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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MULTISPECTRAL BINOCULARS – 4-in-1

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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.

Can Thermal Scope See Through Walls? The Truth About the ATN ThOR 6 640x512

Can a thermal scope see through walls? No, and this ATN ThOR 6 640x512 guide explains why thermal only reads surface heat, plus what it can actually do.

Best Thermal Scope Under 5000: The ATN ThOR 6 LRF 640 (2026)

The best thermal scope under 5000 is the ATN ThOR 6 LRF 640 at $4,495 — a built-in laser rangefinder, ballistic calculator and 640x512 sensor for precise shots.

Best Thermal Scope Under 4000: The ATN ThOR 6 640 3-24x (2026)

The best thermal scope under 4000 is the ATN ThOR 6 640 3-24x at $3,795 — a 640x512 sensor, 50mm lens and 3,650m detection range for long-range hunting.

Best Thermal Scope Under 3000: The ATN ThOR 6 384 (2026)

The best thermal scope under 3000 is the ATN ThOR 6 384 at $1,995 — a full 6th-gen scope with SharpIR AI, 50Hz refresh and room to spare in your budget.

Best Thermal Scope Under 2500: The ATN ThOR 6 384 (2026)

Looking for the best thermal scope under 2500? The ATN ThOR 6 384 lands at $1,995 with AI-enhanced clarity, 50Hz refresh and a 2,300m detection range.

Best Thermal Monocular for Coyote Hunting: The ATN BlazeTrek 6 (2026)

Hunting predators after dark? The best thermal monocular for coyote hunting is the ATN BlazeTrek 6 640 — wide FOV, light, fast. See picks, specs, how to choose.

Best Thermal Monocular for Beginners: The ATN BlazeSeeker 6 (2026)

The best thermal monocular for beginners is the ATN BlazeSeeker 6 — a light, wide-view handheld with SharpIR AI and simple controls, backed by the ATN line.

Best Thermal Monocular Deer Tracking: The ATN BlazeTrek 6 (2026)

The best thermal monocular for deer tracking is the ATN BlazeTrek 6 — a light 640x512 handheld that follows a warm blood trail and finds downed deer at night.

Best Thermal Monocular Coyote Hunting: The ATN BlazeTrek 6 (2026)

The best thermal monocular for coyote hunting is the ATN BlazeTrek 6 — a fast, wide-view 640x512 handheld that tracks committing coyotes off the call at night.