T1 + 3X Magnifier = terrible dot shape!

[gjj]

I have PERFECT eyesight.

I just received my Aimpoint 3X magnifier from Larue. I mounted it on my rifle with the Aimpoint T1. The dot was terrible. It was like looking at a comet with a tail. I tried different intensities. I centered the beam in the optics. Terrible.

I then put it on my rifle with the CompML2. Perfect. The dot was circular with only a slight, slight football shape.

Anyone else experience this?

[Dave L.]

I don't know if they [Aimpoint] had the intentions of the two being used together in the first place.
I have the 3X behind a Comp M4- and it's Perfect.
I have also heard that the T1 is not quite a 4moa, more like 3.5, but they may round up based on it being misshapen.

[spamsammich]

Do what FJB and Aimpoint recommend to test the optic. Look through it while rotating it. If the comet tail stays in one place, it is your eyes. If the comet tail rotates, it is the optic. I use a magnifier with good effect with my H-1. When my astigmatism isn't a problem, the dot is crisp and round with or without magnification. When it isn't corrected, i get a blooming dot with a tail.

Also, don't focus on the dot when you shoot with both eyes open and try the optic in natural light or sunlight. When I look through the optic indoors, the dot never quite looks as crisp as in natural light.

[FJB]

Also, try adjusting the adjustment screws on the 3X Magnifier that should be at the 12 0'Clock and 9 0'Clock position (if mounted properly) as that should help as well. Mounting the 3X as close to the Micro T-1 (or any Aimpoint sight) as possible should help.

I am not an optimologist nor play on TV nor did I sleep in a Holiday Inn Express, but part of the problem could be caused by light distortion from the center of the Micro T-1 lens and 3X Magnifier lens not lined up just right. Thus, why you adjust the lens of the 3X as mentioned above. This should help.

S/F

[gjj]

Thanks. I originally mounted it exactly like you said and centered the dot in the middle of the lens when I first noticed the problem.

The CompML2 works perfect.

[TheDarkOne]

Sorry to resurrect this thread, but it sound concerning since I am considering getting the 3x for my T1. Is anyone else having this problem?

[JSGlock34]

The magnifier worked better in concert with my CompM3 than it does with the T-1 that replaced it. For some reason, to my eyes the T-1 dot appears distorted under the magnification. Sometimes it almost looks like a rod or line instead of a dot. I've adjusted the screws on the magnifier, but that had little effect. This is not to say the dot or magnifier is not usable, but it is distracting and not as precise as I would prefer.

I use the Aimpoint TwistMount with the magnifier, but a friend who uses the LaRue LT649 flip to side mount has similar complaints. Interestingly, he wears glasses and I have 20/20 uncorrected vision.

From Aimpoint's various posts, I understand that the problem is likely not with the T-1 but with how my eyes perceive the dot.

[USMC03]

This may help as well:

https://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=37809

[gjj]

Closer didn't help me with the T1 or the CompML3 with the 2MOA dot. The dot was still distorted.

Here is something I learned, you will notice the imperfections more when you are inspecting it indoors. Outside, it is not as much of an issue.

[zushwa]

Closer didn't help me with the T1 or the CompML3 with the 2MOA dot. The dot was still distorted.

Here is something I learned, you will notice the imperfections more when you are inspecting it indoors. Outside, it is not as much of an issue.

Just so I'm clear, you're having distortion with both aimpoints? The same distortion?? Is it the same magnifier?? Did you try the rotating of the optic and magnifier trick?? It sounds kind of odd that you would have distortion with both optics.

Please clarify.