Unfortunately, there’s not a whole lot that can be done for shooters with astigmatism short of wearing prescription glasses or contacts. Illustrative only - Graphic by Tina Fa'apoi (Own Work) for Target Tamers It’s the better option if you’re mostly taking shots inside 200 yards, if you mostly use one magnification setting anyway, and you need a lightweight, compact optic. The middle ground is obviously the prism sight. Essentially, that eliminates the cost-savings benefit of opting for a reflex red dot sight. However, if you want some versatility or distance of positive identification, you’ll need a magnifier to go with it. Since they have unlimited eye relief, they’re exceptionally suited to close-range work with two eyes open. They’re pretty affordable compared to scopes and the starting costs for quality prism sights. Shooting optics in action - Images by Tina Fa'apoi & Bill Maxwell (Own Work) for Target TamersĪ reflex sight is fast, easy, and simple to use. Where weight might not be so much of a bad thing in a long-range match, it means a lot to the shoulder that’s carrying it around all day in the brush, buildings, or streets.Ī riflescope may be the better option when variable power, distance, and accuracy outweigh the downsides of size and weight. However, a competition rig compared to a duty/patrol rifle or hunting setup is quite a different matter. Though red dots are often used in the hunt and in shooting matches where appropriate, riflescopes offer better tracking and precision especially at distance. Though suitable for the applications listed below, there are some further considerations to deliberate over.Īpplications like hunting, extreme-long range, and competition requires a precise, highly accurate setup. They’re lightweight for short carbines and hunting rifles. It’s excellent for close-range work up to 200 yards but can go the distance with the right reticle and magnification combo. The integrated BDC system offers holdovers for targets out to 500 yards and has been tuned for 7.62x39mm as well as super sonic and subsonic 300 Blackout loads.A prism sight is a versatile optic between the reflex red dot and LPVO scope. This GLx 2X Prism Scope features the patented ACSS® CQB-M5 7.62x39mm/300 Blackout reticle, combining bullet drop compensation, automatic ranging, and, moving target leads, and a fast acquisition horseshoe in one quick and intuitive package! For close range targets, the large outer horseshoe quickly grabs the eye and encourages quick target acquisition, while the center chevron allows for impressive precision at distance. The GLx 2X prism scope can also be mounted directly to popular mini ACOG-style mounts, either flush with the integrated belly mount or utilizing the included risers. Despite being low weight, these mounts offer exceptional clamping power with hardened steel hardware, ensuring they will not move when properly torqued. This optic comes equipped with the next-generation ruggedized mounts. This GLx 2x prism scope is more than just premium glass in a rugged body. Durable design for fog resistant, waterproof, and shock proof operation.Wide 42-foot field of view at 100 yards.Compatible with standard mini-ACOG style mounts.Compact design at just 5.3” long and 11.0 ounces.1/4 MOA click adjustments with capped turrets.Quick adjust diopter ring for shooter-optimized reticle focus.Patented ACSS CQB M5 7.62x39mm reticle provides fast target acquisition, range estimation, and moving target leads out to 500 yards.Forgiving eye box with 3.5” of eye relief, and a bright 12mm exit pupil.CR2032 battery provides up to 20,000 hours of reticle illumination at medium settings.Daylight Bright full reticle illumination with 11 settings.Glass etched reticle that works with illumination on or off.Top it off with Daylight Bright illumination, a 20,000-hour battery life, and AUTOLIVE motion activation and the GLx 2X Prism Scope is sure to be a new favorite in your collection. This gives the 2X Prism Scope an incredibly forgiving eye box, well suited for fast engagements where a perfect eye position isn’t always feasible. The compact body is just 5.3” long and weighs in at just 11.0 Oz with 3.5 inches of eye relief and a large 12mm exit pupil. This fixed power optic provides just enough magnification to enhance target identification, yet allows for seamless both-eyes-open, red dot style shooting at close-range targets. The Primary Arms GLx 2X Prism Scope combines premium glass quality and the popular ACSS reticles in a ruggedized, compact form. GLx brings premium technology and materials into an approachable price range. This rifle scope is part of the mid-tier optics line called GLx.

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