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When you want to feel like you're standing right in front of your birding or hunting target, the Vortex Razor HD 20-60x85 Spotting Scope gives you unsurpassed image quality and resolution at high magnification. The first thing to note on the Vortex Razor Spotting Scope is the large diameter of the objective lens. The 85mm lens gathers more light than smaller scopes, giving you a brighter image with amazing natural colors. The quality of the fully multi-coated lenses provide great contrast and clarity, while the high power of magnification allows you to take in the sight of that rare bird or deer at great distances. Make sure to pick up a good Vortex tripod to stabilize the image at higher magnifications. The angled body of the Razor HD allows you to use a shorter tripod, which adds stability, provides greater comfort (the lower position means you don't have to crane your neck to see) and it saves you money, as shorter tripods are more economically priced. The amazing quality and smart design of the Razor HD Spotting Scope is no surprise, since it is made by Vortex, who has made it a priority to produce optics that exceed expectations for years. They offer a VIP Warranty, which stands for Very Important Promise, as it is their promise to not only sell a product worthy of their name, but also to back up those products with great service for life, and no hassle to you. No need to fill out a warranty card or keep a receipt. Their warranty is fully transferable, and they promise to repair or replace any Vortex Spotting Scope for any reason at no charge to you. Few companies offer as comprehensive a warranty as Vortex. The quality of their products ensures that few customers ever have to take advantage of the warranty, but on those rare occasions when a repair or replacement is necessary you can rest assured that you will be taken care of promptly. When you're out hunting, birding or just enjoying the outdoors, be sure to bring along a Vortex Spotting Scope so you can see every detail.

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Streamlight has been a leader in high quality flashlights for years because of their focus on the needs of their customers. With a wide array of product lines tailored to the specific needs of every industry in need of a lighting solution, Streamlight manufactures some of the best flashlights available. One line that Streamlight has outdone themselves on is the Fire Vulcan, which was created with firefighters in mind. Designers at Streamlight went through firefighter training, so they know the needs of the brave men and women who put their lives at risk for us when a blaze breaks out. One of the first things Streamlight noticed when developing the Fire Vulcan series is that it is just as important for firefighters to be seen as to see. As they make their way through a smoke filled building, firefighters work in groups, and they need to know that the person backing them up can see them, so Fire Vulcan flashlights have two blue taillight LEDs. Blue light is more visible through smoke than other colors, and blue won't be lost in the light of fire as easily as other colors, so the taillights are visible even in terrible conditions. Currently, Opticsplanet carries two different versions of the Fire Vulcan flashlight, the original Streamlight Fire Vulcan Lantern Light System and the Streamlight Fire Vulcan C4 LED Flashlight. Both models are rechareable, have strobe and constant light modes, and come with with the twin blue taillight LEDs. The original model has a halogen bulb in the front light, which keeps the flashlight more economically priced than the C4 model, which has a super bright LED lamp light. The C4's LED decreases the weight of the flashlight, provides longer battery life and it stands up to shock better than the original, which was already known for its rugged durability. Both flashlights in the Fire Vulcan series give firefighters a safety boost when risking their lives. If you're looking for a great flashlight tailored to specific needs, check out Streamlight flashlights. In addition to great flashlights for firefighters, we have lighting solutions for soldiers, police officers, hunters and outdoorsmen.

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While they are known world wide for the high quality of their digital cameras, hunters and outdoorsmen know that Nikon also produces multiple lines of much loved riflescopes for hunting. The Nikon Prostaff Riflescopes series has become especially popular for their ease of use and great value. As every hunter has specific needs, Nikon designed the Prostaff Riflescopes to accommodate the widest range of hunters possible. The large ocular and quick focus eyepiece allow the shooter to quickly bring the reticle into focus, while the long eye relief keeps your brow safe from recoil. Some of the Prostaff riflescopes have enough eye relief to accommodate shooters wearing eyeglasses. Simplifying the use of the Prostaff line, Nikon integrated Zero-Reset Turrets into the riflescopes to ease field adjustments. The shooter only needs to sight-in as normal, lift the spring loaded adjustment knob, rotate their zero and reengage. Nikon also understands that durability and consistent performance are priorities for hunters, so all Prostaff Scopes are nitrogen-filled and O-Ring sealed for waterproofing and fogproofing. Every hunter needs a good riflescope, but some of the higher priced options make it difficult to find quality at a price affordable for hunters on a budget. The Nikon Prostaff series of rifle scopes offers great quality and performance at reasonable prices. Satisfy all your Nikon Riflescope needs at Opticsplanet.

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As one of the most common pieces of tactical gear used by the United States Marine Corp, law enforcement agencies, and firefighters, tactical vests provide protection against harsh elements while supporting your upper body and enabling you to carry all your equipment as simply as possible. Blackhawk is known for the strength and durability of their products, especially amongst military personnel. With a former Navy Seal as their president and CEO, Blackhawk Tactical understands the needs of soldiers and law enforcement officials, which is why Blackhawk Tactical Vests are built as rugged and durable as possible while giving the user plenty of options for packing their equipment. Take a look at the Blackhawk S.T.R.I.K.E. Cutaway Carrier Performance 3D Mesh Lining Armor Tactical Vest. The interior lined 3D mesh allows for comfortable movement and proper air flow so that you keep cool under fire, while at the same time it is strong enough that you needn't worry about it falling apart or sagging under the weight of your gear. Lightweight and easy to use, the S.T.R.I.K.E. Cutaway can be assembled in under a minute and accommodates bicep, side, groin, collar and yoke protective plates. And the heavy duty drag handle gives the men and women standing next to you the ability to pull you out of harm's way. When you look at all the equipment you need, whether you're in combat, on patrol or hunting, the first thing you need to consider is how you're going to carry everything. Your gun accessories, flashlights, and outdoor gear all need to be readily accessible while not slowing you down. A quality tactical vest from Blackhawk will help you retain mobility, keep cool and have everything at you fingertips at a moment's notice. Find all your Blackhawk Tactical needs at OpticsPlanet.

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Close your eyes for a minute. When you open them, you might notice it takes a second or two for your eyes to adjust to the light. The human eye has amazing adaptive abilities. In fact, the brightest and darkest signals the eye can see are roughly a factor of 1,000,000,000 apart. But at any one moment the eye can only see a contrast ratio of about 1,000. That's a huge difference, yet most people have an understanding of the principle. If you leave a movie theater on a sunny day you've no doubt had to put on sunglasses or squint to see. Yet a few minutes later you can see just fine.

ATN understands this, which is why the ATN Javelin J169W Halogen Flashlight can be used for self defense in addition to lighting your way. Capable of handheld use and being mounted on a weapon, the J169W Javelin was designed for use by police, EMS and civilians. The modular bezel on the front can be used for close quarters combat, and the sturdy construction of aircraft grade aluminum ensures the ATN flashlight will survive the encounter in working condition.

But for purely defensive purposes, the powerful 169 lumens of light the Javelin J169W gives off can be used to temporarily blind an attacker.

As one of the world's leaders in state of the art night vision devices, ATN understands a thing or two about eyes. They know just how much light the human eye needs to see. In a dark atmosphere, 169 lumens of light in an attacker's eyes will blind them for about 10 seconds. That's a lot of time for you to escape unharmed from a dangerous situation.

I've seen a number of news stores about safe defensive tools the police use to take down assailants with minimal injuries. Pepper spray, tasers and batons are all great tools for keeping you safe, but there's little other practical use for these products outside of self defense.

Unless you like really spicy food and put pepper spray on your tacos.

Bring light into dark alleys with an ATN Javelin J169W Halogen Flashlight. You'll be a bit safer and have a fantastic flashlight to guide you on your way.

If you've ever wondered what it is that goes bump in the night, you should check out our selection of night vision devices. With a number of different possible uses, night vision binoculars and nv riflescopes are a great tool for hunters, military personnel and those concerned with home security.

As you look through our selection of night vision equipment, you might notice a number of different options that are not available for export outside the U.S. This is because the international export of night vision is regulated by the U.S. government. Depending on the generation of Night Vision you want, either the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) may require a permit or license before allowing the export of the product. In some cases the night vision cannot be exported at all.

The main factor considered by government agencies when determining whether a particular night vision scope is exportable is the generation. The primary difference from one generation to another to the next is the image brightness and resolution, with a far better image in later generations. This difference in quality is reflected in the price and the exportability of the night vision device. For a more complete explanation of how night vision works and the differences in technology for the generations take a look at our Guide on Buying a Night Vision Device. Currently, OpticsPlanet cannot export any fourth generation night vision, and we have to follow strict export rules when shipping second and third generation devices.

To clear up confusion as to which night vision equipment is currently exportable, we've set up the International Export Night Vision page, which lists the night vision devices that are currently exportable outside the U.S. Note that these products may still require permits or licenses, so it's best to read our Export Policy before making your selection. If you have any questions about which night vision scope is right for you, please contact us and one of our product specialists will answer promptly.