Opinions on Optics

[Bigtrav6442]

I love Red Dots on my AR's but as I've gotten older I find it harder and harder to shoot at over 50 yards with one.  I'm thinking of either a LPVO or a Red Dot with a 5X magnifier.  Let's use for example, a 11.5 AR...would you go EOTech EXPS3 with a G45 magnifier orrrrrr a Vortex Razr 1X6X24??? 

[Thearmededucator]

I prefer a variable power optic over a magnifier, as it doesn’t obscure the target by magnifying the dot

[Nikiski Dave]

8 hours ago, Thearmededucator said:

I prefer a variable power optic over a magnifier, as it doesn’t obscure the target by magnifying the dot

I feel the same way. I do like red dot to 50-75 yards but after that a 1-4 or 1-6 works well. Looking at a 1-10 Arrowhead right now.

[krunchnik]

A LPVO is the best in my opinion only because it's what works in my case-

I have a 1x8 on my .308 Ruger SFAR and very much like the variable from nothing to 8 power-

The field of view at 1 power is very wide which is nice if the rifle is getting used for defensive purposes-

[btq96r]

17 hours ago, Thearmededucator said:

I prefer a variable power optic over a magnifier, as it doesn’t obscure the target by magnifying the dot

The first time I saw an EO Tech with a magnifier, it felt like a mess.

[deerslayer]

I have both.  The dots are far better if you're in a hurry under 100 yards, although hitting a 2/3 IPSC steel target at 200-300 isn't a big deal.  The LPVO is better if you want more precision or are shooting farther out.  My favorite current setup is a Holosun 510C with their 3x magnifier.  No, it's not the Gucci EoTech, but the sight picture is clean and it's reliable as a rock.  

[TGO David]

19 hours ago, Bigtrav6442 said:

would you go EOTech EXPS3 with a G45 magnifier orrrrrr a Vortex Razr 1X6X24??? 

Magnifiers behind dots are OK but not ideal.  I run a Vortex Razr 1x6x24 with a Holosun 508T on an offset mount on one of my rifles.  I like that setup better.  The LPVO is great for longer, precision shots, and I can cant the rifle slightly and peep through the 508T for faster shooting up close.

 

[Bigtrav6442]

Is the Razr as bad AZZ as the reviews I've read about it?  I've read the glass is absolutely incredible.

[Bigtrav6442]

3 hours ago, deerslayer said:

I have both.  The dots are far better if you're in a hurry under 100 yards, although hitting a 2/3 IPSC steel target at 200-300 isn't a big deal.  The LPVO is better if you want more precision or are shooting farther out.  My favorite current setup is a Holosun 510C with their 3x magnifier.  No, it's not the Gucci EoTech, but the sight picture is clean and it's reliable as a rock.  

I actually like the Holosun better but wanted a stronger magnifier than the 3X and my OCD wouldn't allow to mismatch with EOTech lol.

[TGO David]

22 minutes ago, Bigtrav6442 said:

Is the Razr as bad AZZ as the reviews I've read about it?  I've read the glass is absolutely incredible.

The only thing I've personally seen that I like better is glass from Nightforce.  But I would have had a hard time spending twice as much to get it.

[22lr]

Had a Vortex Razor gen 2e 1-6. It was a very nice optic, but I found it was too heavy for me liking. Ended up going with a 2x prism instead and am happy with it. Lots of nice prisms out there that are worth a look if you have not considered them. 

[Alleycat72]

I've done so much with a scope between 2x and 6x it's ridiculous. I shot F-Class with a 55x and shot tactical stuff with a 25x. Both Nightforce. I would take a 3x15 over just about anything now. Inside a house or building, I use an aimpoint. 

[Wheelgunner]

 

23 hours ago, Bigtrav6442 said:

...would you go EOTech EXPS3 with a G45 magnifier orrrrrr a Vortex Razr 1X6X24??? 

I don't have experience with either, but I like using a 3x prism scope on an AR.  For me it strikes the right balance between quick acquisition and helping see the 75-150 yard targets more clearly.

Edited 8 hours ago by Wheelgunner

[deerslayer]

2 hours ago, Bigtrav6442 said:

I actually like the Holosun better but wanted a stronger magnifier than the 3X and my OCD wouldn't allow to mismatch with EOTech lol.

I’m almost positive that Holosun makes a 6x magnifier.  I’ve read and a couple friends have told me 5x and 6x magnifiers usually have smaller eye relief ranges and more finicky eye boxes.  No personal experience, though. 

Edited 7 hours ago by deerslayer