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I've had a Trijicon ACOG on my 6.8, so I'm up to speed on them, I'm just not looking to spend Trijicon money at this time....
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Ok, I'll throw one (or two) more ideas into the mix, just to confuse you more....lol. I know your OP stated you're looking at a RD optic, but you also mentioned that you wanted some magnification as well. So, if you don't want to go the RD + Magnifier route, you'd be looking at some type of scope with IR (illuminated reticle). I see the Millett DMS series was mentioned. A pretty decent optic for the money. I happened to get a smokin' deal on DMS 1-6x24 (BK8624). Without getting into a whole review, I'll just say that all around it works very well. It also comes in a 1-4x24.
Another real nice 1-4/1-6x24 optic for $200-$250 (depending on if it's 1-4x24 or 1-6x24), is the (believe it or not) TruGlo Omnia series (either the 1-4 or 1-6). Again, a real decent scope for the money, AND it comes with a one-piece mount, throw lever, and flip-up lens covers! I used one last week and was presently surprised and impressed with the over-all functionality and quality. In fact, I have one coming. Should be here by this Friday.
I think it would behoove you to do a little research on these scopes (Google is your friend!). You just might decide to go that route instead of just a RD optic. Good luck!
Another real nice 1-4/1-6x24 optic for $200-$250 (depending on if it's 1-4x24 or 1-6x24), is the (believe it or not) TruGlo Omnia series (either the 1-4 or 1-6). Again, a real decent scope for the money, AND it comes with a one-piece mount, throw lever, and flip-up lens covers! I used one last week and was presently surprised and impressed with the over-all functionality and quality. In fact, I have one coming. Should be here by this Friday.
I think it would behoove you to do a little research on these scopes (Google is your friend!). You just might decide to go that route instead of just a RD optic. Good luck!
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daglockman
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Another thing to consider when running a dot/magnifier combo. When you throw the 3X magnifier over your 4 MOA dot, your 4 MOA dot now becomes a 12 MOA dot at 100 yards through your magnifier. Doesn't make things impossible, it just takes a bit of getting used to. At least it does for me.
Marshal Tom
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I work at a high end resort in Colorado where we put hundreds of folks through our various shoots each year. We use mostly AR's in the shooting program and have everything from red dots to high magnification scopes on the rifles that we use for the program. I really like the 4 or 6 power lit reticle scopes or the fixed power red or green lit Burris. We use both the 3 and the 5 power in the program and all the guests love those Burris's. I have one on my .223AR. I have shot our plates out to 500yds with that 3 power fixed reticle. It is the 332. The other reticle that we love is the Burris RT-6. Check it out as well.
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Ok, I'll throw one (or two) more ideas into the mix, just to confuse you more....lol. I know your OP stated you're looking at a RD optic, but you also mentioned that you wanted some magnification as well. So, if you don't want to go the RD + Magnifier route, you'd be looking at some type of scope with IR (illuminated reticle). I see the Millett DMS series was mentioned. A pretty decent optic for the money. I happened to get a smokin' deal on DMS 1-6x24 (BK8624). Without getting into a whole review, I'll just say that all around it works very well. It also comes in a 1-4x24.
Another real nice 1-4/1-6x24 optic for $200-$250 (depending on if it's 1-4x24 or 1-6x24), is the (believe it or not) TruGlo Omnia series (either the 1-4 or 1-6). Again, a real decent scope for the money, AND it comes with a one-piece mount, throw lever, and flip-up lens covers! I used one last week and was presently surprised and impressed with the over-all functionality and quality. In fact, I have one coming. Should be here by this Friday.
I think it would behoove you to do a little research on these scopes (Google is your friend!). You just might decide to go that route instead of just a RD optic. Good luck!
I'm researching all suggestions, (a real slow process) as so many good quality RD's and scopes are out there.
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Nothing beats EoTech IMO. But.....I admit that I only purchased it cuz I got a huge discount from working in firearm sales.
EoTech can't come close to touching anything from Aim Point or Trijicon. Clumsy to adjust illumination, turn on/off, known to lose zero (recall issue), bulky, so-so battery life. They are a decent optic, but there much better optic choices in that category to be considered.
I've got these on a Ruger Lite, a 15-22, and an AR build/spare. I have some high-dollar glass on other ARs, but for casual use (and the money) the Bushnells are impressive.
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I'll be honest here...I'm not even sure why I'm going to do this...but here goes.
With simple red dots...I don't understand this "buy once, cry once" stance. This isn't 1985, a small, magnified red dot should run $700+. Were not talking optics here, scope with complex and differing quality build and lens construction. Were talking about a small tube that projects a red dot...this isn't top end technology here.
I didn't "buy once, cry once", I bought twice, cried twice...with
"battle proven", "mil spec", "battle ready", "same as military issue" EOTech sights, neither work now, both are out of their **** warranty period, both are less than 10 years old...combined they set me back over $1K.
My cheap primary arms sights haven't failed me once...and they're still running on the same batteries they came with. There are plenty of videos of people freezing, smashing, dropping and generally beating the snot out of them...and they keep working.
I guess if a war ever pops off and my red dot fails...perhaps I'll come on here and eat crow if I live to tell the tale. Until then, I'll get my micro red dots for $100-150 on sale instead of dropping $750 on an Aimpoint micro.
With simple red dots...I don't understand this "buy once, cry once" stance. This isn't 1985, a small, magnified red dot should run $700+. Were not talking optics here, scope with complex and differing quality build and lens construction. Were talking about a small tube that projects a red dot...this isn't top end technology here.
I didn't "buy once, cry once", I bought twice, cried twice...with
"battle proven", "mil spec", "battle ready", "same as military issue" EOTech sights, neither work now, both are out of their **** warranty period, both are less than 10 years old...combined they set me back over $1K.
My cheap primary arms sights haven't failed me once...and they're still running on the same batteries they came with. There are plenty of videos of people freezing, smashing, dropping and generally beating the snot out of them...and they keep working.
I guess if a war ever pops off and my red dot fails...perhaps I'll come on here and eat crow if I live to tell the tale. Until then, I'll get my micro red dots for $100-150 on sale instead of dropping $750 on an Aimpoint micro.
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