ATN Hunting Blog | Tony Montoya

ATN THOR-6 384x288

ELITE THERMAL SCOPE SERIES

ATN ThOR 6 Mini 256x192

COMPACT THERMAL IMAGING SCOPE

ATN Binox-6 Dual 256x192

MULTISPECTRAL BINOCULARS – 4-in-1

ATN TICO 6 256x192

THERMAL IMAGING CLIP-ON SYSTEM

ATN BlazeHunter XD LRF 1280x1024

Extreme Definition 1280×1024 Thermal Monocular

ATN BlazeTrek 6 319

THERMAL MONOCULAR

ATN BlazeSeeker 6 207

THERMAL MONOCULAR

ATN Odin MFT 320x240

MULTI-FUNCTIONAL THERMAL OPTIC

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.

ATN BlazeHunter XD AI Thermal Imaging System Review: The ATN BlazeHunter XD (2026)

The ATN BlazeHunter XD AI thermal imaging system is a 1280x1024 handheld with SharpIR AI, a laser rangefinder and a matching ATN ThOR 6 for the rifle.

ATN Binox 6 Review: The ATN Binox-6 4-in-1 Thermal Binoculars (2026)

Our ATN Binox 6 review: this ATN Binox-6 is a 4-in-1 Day/Night/Thermal/Twilight binocular with a 4K sensor and built-in rangefinder. Full hands-on breakdown.

Thermal Scope with Rangefinder: The ATN ThOR 6 LRF (2026)

The best thermal scope with rangefinder is the ATN ThOR 6 LRF 640x512. A built-in laser rangefinder feeds the ballistic calculator for dialed-in shots after dark.

Thermal or Night Vision Scope for Hog Hunting? ATN ThOR 6 vs ATN X-Sight 5 (2026)

Thermal or night vision scope for hog hunting? We compare the ATN ThOR 6 640 thermal against the ATN X-Sight 5 night vision scope so you can pick the right one for hogs.

Thermal Clip On Under 1000 Hog Hunting: The ATN TICO 6 384 Under $1,000 (2026)

Best thermal clip on under $1,000 for hog hunting? The ATN TICO 6 384 adds thermal to your day scope and keeps your zero, staying under $1,000 with a 256 option.

Thermal Clip On AR-15 Hog Hunting: The ATN TICO 6 384 (2026)

Best thermal clip on for AR-15 hog hunting? The ATN TICO 6 384 mounts ahead of your day optic and keeps your zero, with a 640 for longer shots on pigs.

Night Vision Scope vs Thermal: The ATN ThOR 6 and X-Sight 5 Compared (2026)

Night vision scope vs thermal, settled with ATN gear: the thermal ATN ThOR 6 detects heat in total dark; the ATN X-Sight 5 does day-and-night on one rifle.

Cheapest Thermal Scope: The ATN ThOR 6 Mini (2026)

The cheapest thermal scope worth owning is the ATN ThOR 6 Mini 384x288. This entry-tier ATN scope is compact, under 500 g, and still packs a 384 sensor and 50 Hz.

Cheap Thermal Clip On Hog Hunting: The ATN TICO 6 256 (2026)

Want a cheap thermal clip on for hog hunting? The ATN TICO 6 256 is the budget way to add thermal to your day scope for close-range pigs, with a 384 step-up.