Thoughts on red dot sights
05-31-2006, 10:39 AM
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Thoughts on red dot sights
I'm thinking about turning my Marlin 1894 into a brush gun/improvised tactical rifle. I'm thinking an XS scout mount topped with some kind ofred dot would be kind of cool, not to mention quick.
Like everything out there, the prices range from like $20 to several hundred. What are some decent, moderately priced brands to consider?
Like everything out there, the prices range from like $20 to several hundred. What are some decent, moderately priced brands to consider?
05-31-2006, 03:06 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Blissfield MI USA
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RE: Thoughts on red dot sights
Get some fiber otpic sights. They will be cheaper, lighter and possibly more rugged. Plus the batteries will not go dead when you need them
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Don't get me wrong, I like red dots and have played with them. I just think they are sort of like laser sights. They work great for what they were made for, shooting people in the dark.
They work pretty well if you have bad eyes as well.
Paul
.Don't get me wrong, I like red dots and have played with them. I just think they are sort of like laser sights. They work great for what they were made for, shooting people in the dark.
They work pretty well if you have bad eyes as well.
Paul
06-03-2006, 04:27 AM
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Nontypical Buck
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RE: Thoughts on red dot sights
I've only used military style red dot sights, the ACOG, on an M16 and a rocket launcher.
I think they'd be excellent for hunting, as long as your shots aren't too long range.
I think they'd be excellent for hunting, as long as your shots aren't too long range.
06-06-2006, 09:06 AM
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Typical Buck
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RE: Thoughts on red dot sights
I have a TAsco Reddot on a 1895M .450 Marlin with a Scout Mount. It is quick pointing and deadly though it is a short range application. My longest shot on a deer has been 117 yds. The version of the Reddot I have has the adjustable dotand brightness. It is a great solution for it's purpose.
06-09-2006, 07:29 PM
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RE: Thoughts on red dot sights
I had a old sidelock muzzleloader that I put a red dot on because of clearance issues with a regular scope. i had a cheep BSA model that i just slapped on to see how it would do and suprisingly i never took it off. I love the thing for getting on target quickly...very unconventional for a muzzle loader but I love it.
