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.

Cheap Thermal Binoculars Hog Hunting: ATN Binox-6 640 vs Binox-6 384 (2026)

Cheap thermal binoculars hog hunting head-to-head: ATN Binox-6 Dual 640 vs Binox-6 384, matched to real hog use cases so you buy the right ATN Binox-6.

Cheap Thermal Binoculars Hog Hunting: ATN Binox-6 640 vs 384 by Tier (2026)

Cheap thermal binoculars hog hunting compared by tier: ATN Binox-6 640x512 flagship vs the 384x288 value tier, where each budget goes and why.

Cheap Thermal Binoculars Hog Hunting: ATN Binox-6 Picks by Season (2026)

Chasing cheap thermal binoculars for hog hunting? ATN Binox-6 Dual 384x288 leads our season-by-season roundup, with the 640 for cold, long-range winter nights.

Cheap Thermal Binoculars Hog Hunting: ATN Binox-6 384 by Experience Level (2026)

Cheap thermal binoculars hog hunting, sorted by experience level: the ATN Binox-6 Dual 384x288 leads for newer hunters, the 640 for seasoned pros.

Cheap Thermal Binoculars Hog Hunting: ATN Binox-6 Picks (2026)

Chasing cheap thermal binoculars hog hunting value? See which ATN Binox-6 leads on each key feature - resolution, rangefinder, modes, image quality and runtime.

Cheap Thermal Binoculars Hog Hunting: ATN Binox-6 640 by Setup Style (2026)

Cheap thermal binoculars hog hunting, sorted by setup style: the ATN Binox-6 Dual 640x512 leads, the 384 as the value pick, tripod to run-and-gun.

Cheap Night Vision Scope Hog Hunting: ATN X-Sight 5 LRF vs 5-25x

Cheap night vision scope hog hunting by terrain: the ATN X-Sight 5 LRF 5-25x versus the standard 5-25x, and which digital day/night scope fits open ground or timber.

Cheap Night Vision Scope Hog Hunting: ATN X-Sight 5 LRF vs X-Sight 5 5-25x

Choosing a cheap night vision scope hog hunting rig by range? Compare the ATN X-Sight 5 LRF 5-25x vs the ATN X-Sight 5 5-25x for close and long shots.

Cheap Night Vision Scope Hog Hunting: ATN X-Sight 5 by Use Case

Cheap night vision scope hog hunting matched to how you hunt: the light ATN X-Sight 5 3-15x for stalking, plus the right pick for stand sitting and long shots.