Is this nuts? What I was told re. Micro v. CompM4s

[ptmccain]

I was talking to a guy who works for a reseller of optics.

He said something that didn't sound legit, but I'd thought I'd put it out here for response.

He said that he would not recommend using a Micro T1 on an assault rifle, like the M4, because it's field of view is more narrow than a Comp M4 and it would not provide as easy an acquisition of targets as the CompM4.

He said he would use it on a pistol, not a rifle.

At that point I was thinking, "Dude, I doubt you have a clue what you are talking about."

Was I correct?

What do you think?

[hec912]

[Skyyr]

If he's using it incorrectly, as a scope/with one eye closed, then yes, it would be true. The correct way is with both eyes open (as you probably know), which should not functionally affect field of vision or target acquisition.

I only mention that because a lot of people (with good intentions) misunderstand how to use optics (and other weapon and optic systems in general) and relay bad information, even with the best of intentions.

[lethal dose]

He's clearly a wanker.

[ZX672]

It took me a while (couple of mags) to transition from my CompM3 to my current T1 setup. It all comes down to preference, he probably just came across as arrogant....

[ptmccain]

No, not at all. He was very sincere and genuine and not arrogant at all, and I listened politely and thanked him for his time. There was nothing about his comments that screamed "gun shop employee!"

If you know what I mean.

I'm probably going with the CompM4S anyway since I really need an optic that I can leave on for eight years without worrying about changing the battery.

[Koshinn]

No, not at all. He was very sincere and genuine and not arrogant at all, and I listened politely and thanked him for his time. There was nothing about his comments that screamed "gun shop employee!"

If you know what I mean.

I'm probably going with the CompM4S anyway since I really need an optic that I can leave on for eight years without worrying about changing the battery.

I'd still change it every year. It's only a AA battery.

[Apricotshot]

Sounds like he never tried it himself or he had the sight out way too forward.

[ptmccain]

I'd still change it every year. It's only a AA battery.

Definitely.

[markm]

I'm probably going with the CompM4S anyway since I really need an optic that I can leave on for eight years without worrying about changing the battery.

The compm4 will have a rotten alkaline battery much sooner than that. This happened to Pappabears Comp M4. I caught it before the damage was serious.