Scope Reticles For Hunting Lead

Scope Reticles for Hunting from Practical to Complex

Today’s riflescopes hold zero reliably, take adjustments precisely and transmit more light than has ever been possible. But if you can’t hold a precise point of aim, all is for naught, and with the wide variety of reticle options on the market today, hunters can tailor the reticle to his or her needs.

New for 2025: Easton 5.0 Arrows

The 5.0 is a projectile-winner, a new speedy lightweight from Easton that offers multiple setup options.

Alternative Ammo: .22-250 Remington vs. .223 Remington

Dennis Bradley puts two varminting favorites up against each other—the speedy .22-250 Rem., and ubiquitous .223 Rem.

New for 2024: Federal Premium Terminal Ascent 300 PRC

The combination of the 210-grain Terminal Ascent and the 300 PRC is a big-game hunter’s dream: a big case capable of fine accuracy, mated with a fine projectile, fully capable of great performance at any range.

New for 2024: Steiner HX6i with STR-MIL Reticle

Building on its existing series of T6Xi tactical riflescopes, Steiner Optics has announced the H6Xi riflescope—tailored for today's discerning big-game hunter—now with a MIL reticle for enhanced precision.

First Look: Steiner H6Xi Riflescope Series

Following last year's release of the T6Xi series of tactical riflescopes, Steiner Optics has released a new lineup of premium optics designed with the modern big-game hunter in mind: the H6Xi.

First Look: Barnett Hyper Raptor Crossbow

Barnett has debuted its Hyper Raptor Crossbow. With a lightweight composite riser and measuring just over seven inches axle-to-axle when cocked, the crossbow provides maneuverability in tight-quartered hunting spaces.

First Look: Carbon Express Maxima Photon SD Arrows

Maxima Photon SD hunting arrows are a strong, accurate and deadly small-diameter hunting arrow from Carbon Express.

First Look: Hornady Bore Drive ELD-X

The Hornady Bore Driver ELD-X is a saboted muzzleloader bullet whose polymer base seals against the bore to promote energy and accuracy.

New for 2022: Barnett Hyper XP 405

The Hyper XP 405’s weight distribution and narrow profile make it feel more like firing a gun than a bow, which is what most hunters are aiming for. It features a crossbow platform that easily transfers shooting skills from one form to another without any adjustments or compromises.

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