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| Company type | Corporation |
|---|---|
| Industry | Outdoor and Sporting Goods |
| Founded | Mansfield, TX in 2007 |
| Founder | James Sellers |
| Headquarters | , |
| Products | Red dot sights, riflescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes, laser boresights, night vision and thermal optics, and other optical instruments. |
Number of employees | Approx. 130 (2024) |
| Parent | Sellmark Corporation |
| Website | sightmark.com |
Sightmark is a manufacturer of optics and accessories for firearms, known for producing a variety of products including rifle scopes, red dot sights, laser sights, and other shooting and hunting equipment. The company caters to a wide range of customers, from recreational shooters to professional hunters and law enforcement personnel.
History
[edit]Sightmark was founded in 2007[1] when its founder realized that many manufacturers did not meet the needs of modern shooters.[2] The company is headquartered in Mansfield, Texas, USA. The company was established with the goal of providing high-quality, affordable optics and accessories for the shooting and hunting community. Over the years, Sightmark has expanded its product line and gained recognition[3][4] for its innovative designs and reliable performance.
The company is also notable for patenting a reflex sight with a retractable hood[5] first seen on its Ultrashot M-Spec[6] red dot sight in 2017.
Products
[edit]- Riflescopes
Sightmark rifle scopes are designed for both tactical shooting and hunting. They are available in various magnifications and include low-power variable optics (LPVOs) as well as high-magnification riflescopes for long range shooting. Many of their scopes feature technologies such as illuminated reticles, first focal plane (FFP) and second focal plane (SFP) options, and durable construction suitable for rugged outdoor conditions.
- Core - This series has the largest variety of riflescopes with the most basic features.
- Presidio - Intermediate level products with decent glass and features.
- Latitude - Sightmark's long-range riflescopes, featuring high magnification, good glass, and features designed for long distance shooting.
- Pinnacle - Scopes constructed with premium glass and features.
- Red Dot Sights
Red dot sights from Sightmark are popular for their quick target acquisition and ease of use. These sights are commonly used on both rifles and handguns and are favored by shooters for close to mid-range engagements.
- Core Shot - Basic rifle red dots.
- MTS - Tube-style red dots.
- Mini Shot - Smaller reflex sights designed for pistols.
- Solar - Solar-powered sights.
- Ultra Shot - Hooded red dots for rifles and shotguns.
- Wolverine - Red dots designed for maximum durability.
- Night Vision and Thermal Devices
In addition to daytime optics, Sightmark produces night vision and thermal imaging devices. Breaking into the night vision market with the Photon-S hybrid night vision riflescope in 2013[7], Sightmark's current line of digital night vision optics exists in the form of the Wraith series. These products are used for nighttime hunting and tactical operations, offering enhanced visibility in low-light conditions.
- Accessories
Sightmark also offers a range of shooting accessories, including boresights, spotting scopes, binoculars, as well as other products. These accessories are designed to complement their optics and enhance customers' overall shooting experience.
Market and Distribution
[edit]Sightmark products are distributed worldwide and are available through a variety of channels, including online retailers, sporting goods stores, and specialty firearms shops. The company also participates in major industry trade shows such as SHOT Show, NRA, and Texas Trophy Hunters[8][9][10] as well as other events to showcase their latest innovations.
Military and Government Use
[edit]Sightmark is a GSA schedule contract holder with a dedicated sales team for government and law enforcement sales.[11] Sightmark optics are used by various security forces and law enforcement agencies worldwide, including United States, the People's Republic of China, and Ukraine, among others.[12][13][14]
References
[edit]- ^ "Sightmark "About Us" page". March 2024.
- ^ "Sightmark Optics - Optics-Trade". Europe. Retrieved 2024-08-22.
- ^ "Sightmark Wraith Mini Thermal Wins Guns & Ammo Technology of the Year Award". 16 October 2023.
- ^ "2023 Optic Of the Year: Sightmark Wraith 4K Mini". 12 May 2023.
- ^ US10139197B1, Horton, Jonathan; Chen, Tianliang & Pischke, Andrew, "Firearm sight with retractable sunshade", issued 2018-11-27
- ^ "The new Sightmark Ultra Shot M-Spec FMS Carbon Fiber Reflex Sight". all4shooters. 2017-06-16. Retrieved 2024-08-22.
- ^ Johnson, Richard (2013-12-09). "Sightmark Photon-S: Hybrid Night Vision Riflescope". thefirearmblog.com. Retrieved 2024-08-22.
- ^ "SHOT Show 2024 - Day 2: New products from Fausti, Sightmark, STP, Taurus, CRKT, Laser Ammo". all4shooters. 2024-01-25. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
- ^ "Sightmark to Showcase Cutting-Edge Optics at NRA 2024 in Dallas | Dealer Wire". www.thedealerwire.com. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
- ^ "Sightmark Exhibits at Tex. Trophy Hunters Assoc. | Outdoor Wire". www.theoutdoorwire.com. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
- ^ "Sightmark Military Discounts, Law Enforcement & Government". Sightmark.com. Retrieved 2024-08-23.
- ^ "So, Sightmark is a military grade optic. - Page 1 - AR15.COM". www.ar15.com. Retrieved 2024-08-23.
- ^ "Chinese Military Use of Holosun and Sightmark". Indiana Gun Owners - Gun Classifieds and Discussions. 2021-03-24. Retrieved 2024-08-23.
- ^ cruelnachos (2022-06-04). "Forget Holosun, Sightmark is the new battle-proven hotness". r/tacticalgear. Retrieved 2024-08-23.