Go Back   DefensiveCarry Concealed Carry Forum > Related Topics > Defensive Rifles & Shotgun Discussion
Register Forum Rules FAQ Members List Calendar Mark Forums Read
Forum Donations DefensiveCarry Store DefensiveCarry Gallery USGO Gallery Related Links Forum Help & Extras

Defensive Rifles & Shotgun Discussion This is the place for sniper, assault, military, law enforcement and virtually every type of defensive rifle or shotgun.

Closed Thread
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old May 28th, 2008, 12:11 AM   #1
Distinguished Member
 
exactlymypoint's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Portland, OR
Posts: 1,373
exactlymypoint is a forum contributor
What is a good red dot sight?

I am looking for a good quality red dot sight for the pistol caliber carbine I am going to ultimately get for the tactical matches I will compete in. I don't want the cheapest one, but i don't need the most expensive one either. Something mid ranged. Any suggestions?
__________________
  • Let me explain. No. There is not time. Let me summarize.
  • Doing my part to create a huge carbon footprint
  • Be still, and know that I am God; Psalms 46:10
  • I am not by nature a humble man, sir, but circumstances sometimes require a change of habits - John Adams to Thomas Jefferson
exactlymypoint is offline  
Old May 28th, 2008, 08:49 AM   #2
VIP Member
 
deadeye72's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Central Mississippi
Posts: 2,226
deadeye72 is a forum contributor
I really like my EOTECH. They are pretty expensive, but worth the cost to me. The only complaint I have with it is that it is so slow to adjust the brightness. Once you get it where you want it though, it is great.
__________________
HK P2000 .40
BENELLI NOVA
deadeye72 is online now  
Old May 28th, 2008, 09:44 AM   #3
VIP Member
 
Rob72's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2005
Location: OKC, OK
Posts: 2,911
Rob72
The J-Point is excellent. Pride-Fowler, Burris and Trijicon also make variations of it, the differences being the presence or absence of an on-off switch, and (IIRC) waterproofing. I prefer the polymer lens, as it is somewhat more abuse-tolerant that laminate glass. Prices range from around $190-289.
Rob72 is offline  
Old May 28th, 2008, 12:00 PM   #4
ctr
Member
 
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Virginia
Posts: 222
ctr is a forum contributor
I have a Bushnell Red Dot/Green Dot sight. I like it, it works well.
ctr is offline  
Old May 28th, 2008, 12:06 PM   #5
Senior Member
 
edr9x23super's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Texas
Posts: 925
edr9x23super is a forum contributor
C-more...... The winningest dot sight out there...
__________________
"Guard with jealous attention the public liberty. Suspect everyone who approaches that jewel. Unfortunately, nothing will preserve it but downright force. Whenever you give up that force, you are inevitably ruined". - Patrick Henry
edr9x23super is offline  
Old May 28th, 2008, 12:29 PM   #6
VIP Member
 
artz's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Georgia
Posts: 2,029
artz
I have had a BSA red dot (wally world special) for over 3 years now. At $30 it was worth it, in comparison to some of their scopes.
__________________
"Are you ready for November ?"
artz is offline  
Old May 28th, 2008, 03:31 PM   #7
VIP Member
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: texas
Posts: 2,980
dukalmighty
I have a bushnell holosight,and an ATN digital the atn is about 170.00 has 4 reticle patterns and several brightness adjustments at the push of a button,is not too bulky or heavy,I use it on my 22 target pistol
__________________
I like Poetry,Long Walks On The Beach,And Poking Dead Things With A Stick
dukalmighty is online now  
Old May 28th, 2008, 05:49 PM   #8
BAC
Senior Member
 
BAC's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Tampa, Florida
Posts: 1,044
BAC is a forum contributor
Well I was gonna say Aimpoint, but that depends how much you're willing to spend. The Comp M4 is considered the best out there right now for hard use, but those who aren't carrying on duty could easily get away with the other Aimpoint models.


-B
BAC is offline  
Old May 28th, 2008, 05:58 PM   #9
Distinguished Member
 
matiki's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: N.W.
Posts: 1,698
matiki is a forum contributor
LaRue Tactical

If they carry it, it's Matiki approved.

I'll take a $100 finders fee... trust me, it won't sting a bit after forking over for your optics.
__________________
matiki is offline  
Old May 28th, 2008, 06:11 PM   #10
VIP Member
 
JonInNY's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Mid-Hudson Valley New York State
Posts: 2,164
JonInNY is a forum contributor
Well, since you are getting so many different models, I thought I'd add mine. I have a Barska, which has been inexpensive, and trouble free.

RED DOT SCOPES
Attached Images
File Type: jpg AC10332[1].jpg (73.5 KB, 11 views)
__________________
  • "The right of voting for representatives is the primary right by which all other rights are protected."
    -- Thomas Paine
____________________________
  • Quis custodiet ipsos custodes? (Who will guard the guards?)
    -- Juvenal
JonInNY is offline  
Closed Thread

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off
Forum Jump


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 03:35 PM.


Hosted ByTranquil Hosting

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.7.2
Copyright ©2000 - 2008, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Template-Modifikationen durch TMS Search Engine Friendly URLs by vBSEO 3.2.0
Copyright DefensiveCarry.com © 2004-2008