Is my new Aimpoint T-1 Micro Defective? Or I've got a fake?

[TQLCVNCH]

Hello,

I just received the Aimpoint T-1 Micro (2 MOA) from SWFA today. I ordered the "No mount" version and it comes in a plastic Ziploc bag instead of a manufacture box, which I'm not happy and would have suspected that I've gotten a knock-off if it wasn't coming from SWFA.
When I check the brightness, it's not very well visible in daylight (outside) unless I turn it to level 10. I saw a lot of people commented that they usually have it on at level 7-8 and they're good enough. What are you brightness setting on your T-1 micro? Is mine abnormal or require a battery replacement (although new purchase)?

One thing that really bothers me is that I see the rectangular shadows in certain light condition. I tried to avoided the Trijicon SRX for this reason, and now I'm getting it on the T-1. Has any of you had this issue with the red dot? I'm really frustrated now and wonder if I should exchange it or just return it for a full refund and buy something else.

Please give me some inputs & advice.

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Thanks

[ra2bach]

it depends on the ambient light and brightness of your target. and obviously your preference.

indoors I'm at 6 or 7 and outdoors I just turn it up till it blooms and dial it back till it's crisp. I don't need a miniature red sun in my optic to shoot with...

[Hmac]

The lower settings are for night vision. In daylight I only use the top 3-4 settings. It should be set so that the dot is just visible. Too bright and the blooming decreases accuracy for me.

Yes, I get a lot of odd internal reflections on my T-1, especially in some lighting conditions. I am not a huge fan of the T-1, generally prefer my PRO or EXPS sights.

[CharlieDeltaJuliet]

The lower settings are for night vision. In daylight I only use the top 3-4 settings. It should be set so that the dot is just visible. Too bright and the blooming decreases accuracy for me.

Yes, I get a lot of odd internal reflections on my T-1, especially in some lighting conditions. I am not a huge fan of the T-1, generally prefer my PRO or EXPS sights.

Agreed. I like the size weight and toughness of the T1, but sill prefer my Comp or PRO for most applications. The reflections happen with everyone I have owned. It is really odd that it came in a ziplock bag.. This is the part that bothers me.

[kingfhb]

If you'd like to know if it is indeed fake, you'll have to post more pictures of it from all sides.


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[CharlieDeltaJuliet]

If you'd like to know if it is indeed fake, you'll have to post more pictures of it from all sides.


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Yes, please. I trust SWFA, but a ziplock bag doesn't sound good. Or you can call Aimpoint and let them run the serial number.

[C4IGrant]

Yes, please. I trust SWFA, but a ziplock bag doesn't sound good. Or you can call Aimpoint and let them run the serial number.

That's how they come when you order them with no mount (in a ziplock bag).



C4

[Obscenejesster]

I highly doubt SWFA is selling counterfeit Aimpoints.

[CharlieDeltaJuliet]

That's how they come when you order them with no mount (in a ziplock bag).



C4

Gotcha, does it come with a manual or anything? Just seems kind of crappy to not get a box. I have the utmost faith in SWFA, but had never heard of the ziplock bag. Thank you sir. Note to self: always buy an Aimpoint with a mount.. Sorry for the hijack, just curious about this.

[Hmac]

Agreed. I like the size weight and toughness of the T1, but sill prefer my Comp or PRO for most applications. The reflections happen with everyone I have owned. It is really odd that it came in a ziplock bag.. This is the part that bothers me.

I bought mine from Larue with their LT mount a couple years ago. It came in the same ziplock bag. That's normal and by itself nothing to be alarmed about.