Jump to content

thinking about buying a 512 eotech

my82cam

By my82cam
in Long Guns

Recommended Posts

my82cam Prolific Contributor

my82cam

Posted
Posted

guys, I am thinking about buying a 512 eotech for an ar15 build I am doing. other than a cheap red dot or a decent bushnell I had, I have no experience with them. before I spend the money on one(midway has them for 415 with free shipping) are they worth it? I have read a lot of good reviews, but wanted to ask my fellow members on TGO before I spent money. thanks guys.

  • Replies 44
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Popular Posts

Caster
Caster

I am red/green color blind and cannot use an Aimpoint or most any other red dot device. It takes me several seconds to find the dot and I have to intentionally focus on it to keep from losing it. TH

RobertNashville
RobertNashville

I had a 512 on my SCAR but finally decided to switch to a Trijicon Reflex; I find the Trijicon easier to use and no batteries, switches, etc to worry about...you just mount the rifle to your shoulder

kwe45919 Prolific Contributor

kwe45919

Posted
Posted

You'll get mixed opinions on this. Personally, I see nothing wrong with the Eotech brand. I've had 2. They just "feel" weird to me. I went the Aimpoint route and enjoy the reddot tube better. Aimpoint Pro's can be had for $400 off of Amazon and other places.

Either way you win because they both are fantastic products. It'll just be your choice on which to get. I'm sure you've searched the net and read about the actual differences between the two, lord knows there's tons of threads on here about them both. It's going to end up being your personal choice......

Jamie Jackson Prolific Contributor

Jamie Jackson

Posted
Posted

I have one and I've run it hard for a number of years now. Obviously, I like it.

Here's a link to a thread I posted regarding their customer service.

I plan to purchase an Aimpoint Micro T-1 for one of my AK's ...eventually...but I gotta save for that sucker! :pleased:

Chadastrophic Established Contributor

Chadastrophic

Posted
Posted

I saw a 512 on slickguns.com for $328 shipped. I just picked up a 517 and shot it yesterday for the first time. I really liked it.

Sent from my ADR6425LVW using Tapatalk 2

my82cam Prolific Contributor

my82cam

Posted
  • Author
Posted

I am not sure the different models, what is the difference between the 512 or 517? is there an upgraded one I should get over the 512?

Guest nysos

Guest nysos

Posted
Posted

I am not sure the different models, what is the difference between the 512 or 517? is there an upgraded one I should get over the 512?

AA model vs AAA, and also has buttons moved to the side for if you have a magnifier attached.

I also prefer the aimpoints. I personally just like 1 clean low MOA dot and nothing more. I also think most of the eotech's are overly bulky. The best deal for an aimpoint if you are looking at that model eotech, as mentioned, is the aimpoint PRO.

atlas3025 Established Contributor

atlas3025

Posted
Posted

I have an Comp M2 and an EoTech 512. I like both, but prefer the 512. If I had it to do over again, though, I would get the model with the transverse mounted battery compartment, and side mounted buttons. I have had no trouble with mine, but I hear that the sideways battery prevents a problem that COULD occur due to recoil. The batteries, when mounted parallel to the barrel, as they are in the 512, can bounce away from the contacts under heavy recoil causing the sight to turn off. I have never had this happen, but I have heard of it when they are used on 308's. Also, the rear mounted switches suck when combined with a magnifier.

my82cam Prolific Contributor

my82cam

Posted
  • Author
Posted

slickguns.com is sold out of them, guess at that price they are not going to last long. Not sure about buying them on ebay due to so many fakes being out there

mikegideon Postus Maximus

mikegideon

Posted
Posted

I have an Comp M2 and an EoTech 512. I like both, but prefer the 512. If I had it to do over again, though, I would get the model with the transverse mounted battery compartment, and side mounted buttons. I have had no trouble with mine, but I hear that the sideways battery prevents a problem that COULD occur due to recoil. The batteries, when mounted parallel to the barrel, as they are in the 512, can bounce away from the contacts under heavy recoil causing the sight to turn off. I have never had this happen, but I have heard of it when they are used on 308's. Also, the rear mounted switches suck when combined with a magnifier.

I have a Comp ML2 and two 512's. I prefer the Eotech as well. Side buttons would be nice, I guess. Since I don't use magnifiers, the buttons on the 512 work OK for me. I like stuff that runs on AA batteries.

Chadastrophic Established Contributor

Chadastrophic

Posted
Posted

Biggest reason i went 517 is because of the rise. I wanted the dot above my front fixed post sight. A magnifier is likely so the side buttons will be nice.

Sent from my ADR6425LVW using Tapatalk 2

mikegideon Postus Maximus

mikegideon

Posted
Posted

I have flip-up front sights on both of my 512 rifles. I tried lower 1/3 with a riser on one of them, and wound up replacing the front sight. I prefer the Aimpoint and a lower 1/3 mount with an A2 front sight. It doesn't bother some folks to use a 512 with an A2 sight.

Smith Postus Maximus

Smith

Posted
Posted

Don't buy anything Aimpoint or Eotech off of Ebay. Notorious for selling knockoffs that look real (markings and all) that aren't even airsoft quality internally. Also, If the price looks too good to be true, general rule is they are fakes.

The Eotech's are awesome. It's like playing a video game in real life. :)

mikegideon Postus Maximus

mikegideon

Posted
Posted

Don't buy anything Aimpoint or Eotech off of Ebay. Notorious for selling knockoffs that look real (markings and all) that aren't even airsoft quality internally. Also, If the price looks too good to be true, general rule is they are fakes.

The Eotech's are awesome. It's like playing a video game in real life. :)

Yep. Eotech is like Magpul. You don't see big price breaks. See this...

http://www.eotech-inc.com/counterfeit_notice.php

atlas3025 Established Contributor

atlas3025

Posted
Posted

In regards to NV capability, I have been told that the 512 is NV compatible, you just turn it to the lowest setting. It just doesn't have a single button that takes it to that setting. I have NOT been able to confirm this, because I am too po to have NV. I am sure someone here can confirm or correct me.

scoutfsu Established Contributor

scoutfsu

Posted
Posted

Anything is NV compatible. The point of NV compatible sights is that it is at such a low setting that it either isn't visible/faintly visible to the eye or there isn't massive bloom.

Guest nysos

Guest nysos

Posted
Posted

They're both AA

I must have clicked on wrong model on their site, I know for 100% fact the details showed AAA on one that I looked at - but aparently I didn't double check that I was looking at the right optic!

scoutfsu Established Contributor

scoutfsu

Posted
Posted

I must have clicked on wrong model on their site, I know for 100% fact the details showed AAA on one that I looked at - but aparently I didn't double check that I was looking at the right optic!

You were probably looking at counterfeit Eotech's then. They use N cell (511/551), AA (512/552) and CR123's (516/553, (E)XPS, etc).

No EOTech uses a AAA.

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
Go to topic listing

TGO HELPFUL LINKS

Outside of TGO...

TRADING POST NOTICE

Before engaging in any transaction of goods or services on TGO, all parties involved must know and follow the local, state and Federal laws regarding those transactions.

TGO makes no claims, guarantees or assurances regarding any such transactions.

THE FINE PRINT

Tennessee Gun Owners (TNGunOwners.com) is the premier Community and Discussion Forum for gun owners, firearm enthusiasts, sportsmen and Second Amendment proponents in the state of Tennessee and surrounding region.

TNGunOwners.com (TGO) is a presentation of Enthusiast Productions. The TGO state flag logo and the TGO tri-hole "icon" logo are trademarks of Tennessee Gun Owners. The TGO logos and all content presented on this site may not be reproduced in any form without express written permission. The opinions expressed on TGO are those of their authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the site's owners or staff.

TNGunOwners.com (TGO) is not a lobbying organization and has no affiliation with any lobbying organizations.  Beware of scammers using the Tennessee Gun Owners name, purporting to be Pro-2A lobbying organizations!

×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

By using this site, you agree to the following.
Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Guidelines
 
We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.