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    This thread will get back on topic with factual discussion, or it will be locked.

    Possibly followed by at least one account. This is precisely the type of thing that will not be condoned on this website.

    Especially in a thread where facts, and firsthand experiences are so easy to post with....

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    Quote Originally Posted by EricCartmann View Post
    No experience here with the Shortdot, only experience I have with 1-4x optics are IOR's and Millets... and I also got to sample a Nightforce. Granted I know the Shortdot is a better quality optic compared to these, but in general they are all the same. Limited FOV in 4x mode and eye relief on a 1x mode is not infinate.

    I am sure I can learn to love Shortdot, but to me nothing is easier than an Aimpoint/Eotech. For 4x mag, nothing beats the glass and FOV of an ACOG. Best of all I could own both of these and have about $600 left over.
    First hand knowledge is king on this forum. If you do not have any experience (like owning one), then you should not compare/contrast the abilities with another cheap optic.

    The S&B SD is the SUV of the optics world. Capable of doing most anything and doing it well. This is why SF groups like Delta run them.


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    Short Dot is the standard of comparison to which all others are held. The Meopta K Dot is a nice alternative for it's price range. The Millett DMS is also a consideration depending on purpose and need. These things are relative for the shooter and the actual intent of the weapon system. Match the tool to your needs accordingly, but understand that comparison is relative. Cheap optics are just that.

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    Quote Originally Posted by davemcdonald View Post
    I don't know anything about a one day battery life. I have had my ShortDot for a year. It is still using the same battery that it shipped with and it still has the original spare battery as well. The ShortDot has an auto shut off for those of us that are absent minded. I bought plenty of spare batteries for my ShortDot at Costco for "just in case" and have yet to open the package. It has seen range time somewhere between 2 to 4 days a month over the last year and has been to one advanced carbine class. If you are getting this optic for work , ie LE, Mil or Gov then there are some significant discounts to be had from Schmidt and Bender USA.
    When running your ShortDot outdoors, do you always use the illumination feature for the reticule?

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    Quote Originally Posted by jmart View Post
    When running your ShortDot outdoors, do you always use the illumination feature for the reticule?

    no....its usually off

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    Jmart-
    I do, probably about 90-95% of the time.
    Yup, I'm a Dinosaur!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Nick S View Post
    no....its usually off
    Let me clarify. If at 1x then it's usually on however above that usually off.

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    What's the consensus on the Burris XTR-14?
    It's available with, or without, the reflex sight.


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    The new XTR looks like a interesting option in the world of 1-4's. Good reticule, good glass.

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    I was very impressed with the XTR at the SHOT show. The reticule seemed to be able to get on target quick for close distances but with the fine crosshairs for longer shots. My only complaint was that they wouldn't sell me their display model

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