cbrussell Posted August 28, 2022 Share Posted August 28, 2022 Who are the manufacturers which make a 6 moa enclosed emitter red dot pistol sight? Any personal experiences? I really like the looks of the Aimpoint ACRO 2, however, it is a 3.5 moa dot and Aimpoint replied to my email that they had no current plans to offer a 6 moa dot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BritinUSA Posted August 28, 2022 Share Posted August 28, 2022 Any particular reason that you want a 6moa ? I found that the size of the dot was less important than it’s brightness. A low power 6 dot may be harder to use than a bright 3.5. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrussell Posted August 29, 2022 Author Share Posted August 29, 2022 I read where the optimum size dot for action shooting was 6 moa. What I really need to do is get a hold of the Aimpoint ACRO P-2 ams see for myself. However, if there was an alternative enclosed 6 moa, I would be inclined to go with that. Perhaps if I wait a bit longer, not my strong suit, there will be more enclosed emitter red dot choices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheChef1 Posted August 29, 2022 Share Posted August 29, 2022 10 minutes ago, cbrussell said: I read where the optimum size dot for action shooting was 6 moa. What I really need to do is get a hold of the Aimpoint ACRO P-2 ams see for myself. However, if there was an alternative enclosed 6 moa, I would be inclined to go with that. Perhaps if I wait a bit longer, not my strong suit, there will be more enclosed emitter red dot choices. I sold my 1 moa SRO for a 5 moa SRO to be honest I can varely tell a difference. I also have some 2.5 and 3 Moa and I really don’t see a huge difference if any at all. I’m just a scrub though maybe at a higher level the shooter will notice it more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrussell Posted August 29, 2022 Author Share Posted August 29, 2022 I too am just a scrub. ,amber I am making too many much out of the dot size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rishii Posted August 29, 2022 Share Posted August 29, 2022 Not a true closed emitter, the sig Romero 2 comes in a 3, 6, 10 and circle dot reticle https://www.sigsauer.com/romeo2-1x30-mm.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shred Posted August 29, 2022 Share Posted August 29, 2022 Even when it was pretty much just Open guns with C-mores, people shot 6-min, 8-min and 10-min dots. I find with slide-mount dots and Minor scoring I prefer a slightly smaller dot size than I do on an Open gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny_Chimpo Posted August 29, 2022 Share Posted August 29, 2022 14 hours ago, cbrussell said: Who are the manufacturers which make a 6 moa enclosed emitter red dot pistol sight? Any personal experiences? I really like the looks of the Aimpoint ACRO 2, however, it is a 3.5 moa dot and Aimpoint replied to my email that they had no current plans to offer a 6 moa dot. Why an enclosed emitter? The lenses of an enclosed emitter sight are just as affected by water, external condensation, dust, dirt, lint, and whatever as those of an open emitter sight. The emitter in an open emitter sight is far less susceptible to being blocked than the internet would have you believe, unless you're typically rolling around in mud or snow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelCityShooter Posted August 30, 2022 Share Posted August 30, 2022 For a closed emitter red dot consider the Holosun 509T. It has a closed emitter with a 2moa dot surrounded by a 32moa circle. The circle is very fast for your eye to pick up and the dot allows very precise aiming. The circle acts a bit like a "peep" sight and your eye pretty much automatically centers the target inside it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheChef1 Posted August 30, 2022 Share Posted August 30, 2022 On 8/28/2022 at 8:57 PM, cbrussell said: I too am just a scrub. ,amber I am making too many much out of the dot size. I think it’s one of those things we tend to over think. Sometimes I put way to much time and brain power over trying to find the Goldilocks gun or accessory when I should be dry firing or researching how to make make grip better. think of it this way. I love gear and tinkering with guns and certainly at least half the fun of the sport for me. But will having a close emitter acro get you to GM faster than an SRO? Nah probably not. There’s that guy Tony something who made GM super quick with a Glock 26 while I’m over here with a 2k gun rig sitting as a high B low A shooter forever because I have hardly anytime to shoot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrussell Posted August 30, 2022 Author Share Posted August 30, 2022 5 hours ago, TheChef1 said: I think it’s one of those things we tend to over think. Sometimes I put way to much time and brain power over trying to find the Goldilocks gun or accessory when I should be dry firing or researching how to make make grip better. think of it this way. I love gear and tinkering with guns and certainly at least half the fun of the sport for me. But will having a close emitter acro get you to GM faster than an SRO? Nah probably not. There’s that guy Tony something who made GM super quick with a Glock 26 while I’m over here with a 2k gun rig sitting as a high B low A shooter forever because I have hardly anytime to shoot. Good point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 (edited) Like this? There’s a 2-6 MOA plus the dot/circle. Not all in stock though. https://www.brownells.com/optics-mounting/electronic-sights/reflex-sights/eps-enclosed-pistol-sight-reflex-sight-prod146601.aspx?avs|Manufacturer_1=holosun&trk_msg=J56247M379Q4930TIPRVKRFJ8K&trk_contact=22B8U0J2G817SJESAUNGIOTJAK&trk_sid=4UVBOK0NCC4RNSIR86DSLHRVD0&trk_link=TR5D5RI87GHKHEK24HMN1TKQ60&utm_source=listrak&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Order+Yours+Now&utm_campaign=LaborDay2022&utm_content=2022_08_30_Holosun Edited August 31, 2022 by Farmer spelling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrussell Posted August 31, 2022 Author Share Posted August 31, 2022 25 minutes ago, Farmer said: Like this? There’s a 2-6 MOA plus the dot/circle. Not all in stock though. https://www.brownells.com/optics-mounting/electronic-sights/reflex-sights/eps-enclosed-pistol-sight-reflex-sight-prod146601.aspx?avs|Manufacturer_1=holosun&trk_msg=J56247M379Q4930TIPRVKRFJ8K&trk_contact=22B8U0J2G817SJESAUNGIOTJAK&trk_sid=4UVBOK0NCC4RNSIR86DSLHRVD0&trk_link=TR5D5RI87GHKHEK24HMN1TKQ60&utm_source=listrak&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Order+Yours+Now&utm_campaign=LaborDay2022&utm_content=2022_08_30_Holosun That seems like the ticket. Any real world experiences with reliability? On a par with the Aimpoint ACRO P-2? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GigG Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 On 8/29/2022 at 5:14 AM, Johnny_Chimpo said: Why an enclosed emitter? Yes @cbrussell, why a closed emitter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrussell Posted August 31, 2022 Author Share Posted August 31, 2022 1 minute ago, GigG said: Yes @cbrussell, why a closed emitter? Just feel it would be less susceptible to debris and protect the emitter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GigG Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 1 hour ago, cbrussell said: Just feel it would be less susceptible to debris and protect the emitter. For USPSA & SCSA it really isn't an issue. And for carry there seem to be lots of cops carrying open emitters as well as the military. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny_Chimpo Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 1 hour ago, cbrussell said: Just feel it would be less susceptible to debris and protect the emitter. Isn't it obvious that the lenses on a closed emitter sight are just as easily obscured by anything that would block the lens of an open emitter sight? The emitter (at least in Trijicon SROs and RMR) is behind a glass cover so anything that gets on that can be wiped off with a swipe of the finger. In any case, water all over an open emitter RDS is a non issue. I've shot in the rain several times with mine, once in a downpour, and had zero issues. Watch this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer Posted September 1, 2022 Share Posted September 1, 2022 5 hours ago, cbrussell said: That seems like the ticket. Any real world experiences with reliability? On a par with the Aimpoint ACRO P-2? Sorry, no. I had just read your post yesterday and gotten a email from Brownells today. Just thought I’d mention it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrussell Posted September 1, 2022 Author Share Posted September 1, 2022 5 hours ago, Farmer said: Sorry, no. I had just read your post yesterday and gotten a email from Brownells today. Just thought I’d mention it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrussell Posted September 1, 2022 Author Share Posted September 1, 2022 16 hours ago, Johnny_Chimpo said: Isn't it obvious that the lenses on a closed emitter sight are just as easily obscured by anything that would block the lens of an open emitter sight? The emitter (at least in Trijicon SROs and RMR) is behind a glass cover so anything that gets on that can be wiped off with a swipe of the finger. In any case, water all over an open emitter RDS is a non issue. I've shot in the rain several times with mine, once in a downpour, and had zero issues. Watch this Excellent demonstration. I think I will shift away from my desire for a closed emitter. Now I need to concentrate on the dot itself; which is most pronounced/round and trouble free? Any thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GigG Posted September 1, 2022 Share Posted September 1, 2022 The Trijicons are tough as nails. I use a 5 MOA SRO and it has run for months with not a problem. Though a larger window would be nice. I've had a Holosun on my carry gun for 2+ years also no problem but I don't like the dot/circle for USPSA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny_Chimpo Posted September 1, 2022 Share Posted September 1, 2022 5 hours ago, GigG said: The Trijicons are tough as nails. I use a 5 MOA SRO and it has run for months with not a problem. Though a larger window would be nice. I've had a Holosun on my carry gun for 2+ years also no problem but I don't like the dot/circle for USPSA. Trijicon is my choice as well both for sport and for defensive use. I can't agree on needing a larger opening on the SRO. It's more than enough if one's index is close to right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GigG Posted September 1, 2022 Share Posted September 1, 2022 2 hours ago, Johnny_Chimpo said: Trijicon is my choice as well both for sport and for defensive use. I can't agree on needing a larger opening on the SRO. It's more than enough if one's index is close to right. It's not on the original draw that I ever have an issue It is when trying to shoot on the move that I think a larger window might come in handy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny_Chimpo Posted September 2, 2022 Share Posted September 2, 2022 1 hour ago, GigG said: It is when trying to shoot on the move that I think a larger window might come in handy. I haven't found that to be the case, but I'm not that good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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