ATN Hunting Blog | Tony Montoya

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ELITE THERMAL SCOPE SERIES

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COMPACT THERMAL IMAGING SCOPE

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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.

Best Thermal Scope With LRF: The ATN ThOR 6 LRF (2026)

Want a thermal scope with lrf? The ATN ThOR 6 LRF 640 ranges to 1000m and feeds a ballistic calculator for one-shot dope. See picks, specs, and how to choose.

Thermal Scope Weight: A Buyer's Guide to the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x (2026)

Thermal scope weight explained: how much thermal optics weigh, how it affects your rifle, and why the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x stays under 2.2 lbs for easy carry.

Thermal Scope Specs Explained: A Plain Guide to the ATN ThOR 6 640x512

Thermal scope specs explained in plain English: resolution, NETD, refresh, magnification and range, using the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 as a worked example.

Thermal Scope Range Explained: The ATN ThOR 6 640x512

Thermal scope range explained plainly: what detection, recognition and identification distances mean, and how the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 reaches out to 3100m.

Using a Thermal Scope in Rain: A Guide to the ATN ThOR 6 640x512

Does a thermal scope in rain still work? Yes, but with limits. This ATN ThOR 6 640x512 guide explains how rain affects thermal and how to hunt through it.

Thermal Scope Battery Life Explained: The ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x (2026)

Thermal scope battery life explained: how long thermal optics run, what drains them, and why the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x lasts a full night on swappable cells.

Thermal Monocular Best Battery Life: The ATN BlazeTrek 6 (2026)

For the thermal monocular best battery life pick, the ATN BlazeTrek 6 runs a full session on one charge, and the BlazeHunter XD adds swappable cells for 10+ hours.

Is It Legal to Hunt With a Thermal Scope? A Guide to the ATN ThOR 6 640x512

Is it legal to hunt with a thermal scope? It depends on your state, species and season. This ATN ThOR 6 640x512 guide explains how to check and stay legal.

Can You Hunt With a Thermal Scope During the Day? The ATN ThOR 6 Explained (2026)

Can you hunt with a thermal scope during the day? Yes. Here's how daytime thermal works, when it beats a day scope, and why the ATN ThOR 6 handles both.