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.

Thermal Image Rifle Scope Across the Seasons: ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x and Two More

The right thermal image rifle scope handles winter contrast and muggy summer haze alike. ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x leads this season-by-season roundup.

Best Thermal Image Rifle Scope: ATN ThOR 6 640x512 3-24x and Two More Picks

A thermal image rifle scope roundup led by the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 3-24x, judged on sensor resolution, SharpIR, NETD and refresh for a clean picture.

Thermal Heat Scope by Terrain: ATN ThOR 6 640 2-16x Picks

Choosing a thermal heat scope by terrain: how the ATN ThOR 6 640 2-16x reads across ag fields, thick timber and brush, plus two ATN ThOR 6 options.

Best Thermal Heat Scope: ATN ThOR 6 640 for the Jobs You Hunt

The best thermal heat scope for predator, hog and varmint work: how the ATN ThOR 6 640 handles each job, plus two ATN ThOR 6 alternatives for tighter budgets.

Thermal Clip On Under 1000 Hog Hunting: ATN TICO 6 Entry vs Flagship

Thermal clip on under 1000 hog hunting compared: ATN TICO 6 256x192 entry tier versus the 640x512 flagship, and why neither actually lands under $1,000.

Thermal Clip On Under 1000 Hog Hunting: ATN TICO 6 256 vs 384

For a thermal clip on under 1000 hog hunting setup, compare the ATN TICO 6 256x192 vs 384x288 by season — plus the honest truth on the sub-$1,000 price.

Thermal Clip On Under 1000 Hog Hunting: ATN TICO 6 Picks by Skill Level

Thermal clip on under 1000 hog hunting, explained by experience level: what a first-timer really pays for an ATN TICO 6 and how the picks change as you advance.

Thermal Clip On Under 1000 Hog Hunting: ATN TICO 6 by Feature

Hunting a thermal clip on under 1000 hog hunting deal? Here's the honest ATN TICO 6 breakdown by key feature, the real cheapest price, and which model earns it.

Thermal Clip On Under 1000 Hog Hunting: The Honest ATN TICO 6 Answer

Thermal clip on under 1000 hog hunting: the honest truth about ATN TICO 6 clip-on pricing, the real entry cost, and how to build a hog-ready setup around it.