Self defense calibers

**peence** · 11-25-2009, 08:15 AM

There are literally hundreds of different sights. I have settled on a reflex type sight for my AR-15 for self defense. Any suggestions on what would be the best reflex sight, i.e EOtech, Trijicon, Aimpoint etc? Model numbers?

**Syme** · 11-25-2009, 10:34 AM

EOTechs and basic Aimpoints are pretty comparable in terms of overall quality and price; about $350-450 for an EOTech 512 or an Aimpoint Comp-M2. Trijicon Reflexes are also around $400 or a bit less. You might be able to shop around and get a used one for somewhat cheaper. I prefer Aimpoints but they basically do the same thing. Going to a fancier Aimpoint (M3/M4) will push the price up into the $500/$700+ range but get you more features, obviously.

Trijicon ACOGs are usually $900 or more, probably not worth it unless you have a lot of spare cash you're trying to get rid of (I'd rather spend $350 on an Aimpoint and the remaining $600 on another gun). They are very nice, though.

**sithmaster** · 11-25-2009, 11:19 AM

Originally Posted by Syme

Trijicon ACOGs are usually $900 or more, probably not worth it unless you have a lot of spare cash you're trying to get rid of (I'd rather spend $350 on an Aimpoint and the remaining $600 on another gun). They are very nice, though.

However, I wouldn't recommend using them for a reflex sight unless you plan on using the J-point that attaches to the top. They have a 4X zoom which narrows your field of view significantly, which is not a good thing in close quarters.

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Sorry 'bout the double post.