Question on optics

[shootist~]

Ultimately, I will use it in a few practical rifle and carbine courses and maybe for coyote.

Based on the above, a 1-4 variable fits the bill - assuming the practical rifle includes some longer range work. 4X - with a suitable reticle - will get you to 500 Meters or so. The PST was designed with this in mind.

For In-House/CQB use the Aimpoint wins.

A more complete battery will include different options; i.e., both of the above and possibly a long range precision optic as well.

For a single setup, someone with good vision and no astigmatism issues can do very well to moderate distances (200+ meters) with an Aimpoint. Older eyes and/or astigmatism issues are probably better served with the low power variable option.

[Hmac]

I can shoot that or better without a magnifier. Just have to put the dot in the same place each shot.

Ah. So that's how it's done. Dot in the same place each shot. I will remember that.

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