NRA Annual Meetings 2018 Wilcox Boss Optic Tom Marshall May 6, 2018 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. Wilcox let us take a look at a unique red dot sight they've been producing for a couple years as part of a government contract that may soon be coming to the commercial market. The Boss optic is being produced for a couple of highly specialized counter-terrorism units currently utilizing .300 Blackout weapons. Because the .300 BLK cartridge has both supersonic and subsonic loads, with substantial differences in both muzzle velocity and bullet weight, a traditional red dot would have to be zeroed for one load or the other. The Boss fixes that problem by a throw-lever that allows you to run one optic capable of holding two separate zeros. Set the lever to the left when running supersonic rounds, or to the right for subsonic rounds. This allows you to avoid having to change optics or memorize hold-overs/unders when going back and forth between load types. Additionally, the Boss includes three separate lasers which are slaved to the dot. When you throw the lever, the lasers change zero with the red dot. There is a visible laser, an IR laser and an short-range IR flood illuminator. Since this is currently available only to government clients, there is no MSRP. But they have confirmed they are working on a civilian version, with the possibility of using the technology to produce optics in other calibers that accommodate multiple loads. Stay tuned to RECOILweb for future updates. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
