Petersen's Hunting released its April/May 2026 Guns & Gear Issue, featuring in-depth testing and reviews of firearms, optics, ammunition, and hunting gear. The issue includes firearm reviews from Craig Boddington, Keith Wood, Joseph von Benedikt, and Brad Fitzpatrick, with coverage of rifles including the Nemo Electus and Winchester Xpert.
Burris Optics will exhibit at the 2026 Mile High Hunt & Fish Expo in Denver, Colorado, March 20–22, featuring the Burris Veracity Riflescope. Attendees can visit Booth #630 to explore hunting and precision optics while connecting with the Burris team.
Meprolight announced its sponsorship of Tactical Games competitor Callerina "Cally" Woodard for the 2026 season. Woodard, a chiropractor and mother of four with Division I track and field and competitive CrossFit experience, will represent Meprolight® optics while competing in the demanding shooting sport that combines functional fitness with marksmanship.
Maven and its direct-to-consumer model of not just optic sales but marketing continues with the release of the new Maven RS4.2 5-30x59mm riflescope. This new high-magnification budget optic (relatively speaking) is a refined take on its RS.4 riflescope parent, adding control-focused features for competitive shooters and long-range hunters who demand consistency across extended sessions and during high-intensity competitions.
“Building on the proven performance of the original RS.4, the RS4.2 Riflescope represents the next iteration for shooters who live in the details. Designed for competitive shooting, long-range applications, and precision hunting, the RS4.2 raises the standard for control, confidence, and repeatability.”
The upgrades that make this more than just an RS.4 and instead an RS.4.2 are the new emphasis on dialing precision as well as a focus on user convenience in a package suited to high-stakes environments like PRS or NRL competitions. PRS and NRL competitions often require frequent changes in elevation dialing while simultaneously being durable enough for bumps and loss of jostling around during a match. Not to mention the need for great optical clarity and light transmission to boot.
“The RS4.2 features meaningful upgrades for serious shooters, including a 3-revolution locking elevation turret, capped windage, and an auto-off illuminated reticle to preserve battery life when it matters most. This first focal plane optic features a 5-30x magnification range, side parallax adjustment, 4-level red and green illumination, and your choice of MOA or MIL reticles. A toolless mechanical zero stop with positive stops ensures a fast, repeatable return to zero after every dial.”
The new optic reticle choices include SHR-W (MOA), MOA-2 (MOA), SHR-MIL (MIL), and CFR-MIL (MIL) [all pictured below]. The new RS4.2 is available now direct-to-consumer through Maven’s RS4.2 product page for around a $2,050 base price before engraving. For more information, you can visit the official Maven website here or visit their social media pages on Facebook and Instagram for more details.
