What optics on your defense rifle? - Page 3

rstickle · August 2nd, 2009, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by aus71383

I have an Aimpoint Comp M4 on my defensive rifle. I like it - I'm keeping it.

Austin

+1, except I have the M4s model on a SIG 556. Both models use AA batteries that last darn near forever! And of course the dot is easy and fast to pickup.

Rexster · August 2nd, 2009, 12:57 PM

I used to believe in irons only, and had the excellent vision to make that work. Then, I had to buy a longer AR15, 20" barrel, to be able to focus on the front sight. Now, that farther-away front sight is growing fuzz on it, too. It is **** to get old. I have experimented with a Trijicon Reflex, but never left it permanently installed on a defensive weapon. The Aimpoint Micros have my attention. It does seem that an optic that superimposes a dot on the target allows for faster acquisition, at least with inherently clumsy (to me) weapon systems such as the AR15.

Blackeagle · August 6th, 2009, 06:07 PM

I like Aimpoints on defensive rifles, mainly due to their ridiculously long battery life. The fact that you can leave it on and replace the batteries once a year does a lot to mitigate the disadvantages of an optical sight.

oldfiredog · August 7th, 2009, 12:29 AM

Thanks for all the replies. There seems to be alot good points for both Aimpoint and EOTech. Both appear to be well made and reliable. So far EOTech looks like the best choice for me, unless I find a real bargain on an Aimpoint. Looks like I can't go wrong either way.

packinnova · August 7th, 2009, 02:51 AM

I'm looking at dropping an eotech on my 16"er when I can convince myself to drop that much cash on a sight... Right now I just have a rear flip up iron. Am hoping to pick up a used one on the cheap...ala craigslist special

August 7th, 2009, 12:29 AM	#24
oldfiredog New Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 5	Thanks Thanks for all the replies. There seems to be alot good points for both Aimpoint and EOTech. Both appear to be well made and reliable. So far EOTech looks like the best choice for me, unless I find a real bargain on an Aimpoint. Looks like I can't go wrong either way.

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August 2nd, 2009, 12:57 PM	#22
Rexster Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: SE Texas Posts: 895	I used to believe in irons only, and had the excellent vision to make that work. Then, I had to buy a longer AR15, 20" barrel, to be able to focus on the front sight. Now, that farther-away front sight is growing fuzz on it, too. It is **** to get old. I have experimented with a Trijicon Reflex, but never left it permanently installed on a defensive weapon. The Aimpoint Micros have my attention. It does seem that an optic that superimposes a dot on the target allows for faster acquisition, at least with inherently clumsy (to me) weapon systems such as the AR15.

August 6th, 2009, 06:07 PM	#23
Blackeagle Distinguished Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Columbia, SC Posts: 1,997	I like Aimpoints on defensive rifles, mainly due to their ridiculously long battery life. The fact that you can leave it on and replace the batteries once a year does a lot to mitigate the disadvantages of an optical sight.