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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Extreme Definition 1280×1024 Thermal Monocular

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THERMAL MONOCULAR

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THERMAL MONOCULAR

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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.

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

Budget thermal binoculars hog hunting compared: the ATN Binox-6 Dual 640 vs the 384, matched terrain by terrain, so you know which one wins where you hunt.

Budget Thermal Binoculars Hog Hunting: ATN Binox-6 640 vs 384 by Range Band (2026)

Budget thermal binoculars hog hunting compared by range band: the ATN Binox-6 640x512 vs the 384x288, near, mid and far, so you buy the right reach.

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

The best budget thermal binoculars for hog hunting, matched to how you hunt. ATN Binox-6 Dual picks by use case, from stand sits to truck scanning.

Budget Thermal Binoculars Hog Hunting: ATN Binox-6 384 Ranked by Tier (2026)

Budget thermal binoculars hog hunting, ranked by tier: the ATN Binox-6 Dual 384x288 leads the entry pick, with the 640 as the step-up, all price-free.

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

Budget thermal binoculars hog hunting, organized by season: the ATN Binox-6 line for summer heat, winter cold and everything between, all price-free.

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

Budget thermal binoculars for hog hunting sorted by experience level: the ATN Binox-6 Dual 640x512 leads for beginners through veteran hog hunters in 2026.

Bolt Thermal Scope Feature Guide: ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x

A feature-first bolt thermal scope roundup: the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x leads, with three ATN ThOR 6 scopes compared on recoil video, zeroing and tracking.

Best Bolt Thermal Scope by Terrain: ATN ThOR 6 640x512 3-24x

The best bolt thermal scope is the ATN ThOR 6 640x512 3-24x for bolt-action precision. Compare three ATN ThOR 6 scopes matched to open, rolling and brushy terrain.

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

Matching a black friday thermal scope to your hunt? The ATN ThOR 6 640x512 2-16x leads three ATN ThOR 6 picks sorted by how and where you actually hunt.