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.

Best Budget Thermal Binoculars for Hunting: The ATN Binox-6 Dual 384x288 (2026)

The best budget thermal binoculars for hunting are the ATN Binox-6 Dual 384x288: two-eyed comfort, huge zoom, and a built-in rangefinder without the flagship price.

The best ar15 thermal clip on: ATN TICO 6 in Front of Your LPVO (2026)

The best AR15 thermal clip on is the ATN TICO 6 384x288: it mounts in front of your LPVO so your AR-15 shoots thermal at night with no re-zero, no scope swap.

The most affordable thermal clip on: ATN TICO 6 Value Pick (2026)

The most affordable thermal clip on with real value is the ATN TICO 6 256x192: full 6th-gen features in front of your day scope for the best bang for the buck.

What Is a Thermal Monocular? A Beginner's Guide with the ATN BlazeSeeker 6

What is a thermal monocular? A plain beginner's guide to how they work and what they do, using the ATN BlazeSeeker 6 as a compact, affordable real-world example.

Thermal or Night Vision Scope for Coyote Hunting? The ATN ThOR 6 vs X-Sight 5

Thermal or night vision scope for coyote hunting? We compare the ATN ThOR 6 thermal against the X-Sight 5 digital day/night scope to pick the right one for you.

Thermal Monocular vs Binocular: ATN BlazeTrek 6 or ATN Binox-6?

Thermal monocular vs binocular, compared honestly: a one-eye scanner or two-eye glass. See when the ATN BlazeTrek 6 wins and when the ATN Binox-6 is the better call.

Thermal Clip On vs Thermal Scope: ATN TICO 6 vs ThOR 6 (2026)

Thermal clip on vs thermal scope: the ATN TICO 6 clips onto your day scope, the ATN ThOR 6 replaces it. Here is how each works and which one fits your rifle.

Thermal Binoculars vs Monoculars: ATN Binox-6 or ATN BlazeTrek 6?

Thermal binoculars vs monoculars, compared plainly: two-eye comfort versus one-eye packability. See when the ATN Binox-6 wins and when the ATN BlazeTrek 6 does.

Thermal Binoculars for Hunting: The ATN Binox-6 (2026)

The best thermal binoculars for hunting in 2026 are the ATN Binox-6. Two-eye comfort, a 4-in-1 view and built-in ranging make it all-night hunting glass.