Red Dot Scopes

Harleeman1030

I've been looking for a new red dot scope. I would prefer to buy an older model especially if it was made in Japan. I've personally used some older Tasco Propoints and have been pleased with them overall. The main thing I was wondering concerns the "Dot Size" itself. It seems what the manufacturer list as the correct dot size isn't always the same between different manufacturers. As an example a 4" dot from one company may be larger or smaller than that same size listing from another. It seems to me that the Tascos run smaller in their listed dot size than ones from other companys ,while a Redfield runs larger. Does anyone know how some of the other manufactures scopes compare as far as their dot size goes. It can be frustrating to have a certain dot size in mind for a certain application only to have it be either to small or to large. Does anyone know first hand how the now discontinued "Smith & Wesson" red dot scopes fair both in quality as well as dot size goes. [?]

Harleeman1030

How long should a CR2032 battery last in a red dot scope last?

Harleeman1030

for a 12 ga. slug gun.

cant afford a aimpoint right now. what will work for this years season

millett red dot

bushnell trophy red dot

truglo reddot

Harleeman1030

I want to put a scope on my 22 pistol. There seems to be a huge difference in prices. Granted, you get what you pay for (best case) but I can't afford $270. for a Leupold-Gilmore. I see that BSA, Busnell, and Tasco make scopes from around $80. - $150. Any recomendations?Thanks,Jeff

Harleeman1030

What do you experts like and or dislike about these little marvels of technology?

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Harleeman1030

I have never turkey hunted...I will hunt in mississippi,louisiana,florida,Iowa,....Where can i find out if i can use a red dot scope..I bought a mossberg 835 with 24" barrel..I can buy a 42 MM simmons red dot on here for about 40.00 is it smart since I never turkey hunted before..And is the price a good one it is NIBHarleeman1030@aol.com

Harleeman1030

I mounted a NCSTAR 45mm red dot on my 10/22. It works great and I can get much better groups with it than iron sights and also get faster first shots. The only thing bad about it was that when it is very sunny out the dot is hard to pickup, and it was on the max setting. Are there other red dot's out there that are brighter? Is there some tech spec that gives the brightness levels? Thanks, Jim

Harleeman1030

Could someone explain to me the difference between a 'Red Dot Scope' and a 'Regular Rifle Scope'. I have been told that a Red Dot does not magnify the way a regular scope does but is easier to use and sight with. I recently bought a .22cal Mossberg 715T for me and the grandkids to plink around with or hunt small game. I am 70 and have trouble using the fixed sights. Figured I would put on a scope or a red dot but don't know which would work better. Will not be doing any long distance shooting. Most everything will be under 50 yards, certainly not over 100. Is a Red Dot sighted in the same as a regular scope? I have seen some advertised that appear to be a combination of both. Looking for something inexpensive because I don't want to spend more on a scope than I did the gun, just to plink around with. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.

Mike S.

raskil

Check with each individual State for their requirements. Depending on the model, the price may be fair. Red Dots generally are not as shockproof as real scopes but should be ok for turkey hunting. Just remember to turn it on as soon as you get to your hideout (need to stay very still for turkey) and turn it off when leaving the field.I'm in the process of mounting a red dot on an SKS after I remove the front sight and bayonet. This makes a good hog or deer gun for under 100 yds. You can keep both eyes open and your dominant eye will pick up the placement of the dot.,....good luck!

hunter280man

I've hunted with the same gun since they came out, good inexpensive gun for the job. My gun shoots the madd tube the best with sixes. As far as the red-dot, just remember the laws where you hunt; oh-dont forget to turn it on! Seen that mistake before! THats why I use adjustable fire sights that clamp on to the barrel, many of the mossies have a problem with shooting tight patterns off to one side a little,"pattern it." And know your ranges,good luck...

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Guns & Glass

Quality 'dot' sights are 'shock proof". Average hunter will never knock one out since they don't fire as many rounds an a competition shooter. Many comp shooters simply shoot 'x' amount, then sell it off, or get a new one from their sponsor. So they won't have a problem with lesser quality dots.A electronic dot, is not a laser (projecting light beam), nor a scope since there is no magnification(except Aimpoint 5000 2X).Most states will not allow lasers for hunting, and some states regulated scopes, and electronic sight usage. You will have tofind regs' for your hunting.

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Harleeman1030

Thanks guys