ATN Hunting Blog | Tony Montoya

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Tony Montoya

My name is Tony Montoya, and I’m proud to call the good ol’ city of Waco, Texas, home. My love for hunting started at an early age, sparked by countless outdoor adventures with my father and brothers. Whether we were sitting beside a quiet pond listening to the sound of duck wings cutting through the air, or posted along a tree line waiting for dove to whistle by, the outdoors became part of who I am. We were always in the woods - exploring, scouting, and learning about game like deer, hogs, rabbits, and birds. I still remember the very first time I sat in a tree stand before sunrise, watching the world wake up. Seeing God’s creation come alive in that moment, I was hooked for life. Since then, hunting hasn’t just been something I do - it’s been a way of life. I’ve hunted all across the state of Texas, from North to South, East to West, and along the way, I’ve gained countless experiences, made lifelong friends, created unforgettable memories, and learned the true art of hunting. Over the years, I’ve taken thousands of invasive feral hogs and spent countless nights on tree lines calling in and dragging off coyotes. Some of my most meaningful memories have been made alongside my sons - Tony, Aiden, and Ian - listening to the howl of a coyote echo through the night or the deep grunt of a big boar moving in close. Those moments are what it’s all about. I was first introduced to night hunting by my younger brother, Austin Montoya, while managing predator numbers and controlling feral hog populations. I’ll never forget the first time I looked through an ATN Thor HD thermal over ten years ago. From that moment on, the way I hunted changed forever. Since then, I’ve successfully harvested thousands of hogs and hundreds of coyotes, helping protect crops, land, and livestock across Central Texas. These predators cost landowners and ranchers thousands of dollars each year in lost crops and animals - sheep, goats, chickens, calves, and even small horses - and I take pride in doing my part. I rely on gear that performs when it counts, which is why I choose ATN Optics. Their cutting-edge technology, proven reliability, and crystal-clear imagery give me the confidence to make smart, ethical decisions and succeed on every hunt.

A thermal spotting scope by season: ATN ThOR 6 640 2-16x picks

A thermal spotting scope that earns its keep all year. The ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x reads cold winter fields and warm summer brush. Season-by-season picks.

The best thermal spotting scope: ATN ThOR 6 640 3-24x for scanning game

Looking for a thermal spotting scope? The ATN ThOR 6 640x512 3-24x doubles as a scope and a spotter. See why its sensor, magnification and tracking win.

Thermal Sniper Scope for Every Season: ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x

The right thermal sniper scope changes with the season. This ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x roundup matches the ThOR 6 line to spring, summer, fall, and winter hunts.

Best Thermal Sniper Scope: ATN ThOR 6 640x512 3-24x Precision Picks

The best thermal sniper scope for precision at distance is the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 3-24x. See how the ThOR 6 line ranks on the features long shots demand.

Best thermal scope view by terrain: ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x and top ATN ThOR 6 picks

The thermal scope view changes with the ground. See how the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x reads open field, woods and brush, and which ATN ThOR 6 fits each terrain.

Best thermal scope view by use case: ATN ThOR 6 640x512 optics ranked

Rank the thermal scope view of ATN ThOR 6 640x512 optics by job: long-range ID, thick-cover detail, fast pickup. Pick the sharpest ATN ThOR 6 for you.

Thermal Scope Under $500? ATN ThOR 6 Mini vs ThOR 6 640 — Which Fits Your Setup (2026)

Looking for a thermal scope under $500? No ATN ThOR scope hits that price. Compare the ATN ThOR 6 Mini and ThOR 6 640 to see which build fits your rifle in 2026.

Best Thermal Scope Under $500? Honest ATN ThOR Range-Band Guide (2026)

Looking for a thermal scope under $500? Here's the honest truth plus the real ATN ThOR 6 line-up, matched by shooting range from close-in to long range.

Thermal Scope Under $500? The Honest ATN ThOR 6 Mini Answer (2026)

Looking for a thermal scope under $500? Here's the honest truth: no ATN thermal scope hits that price. The cheapest is the ATN ThOR 6 Mini. See the real ThOR tiers.