Red Dot Scopes
I've been looking for a new red dot scope. I would prefer to buy an older model especially if it was made in Japan. I've personally used some older Tasco Propoints and have been pleased with them overall. The main thing I was wondering concerns the "Dot Size" itself. It seems what the manufacturer list as the correct dot size isn't always the same between different manufacturers. As an example a 4" dot from one company may be larger or smaller than that same size listing from another. It seems to me that the Tascos run smaller in their listed dot size than ones from other companys ,while a Redfield runs larger. Does anyone know how some of the other manufactures scopes compare as far as their dot size goes. It can be frustrating to have a certain dot size in mind for a certain application only to have it be either to small or to large. Does anyone know first hand how the now discontinued "Smith & Wesson" red dot scopes fair both in quality as well as dot size goes. [?]
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How long should a CR2032 battery last in a red dot scope last? 0 -
I like the fact that it is much quicker to get on target with a red dot. Some of the units (Tasco) have fuzzy dots. The tube units can restrict field of view. The more open display units (C-More, Bushnell Holo-Sight) do not do this. If your eyes are getting older (like mine) you will appreciate not having to focus and align front and rear sights and target. Most units I am familiar with are not easily adjustable in target shooting situations (i.e., metallic silhouette). Most run on batteries which can go dead at the worst possible time. I enjoy using them for plinking. That's all I can come up with at this time. 0 -
I have a BSA 42mm red dot scope that I've put on my AR15 and I really like it for informal, offhand shooting. You can pull up and line up the scope real fast, and follow up shots are much quicker. I payed $35 for it used and I think it was a pretty good deal. I think new will run you about $60.
I also have the bushnell holo-site. This thing is nice! I've put it on a remington 870 and took a nice 6-point buck with it. Again, very good for pulling up and shooting quick, no need to really focus. The only downside is the b-square mount on an 870, but I guess that's not really to do with the scope.
Oh yeah, and I've also mounted the holosite on an AR15 but wasn't too satisfied with it. I felt like it was positioned too high, more so than the BSA.
I've also shot my friends AR15 flat top with the second generation holo-site. Rather than an outer circle with a red dot this one had just a single red dot. Definately more precision with that dot than the BSA scope, but obvisouly they're light years different when you look at the price. I thought it was good for target shooting but not for hunting given the fact that the dot was so small.
Well, guess that is my $.02
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I've got a couple of the BSA's, had them mounted on a HK-94 and USC, an AK with a UltiMAK mount, an AR shortie, Steyr AUG and SPP ... as stated they are great for fast target acquisition and plinking.
I don't generally really knock them around much or anything and I've never taken one into a combat (ie I don't do paint-ball) situation so I can't speak as to how durable they are, can anyone out there vouch for them in that respect?
I also have a couple of the Russian surplus "Kobra" holo-sights and although they sit a little higher (like the C-more only 1/2 the price) I like them better, they are more versatile but also run $120-$140 depending on which generation and mount option
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I've tried the cheaper versions on plinkers (sks and unmentionables). They are really fun and easy to use. I have not tried them for serious shooting yet, but have shot an INS officers M4 that had an expensive red dot - very accurate and nice target acquisition......
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We've tried different types of red dots on the sighting system for my visually impaired son's rifles. The cheap units tend to halo or fuzz in low light. Last year we obtained an Aimpoint 7000 and there is no comparison. The dot can be adjusted down to the point that I can see right through it even in dawn/dusk situations. This provides much greater precision for shots at these times. The led illumination makes battery life a nonissue.
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I've used the Propoint for about ten years. One on a 12 gauge 3" slug gun and the other on a Buckmark .22 pistol. I use both for hunting and have never had any trouble with them not taking the punishment.(and there is a lot of recoil with the 12 gauge). I leave both eyes open. The brightness can be adjusted to work in all lighting, from feeble moonlight to bright sunlight. Aquire a target very fast because you don't have to line up front and rear sights, plus there is no eye relief to have to get right. Just remember to keep a fresh battery on hand and to turn off the sight when you are done for the day. 0 -
I have them on my 22 target pistols. I like them well enough given my middle-aged eyesight, but I am not convinced that they are any better than a decent scope even if they are quicker. I don't care for the added weight.
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