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09.13.202410 Largest Window Pistol Red Dots (2024)

Popular for competitive shooting, large window pistol red dots offer a wider sight picture for faster target acquisition, quicker transitions, and enhanced precision.

09.09.2024Gallery: Front Range Freedom Shoot 2024

Now called Front Range Freedom Shoot, check out sights and sounds from Dragonman's 32nd annual machine gun shoot this past weekend.

09.06.2024Swampfox Optics at NTOA LE Operations Trade Show 2024

Swampfox is proud to support the law enforcement community at NTOA's 41st Annual Law Enforcement Operations Conference & Trade Show in Kansas City.

09.04.2024September GAW: Ops-idian Rifle

End summer with a bang! Swampfox teamed up with Diamondback Firearms, Nightstick, Drew Meyer Defense, and KCI USA for a September rifle giveaway.

Rocky Mountain Range Day 2024: What You Need to Know

Organized by Swampfox, the 3rd Annual Rocky Mountain Range Day will be held October 25-26th at Dragonman's for consumers and industry professionals.

08.23.2024
Rocky Mountain Range Day 2024: What You Need to Know
09.02.2024Fan 'Grams: August 2024

We're not the only ones who can create content. View Instagram photos and videos from August 2024 we were tagged in by creators, brands, and you.

08.28.2024Do You Need a Red Dot on Your Pistol?

Red dots are everywhere, but does your pistol really need an optic? We break down the red dot reality with advantages and disadvantages of pistol optics.

08.20.2024Swampfox Insights: You Asked, We Answered

We asked our social media followers for questions and answered the best ones in a Q&A video – including addressing when Warhorse 1-10x will come out.

08.19.2024Gallery: Gun Owners of America G.O.A.L.S. 2024

The Swampfox team is back from the first annual Gun Owners of America Gun Owners Advocacy and Leadership Summit (G.O.A.L.S) in Knoxville.

08.15.2024Swampfox Optics at Gun Owners of America G.O.A.L.S. 2024

Swampfox is excited to support Gun Owners of America at the first annual Gun Owners Advocacy and Leadership Summit in Knoxville, August 17-18, 2024.

08.05.2024Beat the Summer Heat with 5 Weeks of Cerakote Giveaways

Just when you thought summer might be cooling down, our friends at Cerakote are turning the heat up with 5 weeks of custom P365 giveaways!

08.02.2024Fan 'Grams: July 2024

We're not the only ones who can create content. View Instagram photos and videos we were tagged in throughout July 2024 by creators, brands, and fans.

08.01.2024Colorado Day: Rad Brands We Love

Swampfox Optics is proudly based in Englewood, Colorado, but we’re not the only firearm-related brand to call the Centennial State home.

LPVO Comparison: Arrowhead vs. Tomahawk II

We break down similarities, differences, and specs between our two second focal plane (SFP) LPVOs, Arrowhead and Tomahawk II.

06.04.2024
LPVO Comparison: Arrowhead vs. Tomahawk II
07.31.2024New Guns & Gear: June-July 2024

Summer is heating up with new guns and gear, including compensated handguns from Smith & Wesson and Springfield, plus new MIL/LE offerings from CZ and Sako.

07.25.2024Red Dot vs. Prism: Liberator II vs. Raider 1x

Similar in appearance and function, Liberator II and Raider 1x have a lot in common – but it’s how their reticles are illuminated that's separates them.

07.23.2024Swampfox Optics Now Available from Taurus and Rossi

Taurus and Rossi customers can now purchase Swampfox dot sights, LPVOs, precision riflescopes, and accessories from the manufacturer's online stores.

07.19.2024Swampfox Reticle Guide: Prism Scopes

View every etched and illuminated reticle across the Swampfox prism scope lineup – including Raider 1x Micro, Blade 1x, Trihawk 3x, and Saber 5x.

07.17.2024July Giveaway: What's in Your Pack?

Staying cool and strapped this summer with a stuffed fanny pack giveaway from Swampfox, Wellsmade Company, CRKT, and The Full Mag.

07.10.2024Swag Drop: New Patriot Patch Pack

Get the Swampfox swag you love – now in a pack! Grab our new S-Wing Logo, Clear Precise Tough, and Quad Nod Bob patches in the Patriot Patch Pack.

07.02.2024Stars, Stripes & Savings: 6th Annual Fourth of July Sales Bonanza

Put down the hot dog, beer, or sparkler and celebrate savings during our 6th Annual Fourth of July Sales Bonanza with 20-30% off all optics and apparel.

06.26.20243 Ways to Mount and Shoot a Pistol Red Dot

Despite their name, pistol red dots aren't limited to use on pistols. We explore direct, riser, and offset mounting methods for the most versatile firearm optic.

How to Mount an LPVO

Armed with the right tools and technical knowledge, mounting an LPVO to your rifle can be a quick, easy, and maybe even enjoyable task.

04.16.2024
How to Mount an LPVO
06.18.2024Build of the Month: Tactical Trident

Shotguns are simple but effective home defense tools, and the Beretta 1301 Tactical is one of the best. We just made it better.

06.14.2024Summer Solstice Giveaways: Night Fision & Diamondback

The Summer solstice isn’t until next week, but Night Fision and Diamondback Firearms have giveaways to keep you cool during the spring-summer transition.

06.12.2024EDC Loadout: Man in Black

Inspired by the dark shades of Men in Black agents, our own Agent D shares his personal everyday carry loadout built around a Liberty II-topped Glock 47 MOS.

06.10.2024Gallery: SHOOTAH 2024

The Swampfox team headed West for the largest live-fire gun event in Utah – SHOOTAH 2024, put on by the Utah Shooters Organization.

05.31.2024New Guns & Gear: April-May 2024

Following the tidal wave of new products that hit after SHOT Show, see exciting new products from Glock, Magpul, Radian Weapons, Streamlight, and others.

05.28.2024Raider Reticles: 6 MOA Dot vs. BRC

Raider is a 1x micro prism optic with multi-platform versatility, but which of its two etched and illuminated reticles is best for you: 6 MOA dot or BRC?

05.21.2024Swampfox 1-6x LPVOs

For rifle shooters seeking a versatile one optic solution, Swampfox offers three 1-6x LPVOs with first and second focal plane reticles and bright illumination.

05.16.2024Swampfox Father’s Day Gift Guide 2024

Don't let Dad down this Father's Day. We loaded up fresh gift ideas for the gun guy, weekend range goer, and garage tinkerer in any family.

Blurred Reticles: Astigmatism and Red Dots

Affecting 1 in 3 people, astigmatism causes blurry vision that can impact how you see your red dot reticle. But it doesn't mean optics can't work for your eyes.

04.04.2024
Blurred Reticles: Astigmatism and Red Dots
05.14.2024Build of the Month: Stoop Pursuit

We love our ARs, but we also have a soft spot in our hearts for bolt-action rifles like the new Stag Arms Pursuit and our latest Build of the Month.

05.10.2024Swampfox Optics at 2024 NRA Annual Meetings

Visit Swampfox Optics at Booth #11734 during the 153rd NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Dallas, held May 17-20, 2024.

05.09.2024Jack of All Optics: LPVO Use Cases

Smaller than a precision riflescope with better ranging than a fixed prism and greater magnification than a dot sight, LPVOs are jack-of-all-trades optics.

05.06.2024May Giveaway Trilogy: Tomahawk II, Arrowhead & Warhorse LPVOs

In celebration of May the Fourth, enter a trilogy of Swampfox giveaways throughout the month of May for your chance to win one of three LPVOs.

05.01.2024Salute to Service: Swampfox MLFR Appreciation Program

Swampfox Optics is proud to offer a 25% discount on all products to verified military personnel, law enforcement officers, and first responders.

04.25.2024Gallery: WRMFZY ZEV 'OZDOOM' OZ9

A limited-edition pistol so hot we couldn’t handle squeezing every photo of it into our review, get a closer look at the WRMFZY ZEV 'OZDOOM' OZ9.

04.25.2024Gypsy Tech: WRMFZY ZEV OZ9

Combining ZEV Technologies precision engineering with WRMFZY styling, the WRMFZY ZEV 'OZDOOM' is more than a modified OZ9 or Glock clone.

04.23.2024Swampfox Reticle Guide: LPVOs

View every reticle across the Swampfox low power variable optic (LPVO) lineup – including Arrowhead, Tomahawk II, and Warhorse.

Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Red Dot

Before you step foot in your local gun dealer or click ‘Add to Cart’ online, ask yourself these nine questions before you buy a red dot for your firearm.

03.26.2024
Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Red Dot
04.19.2024Spend $300, Get Free Shipping

Every shooter should get more bang for their buck. Now, get free shipping on all orders over $300 – including all Swampfox LPVOs and precision riflescopes.

04.17.2024April Giveaway: Trihawk 3x + Offset Justice II

Spring is upon us and we’re springing into the new season with an opportunity to win our Trihawk 3x Prism and an offset Multi-Reticle Justice II Red Dot.

04.09.2024Build of the Month: Radian Bay

Inspired by its two-tone brown receiver and handguard with black furniture, the Radian Bay was built from the ground up four our April Build of the Month.

03.22.2024Join Swampfox on Reddit

Join r/Swampfox to discuss, debate, and engage with other Swampfox Optics customers on everything optics, firearms, and everything Swampfox.

03.21.2024Ambidextrous Optics-Ready Carry Handguns

Making up only 10% of the U.S. population, left-handed shooters have limited options when it comes to carry handguns with ambidextrous controls.

03.15.2024Best SFP LPVOs Under $500 (2024)

Combining CQB speed and capable mid-range accuracy, budget-friendly 1-6x SFP LPVOs are widely available from Swampfox, Vortex, Primary Arms, and others.

03.11.2024Gallery: NASCAR Xfinity Call811.com 200

Swampfox sponsored JJ Yeley's No. 14 car at the 2024 NASCAR Xfinity Call811.com Every Dig. Every Time. 200 in Phoenix, Arizona.

03.08.2024Gallery: Pew Shove-It

Shooting and skateboarding aren't all that different. Armed with a board and a few of our favorite guns, we combined both in a warehouse photoshoot.

Understanding Fiber Optic Reticles

Unlike glass-etched illuminated reticles, fiber optic scopes reticles use a thin optical fiber tube to deliver center point illumination from an LED emitter.

02.28.2024
Understanding Fiber Optic Reticles
03.06.2024Iron Sharpens Iron: Tomahawk vs. Tomahawk II

Reengineered inside and out, Tomahawk II maintains similar specs of our original SFP LPVO with enhanced glass clarity and a new Bright Fiber Optic reticle.

03.04.2024Build of the Month: Designated Marksman Stag

While the AR15 gets all the fanfare, there is still a place in our heart and gun safe for .308s and Designated Marksman Rifles like the Stag 10 Marksman.

03.01.2024Gallery: Tomahawk II Video Closer Look

Get a closer look at 3D rendered details you may from our Tomahawk II launch video and most ambitious project yet.

02.26.2024FAQs: Second Focal Plane Scopes

We answer 10 frequently asked questions about Second Focal Plane (SFP) scopes to help shooters understand how they work and find the right optic solution.

02.23.2024Video: Tomahawk II LPVO Overview

We take a closer look at new features of the second-generation Tomahawk II SFP LPVO, including its nuclear bright BFO reticle – and what we really call it.

02.22.2024Video: Tomahawk II SFP LPVO

Reflecting years of technical development and advancements in manufacturing, the legacy of our original riflescope grows with the evolution of Tomahawk II.

02.22.2024Second Gen SFP: New Swampfox Tomahawk II LPVO

The next evolution of Swampfox riflescopes, Tomahawk II 1-4x and 1-6x are second focal plane (SFP) LPVOs featuring a new Bright Fiber Optic reticle.

02.16.2024Swampfox RMR Footprint Optics

Swampfox offers three RMR footprint optics, as well as RMR footprint risers, offsets, and riflescope mounts for secure and versatile cross-platform shooting.

Mounting Made Easy: Ultimate Red Dot Screw Pack

Often easier said than done, the Ultimate Red Dot Screw Pack provides 16 sets of screws to mount any pistol dot sight to just about any optics-ready handgun.

01.09.2024
Mounting Made Easy: Ultimate Red Dot Screw Pack
02.14.20245 Reasons to Love Swampfox Optics

From our clear, precise, tough optics to our Limited Lifetime Warranty, fall in love with Swampfox Optics this Valentine's Day and beyond.

02.07.2024Understanding Variable Optics: LPVO vs. MPVO

From 1x to 20x magnification, LPVOs and medium power variable optics offer versatile speed and precision unmatched by red dots and fixed optics alone.

02.05.2024Build of the Month: Rattlecan Lance

Carried by calvary for thousands of years, the lance was a spear made for thrusting. Our February build is a modern take on a different kind of spear.

02.02.2024Swampfox on Display: SHOT Show 2024

Like a scavenger hunt among 2,500 exhibitors and 14 miles of booths, we found Swampfox optics mounted to new guns across SHOT Show 2024.

01.29.2024SHOT Show 2024: 12 New Accessories

SHOT Show 2024 was jam packed for new firearm accessories, suppressors, knives, and gear from Magpul, HUXWRX, Benchmade, Safariland and others.

01.26.2024SHOT Show 2024: 7 New Shotguns

SHOT Show 2024 was the launching pad for new shotguns from Mossberg, Beretta, Palmetto State Armory, Heritage Mfg, Revolution Armory and others.

01.26.2024SHOT Show 2024: 8 New Rifles

SHOT Show 2024 saw new rifles announced by Primary Weapons Systems, Palmetto State Armory, Henry, Bilson Arms, Ohio Ordnance Works and others.

01.25.2024SHOT Show 2024: 9 New Handguns

SHOT Show 2024 saw the launch of new handguns from Daniel Defense, Palmetto State Armory, Rost Martin, Langdon Tactical, Canik and others.

EDC Loadout: Grey Man Glock 19

Prepared, but unassuming – that's the premise behind the gray man theory and the inspiration for our first EDC loadout featuring a Glock 19, Liberty II, and more.

12.15.2023
EDC Loadout: Grey Man Glock 19
01.22.2024Recommended Optics for GunBroker’s Top Selling Guns of 2023

Each year, GunBroker.com publishes reports of the top selling guns on its marketplace – but what's missing are recommended optics for each firearm.

01.18.20247 Best RMR Footprint Pistol Red Dots (2024)

Since its introduction in 2009, the RMR footprint has widely become the industry standard for pistol red dots with nearly 40 different optics to choose from.

01.11.2024Always Ready: Swampfox Shake N' Wake

Swampfox Shake N’ Wake is a power-saving function that automatically turns off red dot and prism optic illumination to extend battery life for anytime readiness.

01.05.2024Swampfox Optics at SHOT Show 2024

Visit Swampfox Optics (#72305) at the 2024 SHOT Show in Las Vegas and see the latest red dot sights, prisms, LPVOs, and precision riflescopes.

01.03.2024Build of the Month: Azrael Sharpshooter

Known as the God of Death and often depicted as the Grim Reaper, Azrael may consider swapping out his scythe for our January Build of the Month.

01.01.20244 New Year’s Resolutions for 2024

A New Year means new goals, so we came up with four easy resolutions for 2024 that any gun owner can accomplish.

12.31.2023Swampfox Wrapped: 2023 Recap

As 2023 comes to an end, it’s only right we wrap up the last 365 days with a recap of new Swampfox optics, industry events, and other notable achievements.

12.28.2023Photos of the Year: 2023

We rounded up a dozen of our favorite photos of 2023 from our talented in-house media team for our inaugural Photos of the Year gallery.

RMSc Footprint Compatible Handguns

Used by the Swampfox Sentinel II, the RMSc Mounting Standard has become the go-to optic footprint for slimline and compact concealed carry handguns.

11.07.2023
RMSc Footprint Compatible Handguns
12.27.2023New Guns & Gear: December 2023

Discover new products announced in December 2023 from Flux Defense, Walther, Cabot, Microtech and others in our latest New Guns & Gear monthly roundup.

12.21.2023Bigger and Better: Liberty/Justice vs. Liberty II/Justice II

The new Swampfox Liberty II and Justice II build on the foundation of Gen 1 optics and renew our pledge to protect the pillars of American independence.

12.19.2023A Fight of Intrepidity: Siege of Fort Watson

In April 1781, Francis “Swamp Fox” Marion and Henry “Lighthorse Harry” Lee led an ambitious attack on the elevated British Fort Watson in South Carolina.

12.12.2023WOLVERINES! Blowout: Glock Slides & Accessories

Save 25% on Swampfox Wolverine Glock 19/17/34 Gen 3 slides, mag extensions, and iron sights during our end of year WOLVERINES! Blowout Sale.

12.08.202310 Largest Window Pistol Red Dots (2023)

For red dot shooters seeking a wider field of view, we compiled a list of the top 10 largest window pistol dot sights currently on the market, including Justice II.

12.04.2023Build of the Month: Peanut Butter Reaper

From moonlight hunts to midnight pantry raids, the Swampfox December 2023 Build of the Month is an appetizing weapon of choice for any night owl.

12.01.2023New Guns & Gear: November 2023

See the best new products announced in November 2023 from Marlin, SIG Sauer, Stag Arms, CZ-USA and others in our first New Guns & Gear roundup.

11.29.2023All Good Things Must Come to an End

In preparation for the next generation of Swampfox optics, our original Kinglsayer, Liberator, and Tomahawk are set to retire after December 8, 2023.

Arrowhead Overseas: Swampfox in Combat

In 2020, the first Swampfox Arrowhead LPVOs saw combat overseas with two U.S. Army 7th Special Forces Group soldiers stationed in Afghanistan.

09.05.2023
Arrowhead Overseas: Swampfox in Combat
11.28.2023Second Gen Trio: New Swampfox Sentinel II, Liberty II & Justice II

Released throughout November, the new Sentinel II, Liberty II, and Justice II offer improved functionality, durability, and shooter versatility over previous models.

11.27.2023Reticle Freedom: New Liberator II Multi-Reticle

The new multi-reticle Liberator II packs four reticles into the versatile, compact red dot for greater shooter preference and precision atop long guns.

11.27.2023Liberate Savings: Cyber Monday 2023

Our biggest sale of the year continues through Cyber Monday with the launch of our new multi-reticle Liberator II dot sight, plus 25% off 2 MOA dot models.

11.24.2023Video: Justice II Competition Dot Sight

Optimized to compete for stage and match wins, Swampfox Justice II is a quick and versatile red dot solution for full-size handguns, AR rifles, and shotguns.

11.24.2023Video: Liberty II All-Purpose Dot Sight

From home to the range and everywhere in between, the second-generation Swampfox Liberty II is a versatile red dot solution for any use and platform.

11.24.2023Liberty II & Justice II for All: New Swampfox Second-Gen Dot Sights

Built on the success of their predecessors, Swampfox Liberty II and Justice II are full-size red dots with cross-platform versatility and all-purpose durability.

11.24.2023Seize Savings: Black Friday MEGA Sale 2023

Shop our biggest sale of the year and get up to 30% off dot sights, prisms, LPVOs, and precision optics during our Black Friday MEGA Sale.

11.23.2023Swampfox Holiday Gift Guide 2023

With the holidays just around the corner, we compiled a list of products and gear we use from companies we love for our 2023 Holiday Gift Guide.

The Swamp Fox: Who was Francis Marion?

Nicknamed the Swamp Fox by the British, Francis Marion was a revered figure of the American Revolution and is the inspiration behind Swampfox Optics.

07.04.2023
The Swamp Fox: Who was Francis Marion?
11.14.2023First Focal Plane vs. Second Focal Plane Reticles

First focal plane (FFP) and second focal plane (SFP) refer to the position of the etched reticle lens in relation to the zoom mechanism of a riflescope.

11.09.2023Changing of the Guard: Sentinel vs. Sentinel II

After three years on watch, the original Swampfox Sentinel micro red dot sight has been redesigned with the release of the new and improved Sentinel II.

11.02.2023Build of the Month: Grasshopper Mouse

The B&T GHM9 is a compact pistol caliber submachine gun and versatile platform perfect for the Swampfox September 2023 Build of the Month.

11.01.2023Video: Sentinel II Micro Dot Sight

The second-generation Swampfox Sentinel II is a micro red dot sight designed for concealed carry and optimized to stand guard against everyday use and abuse.

11.01.2023Stand Guard: New Swampfox Sentinel II Micro Dot Sight

Engineered for everyday carry, the Swampfox Sentinel II features an RMSC footprint, new body design, 20mm window, and removable rear sight guide.

10.23.2023Gallery: Rocky Mountain Range Day 2023

The 2nd Annual Swampfox Rocky Mountain Range Day brought out vendors and influencers to Dragonman's in Colorado Springs, held October 19, 2023.

10.13.20236 Scary-Good October Giveaways

Win firearms, Swampfox optics, ammunition, and more when you enter October giveaways from Alien Gear Holsters, KCI USA, Hilliker Holster Co and others.

10.10.2023 5 Facts About Francis Marion

From farmer to war hero, learn how Francis Marion nearly died as a teenager, earned his Swamp Fox nickname, and is remembered throughout the U.S. today.

10.02.2023No Tricks, Only Savings: Free Shipping All October

Enjoy free shipping on every Swampfox order placed in October. No promo code, no minimum spend, no product limitations, and no tricks – only savings.

09.22.2023Gallery: Warhorse 1-6x Video Behind the Scenes

Go behind the scenes of the making of the Swampfox Warhorse 1-6x FFP LPVO launch video, filmed during a camping trip in a remote part of Colorado.

09.21.2023Saddle Up: New Warhorse Shirt

Echoing the spirit of battles past and gunfights yet to come, saddle up in a Warhorse shirt while shooting your new Swampfox Warhorse 1-6x FFP LPVO.

09.20.2023Video: Warhorse 1-6x FFP LPVO

From backwoods to battlefields, the Swampfox Warhorse 1-6x FFP LPVO provides a practical range for versatile distances with superior edge to edge clarity.

09.20.2023Speed Meets Precision: New Swampfox Warhorse 1-6x FFP LPVO

Combining speed, precision, and versatility, the long-awaited Warhorse 1-6x FFP LPVO exemplifies the next evolution of Swampfox riflescopes.

09.18.2023Gallery: Inside Dragonman's Military Museum

Swampfox toured Dragonman's legendary Military Museum during the annual Machine Gun Shoot, featuring authentic firearms, vehicles, and memorabilia.

09.18.2023Gallery: Dragonman's Machine Gun Shoot 2023

Swampfox attended Dragonman's 31st Annual Machine Gun Shoot and Industry Range Day outside Colorado Springs, held September 16-17, 2023.

08.24.2023Video: Raider 1x Micro Prism

Step outside the game and experience the ultra-wide field of view and expansive eye relief of the etched reticle Swampfox Raider 1x Micro Prism in the real world.

08.24.2023Raiding Party: Swampfox Launches Raider 1x Micro Prism

The Swampfox Raider is a 1x20 micro prism optic with etched BRC or 6 MOA reticle, red or green illumination, and T-2 mounting footprint.

08.14.2023TacPack Giveaway: Win $10,000 in Guns, Night Vision & More

Enter TacPack's Giveaway for a chance to win over $10,000 in firearms, Swampfox optics, night vision, and shooting accessories from industry partners.

08.08.2023Look Good, Shoot Good: 3 New Swampfox Shirts

Look good, feel good, shoot good in three new shirt designs. Even if your accuracy doesn't improve, we guarantee you’ll at least look good trying.

06.26.2023Gallery: GunCon 2023

Swampfox was at the Brownells headquarters and range in Iowa for GunCon 2023 presented by The Gun Collective, held June 23-24, 2023.

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