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**SandmanKC** · 05-27-2008, 07:59 PM

I know, this has been beaten to death, but I'm looking at opinions. I currently have a Tasco Pro Point red dot sight on my AR. My father-in-law has shown interest in it, so I'm looking at giving it to him, and me upgrading. I'm really torn between the 2. Both have very loyal followings, and are very good products. I'd like to see pics of them mounted on your gun, and possibly through the optic too.

Feel free to give any input you have on either... good or bad. I want to have as much info as I can to make an educated decision.

krazykozmetics · 05-27-2008, 08:05 PM

i have a 552 same as a 511 but AA instead of N and Night Vision. But here are pics.

pic through the glass in a black room

Polymerhead · 05-27-2008, 08:15 PM

I think EOTechs are faster, but Aimpoints have longer battery life. I went with EOTech. I really like the 65 MOA circle reticle, it just feels natural and you don't have to search for the dot at all. I got the 511 and love it.

GaryXD · 05-27-2008, 08:16 PM

552

NBollinger · 05-27-2008, 08:18 PM

I have the EO 512 and love it. Battery life is a minor issue, AA batteries are cheap. Very easy to gain and maintain a sight picture.

Liquid Rhino · 05-27-2008, 08:22 PM

I have 2 EO's and they're great, but if I had to do it again (or for the next rifle), I'd probably go w/ the AP. Lasts longer, a tad lighter, cleaner sight picture & loads of mounting options for any rifle configuration. JM2C.

Spawnz · 05-27-2008, 08:28 PM

I recently purchased an Eotech 512 from Botach Tactical. I chose the 512 over the 511 because it takes AA batteries and I figured they would be easier to come by. The Eotech 512 is longer than the 511 for that reason but I figured it didn't make that much difference. Don't know how much longer it will last, but Botach Tactical is offering a free Streamlight TLR-1 with each purchase of an Eotech. The 512 is $399.00 at Botach but the Streamlight is valued at $85.00, so I figured the Eotech came to $315.00. Shipping to Ohio was about $11-12.

EOTech 512 Holosight

krazykozmetics · 05-27-2008, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spawnz

I recently purchased an Eotech 512 from Botach Tactical. I chose the 512 over the 511 because it takes AA batteries and I figured they would be easier to come by. The Eotech 512 is longer than the 511 for that reason but I figured it didn't make that much difference. Don't know how much longer it will last, but Botach Tactical is offering a free Streamlight TLR-1 with each purchase of an Eotech. The 512 is $399.00 at Botach but the Streamlight is valued at $85.00, so I figured the Eotech came to $315.00. Shipping to Ohio was about $11-12.

EOTech 512 Holosight

So how was the transaction? I was going to get one from them, but I was iffy about spending that much money online. I agree it is a great deal, but my loss I guess. I ended up spending $479 on a 552 cause the place I went was all out if the 512

spoolup · 05-27-2008, 08:56 PM

I own 3 EOtechs and 1 aimpoint setup. I like both, and they have their plus and minuses. The EOtech I like because its easier to see while not obstructing your veiw. I also work for L3 CSW and get a nice employee discount on 1 per calander year. So yeah that helps. I like the aimpoint when magnified since there is less going on. But due to the less going on, unmagnifed its harder to pick up unless turned up high. Which then adds a little red ring around the tube and when held at a slightly differnt angle (like when aiming and walking/ moving across a target) is more noticable at differnt times which cause a slight distraction to me. However the AP battery life is MUCH sweeter than the eotech even if used with the litium batteries it still can not shake a stick to the aimpoint. But the the 5x2 "AA" battery version of the eotech can be found in dam near in anyy small po dunk hardware store in backwoods BFE. And they cost more than the EOtech. I wouldnt mind getting a aimpoint to replace the pistol EO and moving the EOtech to a future PS (or if lucky... a P)90. And the aimpiont mounts can get pretty sweet as mentioned before. Mine

JBHorne · 05-27-2008, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaryXD

552

There is something...rather...um...sexy is the best way to put it for now...about a bayonet on an AR!!!

View Poll Results: Eotech or Aimpoint
Eotech (preferably 511)	36	66.67%
Aimpoint	18	33.33%
Voters: 54. You may not vote on this poll

05-27-2008, 07:59 PM	#1
SandmanKC XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Home of CMMG, Missouri Posts: 459	Eotech or Aimpoint? I know, this has been beaten to death, but I'm looking at opinions. I currently have a Tasco Pro Point red dot sight on my AR. My father-in-law has shown interest in it, so I'm looking at giving it to him, and me upgrading. I'm really torn between the 2. Both have very loyal followings, and are very good products. I'd like to see pics of them mounted on your gun, and possibly through the optic too. Feel free to give any input you have on either... good or bad. I want to have as much info as I can to make an educated decision. __________________ "The chief source of failure and unhappiness in life is giving up what you want most, for what you want now" "My right to own firearms... protects your right to tell me I shouldn't"

05-27-2008, 08:05 PM	#2
krazykozmetics XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 356	i have a 552 same as a 511 but AA instead of N and Night Vision. But here are pics. pic through the glass in a black room __________________ CCW Holders are kinda like doctors. Always prepared to save the life of another person just because its right. S&W M&P 15 Tactical Just got Her!!! Burnt Earth XD 45 Service Black XD 9 Service w/ Trijicon Night Sights TLR 1 Yugo M70 Ak Yugo SkS Remington 870 Marlin .22

05-27-2008, 08:15 PM	#3
Polymerhead XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: MO, USA Posts: 1,349	I think EOTechs are faster, but Aimpoints have longer battery life. I went with EOTech. I really like the 65 MOA circle reticle, it just feels natural and you don't have to search for the dot at all. I got the 511 and love it. __________________ No alarms and no surprises, please.

05-27-2008, 08:18 PM	#5
NBollinger XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 535	I have the EO 512 and love it. Battery life is a minor issue, AA batteries are cheap. Very easy to gain and maintain a sight picture. __________________ XD .45ACP Tactical Kimber Stainless Custom II .45 ACP Ruger GP100 .357 S&W Model 915 9MM Beretta 92FS 9MM Mossberg 535 ATS 12 ga. Mossberg 100 ATR .30-'06 Stag Arms Model 3

05-27-2008, 08:16 PM	#4
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05-27-2008, 08:22 PM	#6
Liquid Rhino XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: three\|zero\|five Posts: 910	I have 2 EO's and they're great, but if I had to do it again (or for the next rifle), I'd probably go w/ the AP. Lasts longer, a tad lighter, cleaner sight picture & loads of mounting options for any rifle configuration. JM2C. __________________ Keepin' It Real Since '79...

05-27-2008, 08:28 PM	#7
Spawnz XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 315	I recently purchased an Eotech 512 from Botach Tactical. I chose the 512 over the 511 because it takes AA batteries and I figured they would be easier to come by. The Eotech 512 is longer than the 511 for that reason but I figured it didn't make that much difference. Don't know how much longer it will last, but Botach Tactical is offering a free Streamlight TLR-1 with each purchase of an Eotech. The 512 is $399.00 at Botach but the Streamlight is valued at $85.00, so I figured the Eotech came to $315.00. Shipping to Ohio was about $11-12. EOTech 512 Holosight Last edited by Spawnz : 05-27-2008 at 08:29 PM. Reason: Edited to correct price and add a link

05-27-2008, 08:56 PM	#9
spoolup XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: USA Posts: 184	I own 3 EOtechs and 1 aimpoint setup. I like both, and they have their plus and minuses. The EOtech I like because its easier to see while not obstructing your veiw. I also work for L3 CSW and get a nice employee discount on 1 per calander year. So yeah that helps. I like the aimpoint when magnified since there is less going on. But due to the less going on, unmagnifed its harder to pick up unless turned up high. Which then adds a little red ring around the tube and when held at a slightly differnt angle (like when aiming and walking/ moving across a target) is more noticable at differnt times which cause a slight distraction to me. However the AP battery life is MUCH sweeter than the eotech even if used with the litium batteries it still can not shake a stick to the aimpoint. But the the 5x2 "AA" battery version of the eotech can be found in dam near in anyy small po dunk hardware store in backwoods BFE. And they cost more than the EOtech. I wouldnt mind getting a aimpoint to replace the pistol EO and moving the EOtech to a future PS (or if lucky... a P)90. And the aimpiont mounts can get pretty sweet as mentioned before. Mine

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