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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THERMAL IMAGING CLIP-ON SYSTEM

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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.

Reading thermal scope targets with the ATN ThOR 6: Spot and ID Guide

See how thermal scope targets stand out from clutter with the ATN ThOR 6. A feature-first roundup of 640 resolution, high mag, and Hot Point Tracking.

Thermal Scope Target by Use Case: ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x

Pick a thermal scope target setup for your job. The ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x leads three ATN ThOR 6 picks matched to hog control, predator calling and mixed hunting.

Thermal Scope Target Acquisition: ATN ThOR 6 640x512 3-24x Picks

Need a thermal scope target picture you can trust? The ATN ThOR 6 640x512 3-24x leads three ATN ThOR 6 picks for acquiring and identifying targets by season.

Thermal Scope Sales by Season: ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x Guide

Time your thermal scope sales to the season. The ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x leads three ATN ThOR 6 picks matched to spring, summer and fall hunting windows.

Thermal Scope Sales Worth It: ATN ThOR 6 640x512 3-24x Picks

Watching thermal scope sales? See why the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 3-24x leads three ATN ThOR 6 picks, judged on the features that make a sale actually worth acting on.

Thermal Scope Reviews: ATN ThOR 6 Rated Feature by Feature

Feature-focused thermal scope reviews of the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x and its siblings, rating SharpIR, RAV, and Hot Point Tracking so you know what earns its keep.

Thermal Scope Reviews: ATN ThOR 6 Tested Across Real Terrain

Honest thermal scope reviews of the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 3-24x and its siblings, judged across open ground, timber, and creek bottoms so you know where each shines.

Thermal Scope Review: ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x Across Every Terrain

A terrain-by-terrain thermal scope review of the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x and its ThOR 6 siblings, from wide fields to thick timber, creek bottoms, and fresh snow.

Thermal Scope Review: ATN ThOR 6 640x512 3-24x Tested by Use Case

A hands-on thermal scope review of the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 3-24x and its siblings, judged by how you actually hunt: from a stand, on the stalk, calling predators, or guarding property.