Thanks fellas!
Wildflights, I have the 35mm Rattler. It has been flawless for me so far, as far as thermals go. Not so much so when I had my Bering. The hot spot...I don't know. I saw that as well. I have noticed that during the day, certain areas and things will warm up in the timber, then when the temp drops fast, I can see warm logs and such. Also, when you look at my bait, it appears hot as well, don't know, because that has been laying out there for days. Mice show up very well, running in the trees, so, it could have been some kind of small critter too.
DU and 06, I've really taken a liking to my 6x45. This is my calling rifle, nice and light and manuverable for sure. The terminal performance also, given it's a .223 case, is exceptional to say the least. Fun caliber.
Stay after em everyone!!