Do I want a magnifer behind my red dot.

[Hmac]

Unless the target is a 4" popper, you shouldn't need magnification.

Would be true if everybody's eyesight was the same, and we didn't age.

Anyway, no downside to using a magnifier, and it adds a little more flexibility than a 1-4x IMHO. It does add weight, but the weight is back toward the stock decreasing the lever arm, so less of an issue...doesn't really affect mounting the rifle.

[markm]

Would be true if everybody's eyesight was the same, and we didn't age.

Yeah... my clarity sucks at distance... so IDing a target isn't easy for me... but target shooting isn't a problem inside of 200.

Really depends on how precise he need his hits to be.

[skydivr]

I have this combo. I like it. To each his own.

[SpeedRacer]

Shooting out to 200+ yds with a red dot is not hard. A magnifier will likely let you do it easier and more accurately. The only downside to a magnifier is weight and cost. Whether it's worth it or not is up to you and your priorities.

A variable 1-4/5/6x optic is an option, but after spending some time with one (and a really good one at that) I'm not sure it's a better option than a magnifier. You sacrifice a lot of speed and viewing angle vs an Eotech at 1x, but gain better clarity under magnification and save a little bit of weight. I'm finding the first part is a much higher priority for me and plan on picking up an Eo HHS-II package during Black Friday sales to really compare the two options.

[Hmac]

A variable 1-4/5/6x optic is an option, but after spending some time with one (and a really good one at that) I'm not sure it's a better option than a magnifier. You sacrifice a lot of speed and viewing angle vs an Eotech at 1x, but gain better clarity under magnification and save a little bit of weight. I'm finding the first part is a much higher priority for me and plan on picking up an Eo HHS-II package during Black Friday sales to really compare the two options.

I used a magnifier with an Eotech RDS in a course for the first time last year. I found it to be very convenient and gave me far more consistent hits from distances 50 yards and out. Closer than that I just flipped it to the side and shot unmagnified, but it was a great option in that setting. The flip-to-side aspect made it more convenient for me than a 1-4x. The fact that it's simply movable from rifle to rifle and requires no zeroing or preparation really makes it a good option if you can afford the cost.



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[WickedWillis]

I have been toying with this idea as well. I had issues focusing on the dot on my aimpoint pro when I was sighting it in at just 50 yards, and normally my eyesight is great. I just really struggled to focus my eye on the dot and target, which resulted in groups larger than I would have liked. A shitty rest was also partly to blame. Keep in mind, I am self taught when it comes to RDS and very inexperienced, but I immediately saw where a magnifier would be beneficial when sighting in a rifle. Especially if you are alone like I was.

[Skar]

Well I already have the exps2 . So I got g33 after read your post .
thanks

[trinydex]

A magnifier is a handy thing to have. It's quickly detachable, so easily movable from rifle to rifle. I use mine intermittently on 4 different ARs.

agree. if it is quick detach there is nothing wrong with more magnification. magnification makes accuracy easier. only accurate shooting is relevant.

[Hmac]

I had issues focusing on the dot on my aimpoint pro when I was sighting it in at just 50 yards, and normally my eyesight is great. I just really struggled to focus my eye on the dot and target, which resulted in groups larger than I would have liked.

Because the dot is collimated in an RDS, Eotech or Aimpoint, the dot itself is projected in the same plane as the target. Therefore if you are focused on the target then you are focused on the dot. They're in the same plane. You can't focus on them individually.

[Skar]

The g33 landed yesterday. In back yard at night using surfire on rifle
It worked fine . Range next. Wow i have as much cash in the optic as I do the colt le6920

Like you all said adds weight . But it comes off easy .