On Target Africa

On Target Africa is a leisure read for the growing precision rifle, long-range and ELR competition sports-shooting market. Our pride and joy are our in-depth rifle, firearm and accessory reviews, which allow our readers to make smart purchase decisions. From the outdoors to legal issues and club news, we are your #1 resource. Purchase single online issues or email distribute@ontargetafrica.co.za for subscription details.

On Target Africa

from the editor’s desk

Schmidt & Bender Meta 3-18x42 FFP SBX Riflescope

From Sunrise to Darkness: The Power of the ATN BinoX 6 Dual

The Go-Bag: Building a Kit That Actually Works When It Matters

The Hippo Brawl – Cold Steel When Precision Meets Persistence • There are matches that test your ability behind the rifle … and then there are matches that test the person behind the trigger.

Johan Nel masters the Long Tom Challenge

The Last Responsibility of a Firearm Owner

ON TARGET AFRICA • SPORTS-SHOOTING • TACTICAL • ELR • OPTICS • SAFETY • GEAR • HUNTING

Spuhr ISMS: Precision Starts At The Mount • A premium riflescope can only perform as consistently as the interface holding it to the rifle. For the long-range competitor, the mount is not simply a set of rings; it determines optic height, eye relief, available elevation and how securely the system remains aligned through recoil, transport and repeated match use.

Havalon EXP: Two Blades, One Range-Ready Tool

New ThOR 6 Elite Thermal Riflescope • Thermal riflescopes have become an essential tool for many hunters, but recent advances in sensor technology mean today’s premium optics deliver far more than simply detecting heat. ATN’s new ThOR 6 Elite is a good example of how thermal imaging continues to evolve, combining high-performance hardware with practical features aimed at improving accuracy in the field.

Calypso Instruments Long-Range Ultra-Low-Power Wind Meter • Calypso Instruments has expanded its range of precision wind measurement solutions with the launch of the Ultra-Low-Power Long-Range (ULP LoRa) Wind Meter, a compact ultrasonic anemometer designed to deliver accurate wind speed and direction data over distances of up to 3 km.

CZ 612 TAC Pump-Action Shotgun • The CZ 612 TAC pump-action shotgun has been engineered to deliver dependable performance, modern ergonomics and versatile functionality for shooters seeking a capable tactical platform.

Ballistics of High Angle Shooting at Extended Ranges