: 25 MRAD, 86 MOA
  • Parallax Settings: 15 yards- ∞
  • Length: 12.5 inches
  • Weight: 32.3 ounces
  • Tube Diameter: 34mm

For shooters, the most noticeable specs include the 46 Mils of vertical adjustment, the 15-yard parallax setting, and the 32.3-ounce weight. By comparison, the larger 6-36×56 weighs 45.1 ounces, has only 36.1 millimeters of travel, but features a parallax setting of 10 yards. That makes the 4-24 a perfect optic for NRL22, PRS-22, and even forms of ELR shooting, especially 22-ELR events.

For those who demand the most magnification possible, it’s just not practical. For bench-only shooting, sure, but not in a practical competition environment. As someone who has shot PRS matches, I’ve rarely used magnifications above 20X, and most of the time, I stay in the 16-18X range. Anything higher, and you lose your field of view and your ability to acquire the next target quickly.

Razor Gen III 6-36×56 (left), and the new Gen III 4-24×44 (right)

Features

This new variant of the Razor Gen III line will be the most versatile model in the line. I’m pleased that it retains all the features of its larger counterpart, while reducing weight and length as mentioned above. The features are as follows:

  • CLASS LEADING HD OPTICAL SYSTEM: Stunning resolution and class-leading field of view combine to create our most advanced optical system.
  • FIRST FOCAL PLANE EBR-7D RETICLE: The Scale of the EBR-7D reticle remains in proportion to the zoomed image. Constant subtensions allow for accurate holdovers and ranging at all magnifications, while the EBR-7D reticle is useful for long-range shooting.
  • L-TEC+ ZERO SYSTEM: The L-Tec+ Zero System is easy to use with all captive parts and only one set screw, making zeroing quick and simple. Once set, it also allows for more travel.
  • COMPACT AND LIGHTWEIGHT: A compact, rugged design that minimizes weight without sacrificing performance

Of the list above, my favorite features are the turrets and the L-Tec+ zero system. This is what differentiates the Gen III from any other optic I’ve used. The ability to switch between mechanical clicks is a major advantage for establishing a true zero.

Zooming Out

I’ve had the opportunity to spend a lot of time with this optic while working on an upcoming PRS article. During that time, I’ve started to think that it might be the perfect optic. Its form factor surpasses others in the Vortex lineup. Compared to my Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18, it’s six ounces heavier, but offers a greater magnification range and 17 more Mils of adjustment range.

The Razor Gen III is Vortex’s flagship tactical optic. As their top model, it carries a price – $2,799.99 – that reflects that. That’s a lot of cash, but if you are a serious shooter and demand the best, it might well be worth it. And as always, the Razor Gen III 4-24×44 is backed by the industry-leading VIP Warranty.
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