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minnesota oldie
There is a huge difference in the prices of red dot sights. $40 for the inexpensive ones. $300 for the holographics and upwards. What are the differences? Someone explained the concept of parallax to me today. How much does parallax really affect point of aim. It still has to be better than iron sights, right?
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  • minnesota oldie
    I was looking for some information in regards to what brand of red dot sight to use. I was looking at using it on a .44 magnum single action revolver for deer hunting. The problems I am concerned about would be dependability & durability as well as parallax variations. The other thing I have run into is the true "Dot" size as stated by the manufacturer. The one I have now is listed as a 4" dot (Redfield ESD) but appears to be closer to a 7" or 8" when viewed at 100yds. I would prefer something in a true 2" to 4". I have an old tasco propoint pd2 which states its a 5" and that appears to be correct (It may actually be smaller) when viewed at 100yds. Does anyone know how the tascos hold up under heavy recoil.The other ones which interest me would be the Nikon VSD,perhaps the newest Burris the old Leupold/Gilmores and maybe the Truglows. Also does anyone know for sure if the Aimpoints because of the way their designed truely are parallax free. Any information or suggestions especially ones based off actual use would be appreciated. Thank You[?]
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  • bobski
    get one where the size of the dot can be made real small and you can turn down the brightness. those red dots take gettin use to....follow the bouncing red ball!
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  • Warbirds
    I have an ATN Ultra Sight on my .22 target pistol. it has four different recticles and 11 different brightness settings. It's easy to mount, it's easy zero, and it's pretty easy to put that little red dot in the same spot over and over again. The downfall to it is if it's really bright outside, it does get a little tricky to see if you're not wearing sunglasses. The sunglasses make the red dot appear brighter in front of your face. I keep about three extra batteries for it, (little watch batteries) and I use a tiny bit of locktight to keep the battery case snug, otherwise the recoil eventually jars it loose, and every time you pull the trigger the dot looses power. I still prefer the iron sights (they never loose power) but it's definetly not a bad gun widget, for a little target pistol. Hope my version of the pros and cons help you some.

    R/

    Dave

    How different the world would be if we could consult the veteran instead of the politician. - Henry Miller
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  • keywest
    I have a BSA reddot with an adjustable reostat on my Remington nylon66 and I love it.It almost seems impossible to miss with this sight,I highly recomend this sight and for around $30.00 how can you go wrong!My .2 cents.


    ITS BETTER TO BE JUDGED BY 12,THAN CARRIED BY 6!
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  • minnesota oldie
    Thanks for the info.
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  • MFI
    We have mounted a ton of Millet Red Dots in .30mm and they are a great sight for the price. You can vary the brightness and they are high quality. Highly recommended !!
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  • minnesota oldie
    Thanks MFI, thats good to hear.
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  • William81
    I currently have three Tasco PPII's. They are currently mounted on
    a Colt Anaconda, Rem 870 and Marlin Camp 9. I really like them and all have held up well. As my eyes age, I find the dot sight easier to line up on the target and faster follow up shots when needed.



    Guns only have two enemies: Rust and Liberals....
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  • burnsmw
    I too have a BSA on a 22 pistol. I got it for under $30.00 and it is great. for those of us with less than perfect vision. Only problem is getting a good zero with the height above the bore center and different distances.
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  • gsok44
    quote:Originally posted by minnesota oldie
    I'm getting a little older (who isn't) and my eyes just don't work like they used to. I'm considering getting a Millet red dot sight for one of my .22 target pistols. Any one have any experience with this or other red dots I would like to hear about them. Thanks.


    Yes, I have a Millet Red Dot (Sliver I don't recall the model number but it costs about $125.00) mounted on my S&W 44 Mag. I have 10 or so brightness settings but you really need six of them, otherwise the dot gets to big and doesn't remain like a true dot, picture a dot with blurred lines around it. All in all, The Millet is fine in my book. Easy to zero in and looks great on the gun.

    Glenn Sokaloski
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  • gunnut505
    I use Tasco PDPII w/1" tube on my KMKGC678 for silhouette. That's an easy pick.
    The dot is adjustable for brightness, covers a dime at 75yds, easy to align (I use the 2-hand, one on the grip, 'tother on the barrel), fast target acquisition/realignment, and cost only $40; rings came with the gun.
    The BSA/Simmons models have a small fault in that recoil or shock of a lighter kind may cause the dot to go away intermittently.
    The Leupold/Gilmore style is too robotic-looking for me., though I'm sure that for what they're asking; it's probably worth it.

    If you know it all; you must have been listening.WEAR EAR PROTECTION!
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