Comments on: Borescopes — What They Reveal May Surprise You

By: James Bergman

James Bergman — Wed, 25 Jan 2017 18:11:18 +0000

I’m also shocked that gunsmiths have been able to do so much without borescopes. They really are great tools. I also think it is worth mentioning that they are used for things like inspecting car and plane engines. I’m also pretty sure my plumber uses one when inspecting my pipes. In short, it is a wonder that we have done anything without borescopes.

By: Charl

Charl — Thu, 13 Oct 2016 09:08:10 +0000

Also still waiting for 30° or 60° lens instead of the 90°. Or has this already happened?

By: Mr.T

Mr.T — Thu, 28 Aug 2014 16:19:57 +0000

IT would be great tough if they would offer the 30° or 60° lens instead of 90° in this package as those enable way more detail to be seen due to much better depth perception.

By: Rui Jorge

Rui Jorge — Thu, 28 Aug 2014 09:26:45 +0000

i use my borescope after every second shoot its amaizing what one can see after about 15 rounds
money well spent

By: Terry Balding

Terry Balding — Wed, 27 Aug 2014 18:31:15 +0000

I own this kit and it’s great. I use it often.

By: Tom Alves

Tom Alves — Wed, 13 Nov 2013 19:22:59 +0000

I’ve got one coming from Bruno’s. To the fellow talking about the “high” price I have a story: I bought a Kowa TSN-1 for about $360 in the middle 90’s and sold it two years ago for $600. Good quality hardware doesn’t lose much value.
TA

By: Guy

Guy — Wed, 13 Nov 2013 18:12:36 +0000

Why all the guess work? With bore scopes the methods should be done without error. How many times do ya need to lean the same thing.

By: Siegler

Siegler — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 14:57:35 +0000

Purchasing a borescope is expensive, but as the other said, if you’re able to get one or two buddies to split the cost with you, or even rent it out, it’s very much worth it in the long run.

By: fdshuster

fdshuster — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 14:25:45 +0000

I can’t fully understand the complaints about the cost of a Hawkeye borescope, when many think nothing of spending $1400 to well over $2500 for a rifle scope.

And, you don’t really “need” the 90 degree angled eyepiece, for a savings of $275 right there. The borescopes are available without the factory hard case for another savings.

Both of mine (17″ Deluxe focusing w/ the hard case) were delivered to my door for $620 each, with the $75 rebate that was in effect at the time.

It has more than paid for itself, many times over in savings. One of the best firearms related purchases I’ve ever made.

By: Chuck

Chuck — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 20:44:29 +0000

I agree, this is an item easily shared since it’s not something you use every day , but………I can’t believe with all the niche products available that someone can’t bring a borescope to market for under $500.
Make it stupid simple, no need for a nice travel box or extras. All that seems to be in the way is a 3-4mm “eye” since the automotive ones all start around 8mm.