Which dot size

[Mike41]

Which dot size is best for Steel challenge, Ruger challenge type events, 3 MOA, or 8 MOA?

Can the smaller size be aquired quick enough?

Is the larger size too big and covers up the target at the longer distances? (Not sure how long the targets are at Ruger events and what is the longest shot in steel challenge?)

Thanks,

Mike

[gng4life]

I like an 8 or 12 for SC and a 6 for IPSC. The farthest distance in SC is 35 yards but you get the big plates at that distance so it's not a problem. I am not sure about the RRC matches since I haven't been to one yet.

[Guest]

For steel the bigger dot is better since all you have to do is to hit the steel. I was using a 12moa for my steel gun and thought that was a good size dot for steel challenge type courses. In USPSA there are tight shots and I like the smaller 6moa dot.

[DialTone301]

For Steel Challenge we are using the 8 for both the pistol and rifle.

[rooster mcbee]

I run a 12 moa dot for Steel Challenge and a 6 moa dot for IPSC matches. For me, the big dot is faster to pick up on those close steel targets, but I like the precision of the smaller dot for "delicate" work. RACE ON! Doug

[Bansheex]

I run a 8 moa on my centerfire, and a 6 moa on my rimfire for steel.

[Onepocket]

I just point shoot.

[wksinatl]

My son and I run 8moa c-mores on all of our SC guns. I thought the 4moa dot on my FastFires and Aimpoints were a little small. It would be nice if you could see a couple different sizes compared before you buy.

Keith

[Dwight Stearns]

If you go with a dot that is too large, it's harder to call your hits (or misses) when you are near the edge of the plate. For that reason I don't like anything larger than an 8 minute dot and personally prefer a 6.

Dwight

[40S&W]

I use older 7MOA Aimpoint Tubes. Open centerfire 9mm & 38SC CompC Sm, .22 cal Comp XD.

[Flatland Shooter]

Using a C-More, I bought a new module and switched out a 6 for an 8. With these two modules, the dot is the same size. Another older module that is a 6 looks like it should be a 4. Luck of the draw?

Bill

[gng4life]

Using a C-More, I bought a new module and switched out a 6 for an 8. With these two modules, the dot is the same size. Another older module that is a 6 looks like it should be a 4. Luck of the draw?

Bill

Are you sure about the sizes? Did you check the color of the dot on the bottom of the module (if it's a more recent module)?

[Hammar]

Using a C-More, I bought a new module and switched out a 6 for an 8. With these two modules, the dot is the same size. Another older module that is a 6 looks like it should be a 4. Luck of the draw?

Bill

I have seen this happen. Had a 6 that looked like a 4 and a 6 that looked like one if my 8's. Not sure if its just a brightness issue, which I know for a fact can vary from module to module, or an actual size difference but it sure seems like size. Wondered if they had mis marked them?

[Flatland Shooter]

Using a C-More, I bought a new module and switched out a 6 for an 8. With these two modules, the dot is the same size. Another older module that is a 6 looks like it should be a 4. Luck of the draw?

Bill

Are you sure about the sizes? Did you check the color of the dot on the bottom of the module (if it's a more recent module)?

The older 6 came new with a C-more and the box indicated it was a 6. It does not have the color code.

The newer modules were marked as a 6 and an 8. I moved them between different C-more bases to see if that affected anything. It didn't.

[Dwight Stearns]

I have noticed this too. My latest "6" appears smaller than my other "6's". I would guess it is probably a 4. I don't know how they keep them straight. If you look at the hole made for the light to come through in the module, it's hard to see any different between a 4 and a 12.

[gng4life]

I had a few 8s and when I switched over to most of them being 6s, I could really tell the difference. The reason I switched is because I saw a friend's 6s and liked them better (for IPSC).

Cmore could have got them confused but seems unlikely.

[photoracer]

I use 6 or 8 for any kind of match under 40 yards regardless if it is USPSA, 3-gun, or SC. For longer range or smaller targets like the PSA Rimfire Challenge I usually go to 3-4 MOA dots.

[AncientShooter]

Why does no one use the smaller 3 MOA mini RDS from Burris, etc:? I am new to pistol shooting, but the smaller dots suggest greater accuracy to me. WHat am I missing?

[Flatland Shooter]

Why does no one use the smaller 3 MOA mini RDS from Burris, etc:? I am new to pistol shooting, but the smaller dots suggest greater accuracy to me. WHat am I missing?

For steel challenge the goal is to hit the plate fast. Dead center or on the edge, they both count. So pin point accuracy is not needed.

For most, me included, the larger the dot the faster it can be acquired.

As your comments accurately infer, the larger the dot, the less precise the aiming point. So its a balancing act. Get the largest dot you can so you can find it fast but small enough that you can get your hits fast.

For most competitors, that something in the 6 to 8 MOA range. A while back due to the bright Texas sun, I was having problems finding the dot. I went to a 12 MOA and that worked really well until I needed to shoot some distant targets. I could still hit them but the large dot covering too much of the target caused me to slow down in aiming.

Bill

[AncientShooter]

Why does no one use the smaller 3 MOA mini RDS from Burris, etc:? I am new to pistol shooting, but the smaller dots suggest greater accuracy to me. WHat am I missing?

For steel challenge the goal is to hit the plate fast. Dead center or on the edge, they both count. So pin point accuracy is not needed.

For most, me included, the larger the dot the faster it can be acquired.

As your comments accurately infer, the larger the dot, the less precise the aiming point. So its a balancing act. Get the largest dot you can so you can find it fast but small enough that you can get your hits fast.

For most competitors, that something in the 6 to 8 MOA range. A while back due to the bright Texas sun, I was having problems finding the dot. I went to a 12 MOA and that worked really well until I needed to shoot some distant targets. I could still hit them but the large dot covering too much of the target caused me to slow down in aiming.

Bill

Makes perfect sense! Thanks for tolerating what I am sure is common knowledge for you all.

[Dwight Stearns]

The only dumb question is the one that isn't asked.

Dwight