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Articles by Kody Van Pelt

Articles by Kody Van Pelt

September 29, 2022
7 min read

Late Season Squirrel, and How to Cook Them

Late season for squirrel is arguably the best time to chase them.

by Kody Van Pelt

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How To Choose Red Dot Size
I have been considering a sight for a wail very helpful post.

Rod Miller

March 16, 2023
How To Choose Red Dot Size
I have a bull barrel Mkll Ruger target pistol. I put a dovetail rail on it. Top of dovetail is .429 /- .005. bottom dimension is hard to measure but looks like .375 /-.005. I like to replace old and outdated Tasco Acc. Dot. with your MOA2. I only shoot up to 25 yards. Can you please send me a ...

Stephen Gemmell

March 16, 2023
How To Choose Red Dot Size
Good informative article. As a retired LEO I prefer a 6 moa for quicker target acquisition in a self-defense scenario. Vortex needs to introduce a green dot for the Defender series.

RichH

March 16, 2023
How To Choose Red Dot Size
I have CCW Defender 3 MOA and see 5-6 little dots versus one? Do I have faulty unit or bad battery??

Michael Hickson

March 16, 2023
How To Choose Red Dot Size
Great description for helping shooters not familiar with dots make the right choice.

Denny Williams

March 16, 2023

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