Let the arguing begin

[NL7CO]

I run the EOTech 516 on one carbine and just bought the EXPS 3-1 for the other. Both have the circle and the single dot. I also have the G23 magnifier with the quick throw release that can be carried and added as needed.

I decided on the EOTech after talking to some of the guys in 2-75 about why their Batt went with that set up (EXPS 3-1 + G23) and the torture tests that they came up with for selecting sights. The Aimpoint was pretty close, but the EOTech won.

I'm set up less for competition than I am for other tasks, but I'm hoping to be back in OK for the Oct 3-gun match and will use my normal setup. I guess thats one of the reasons I get timed with a sundial.

 

[Matt1911]

Ok question for you Eotech guys, is there anything wrong with one of the older AA models? I know the 123 battereis are better but would I get hurt going with an AA model? I think I'm just going to go with a circle dot and call it good. I don't really care the cost or if it's the newest tacticool item I'm just looking for things that WORK! I know that this 3 gun stuff can get expenssive but I don't need to start a second mortgage I just want good stuff that works. Give me your thoughts guys. Later,

Kirk

It might weigh a little more since it's a longer sight due to the space needed for batteries and battery life may be shorter, but I don't really know from personal experience, someone with experience with the AA models will hopefully chime in.
I do know that in the past 2 years that I've been using my model 516 with 123 batteries, I haven't had to change out a single one yet. But now that I've mentioned it, I'll have to change the batteries tomorrow I'm sure.

 

[aestus]

How many aimpoints vs eotechs do you typically see out in the matches. Seems like most run eotechs. I personally prefer the eotech reticle. I have an aimpoint pro on one of my AR's right now and am getting used to it, but there's something magical about the 65 moa circle around the 1moa dot...

 

[Matt1911]

I'm with you on the 65 moa circle. I've found that for me it's real quick to put that circle around the target for a quick shot and if I need to be more precise then I'll move to the dot.

I have a Primary Arms M3 clone on my other rifle and it's pretty quick, but I'm just a little quicker with the Eotech.

 

[FTK87]

I havnt got a chance to shoot any quality red dot sights, but for me I perfer my Irons, I shoot the action rifle match at USSA and the irons are always plenty for that, until they make us shoot left handed, then Im in trouble. I would like to try an EOtech, but they are just so pricey.