What makes EOTech so good?

Parallax & Magnification

Even with this magnification, the EOTech offers better accuracy at close and medium ranges than iron sights or similar products, unless you add on a magnifier. It's red dot reticle is also parallax-free, offering a clear, focused sight picture at all times and has night vision capability.

Do Navy Seals use EOTech or Aimpoint?

Navy Seals have been known to use the Aimpoint Comp M2 and the M4 EOTech 553 Holographic sight. In particular, Aimpoint has a very long track record of working with militaries across the world and has some of the most delicate optic machinery in the world – it's no wonder the Navy Seals prefer Aimpoint.

Is EOTech better than red dot?

EOTech's center dot is 1 MOA while the smallest red dots only get to 2 MOA. That means at 100-yards the dot will cover 1-inch compared to 2-inches…and at 200-yards it will cover 2-inches compared to 4-inches.

Does the military use EOTech?

The EOTECH 553 is in U.S. military service under the designation SU-231/PEQ and M553 in the commercial market. More recently, the U.S. Military is also purchasing and issuing the newer EOTECH EXPS3 model, designated the SU-231A/PEQ.

Is Aimpoint better than EOTech?

Although Aimpoint has the superior battery life, EOTech is powered by more commonly available AA batteries and CR123A's. Though most EOTechs have auto turn-off feature they do not have the shake awake feature but neither does Aimpoint. Both brands have great options for night vision compatibility as well.

Red Dots vs EOTech Holographic Sights: What’s Best For You?

Which is better EOTech or trijicon?

EOTech wins for clearest glass. Aimpoint wins for simplest red dot. EOTech wins for smallest dot which is better for long range shooting. Aimpoint wins again on battery life (worth mentioning twice.

Is Holosun better than EOTech?

In the Size Comparison, the Holosun 510c is smaller in every dimension than the Eotech 512, and it's also more lightweight. So it came away as the clear winner in this category… In the Battery Life And Brightness Settings category, both sights have powerful daylight brightness settings which is good…

Do police use EOTech?

EOTECH proudly supports our country's law enforcement, fire and rescue, and military individuals who are critical to our safety. Back the blue to show appreciation for our frontline heroes.

What distance should I zero my EOTech?

You may use a seated or prone position, but the rifle needs to be stably supported. Set up a paper target exactly 25 yards down range of your shooting platform. Zeroing the EOTech at 25 yards will give you an accurate aim point out to 300 yards. Ensure the sight is set to mechanical zero.

What EOTech does SOCOM use?

USSOCOM units have used advanced holography weapon sights since 2001, according to EOTech. EOTech currently manufactures several different versions of its now famous Holographic Weapon Sight, or HWS. The EOTech 512 is one its most popular variants.

How durable is an EOTech?

The Eotech XPS3 is also a very durable sight. A few years ago, Eotech was taking a lot of heat because some of their optics were having problems, especially in extremely cold weather. Those problems have been completely fixed, and the Eotechs that are being produced now and very tough optics.

Is EOTech the only holographic sight?

However, when it comes to holographic sights, your options are severely limited. That's because only two companies make holographic sights: EOTech and Vortex.

Is EOTech a good optic?

EOTech 512.

A65 Tactical Holographic Weapon Sight is a great starting point for anyone new to the EOTech world. It is not night vision capable, but is reliable, durable, and provides incredibly fast target acquisition. The body is made of rugged aluminum, and the adjustment features are standard and easy to use.

What optics does the Russian military use?

1P78 is one of the newer optics (telescopic sight) to be supplied to the Russian Armed Forces. With a magnification of 2.8 it is similar to the Trijicon Acog, and the PO 3.5x21P. This is the very reason why it is replacing the standard issue PSO-1 currently being used in large numbers by the Russian military.

What red dot does Delta Force use?

The world of competition shooting, elite police forces, and everyday joes are full of red dot-equipped handguns. I have good news for you: and it doesn't seem like the military protests the idea too much. CAG aka Delta Force loves their handgun red dots. The best evidence I can offer is the new SIG M18 and M17 pistols.

What scope do Navy SEAL snipers use?

The Mark 13 Mod 7 rifle, originally used by Navy SEALs, is a Remington 700 long action in a lightweight, skeletonized chassis. The Mark 13 uses the Nightforce ATACR rifle scope with Horus Tremor3 reticle.

What does the NV button do on an EOTECH?

When the button labeled NV is pushed, a Genuine EOTECH sight goes into the night vision mode and the intensity of the reticle is reduced substantially to a point that it is not visible by the naked eye. Pressing the NV button again toggles the sight between the normal and night vision modes.

Do you need iron sights with EOTECH?

You must do this process utilizing the front and rear iron sights, it will not work without a rear sight. With your EOTECH turned on, look through the rear peep sight with the front post in view. After obtaining a sight picture, adjust the EOTECH so the 1 MOA dot sits directly on top of the front post.

When did EOTech get sued?

In spring 2008, EOTech presented the problem to the U.S. military and said it had a solution, according to the lawsuit.

Is EOTech made in China?

It's EOTech, but it's made in China. A decision the company evidently made to deliver a cost conscious 3x magnifier to market, as part of their product revamp. While the next gen G43 and the G45 are the big news items, the EOTech G30 has been lower key.

Is Holosun better than vortex?

Both Vortex and Holosun red dot sights are excellent in terms of quality. However, Vortex optics tend to be slightly higher quality overall. This is reflected in their prices and the fact that Vortex offers a lifetime warranty on all of their products.

Is the 510C holographic?

The reticle is also more clear on the 510c because it's a reflex sight rather than a holographic sight… And even though some people prefer the grainy reticle on a holographic sight, I personally prefer the crisp and clean reticle from a reflex sight.