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Optic Selection Guide

Compare the optics we offer and choose the model that best fits your hunting style, preferred reticle and budget. Package savings may be available when an optic and a Meadow Creek mount are added to the cart.

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Best Seller Burris FastFire 3 – 3 MOA

Burris

FastFire 3 – 3 MOA

Optic price$229.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A proven, lightweight red dot with a precise aiming point and simple controls.
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Best forPrecision-minded hunters wanting a lightweight, dependable optic
Footprint
Docter
Emitter
Open
Reticle
3 MOA red dot
Battery
Top-loading CR1632
Activation
Push-button with automatic brightness mode
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Simple, uncluttered aiming point
  • Convenient battery access
Our take

Precision-minded hunters wanting a lightweight, dependable optic. Its dot-only reticle keeps operation straightforward and uncluttered.

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Fast Acquisition Burris FastFire 3 – 8 MOA

Burris

FastFire 3 – 8 MOA

Optic price$229.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

The familiar FastFire 3 with a larger dot that is quick to find at shotgun distances.
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Best forTurkey hunting and close-range shooting where speed matters most
Footprint
Docter
Emitter
Open
Reticle
8 MOA red dot
Battery
Top-loading CR1632
Activation
Push-button with automatic brightness mode
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Simple, uncluttered aiming point
  • Convenient battery access
Our take

Turkey hunting and close-range shooting where speed matters most. Its dot-only reticle keeps operation straightforward and uncluttered.

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Most Versatile Burris FastFire 4

Burris

FastFire 4

Optic price$349.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A large-window FastFire with four selectable reticles for changing between speed and precision.
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Best forHunters wanting a large window and multiple reticle choices
Footprint
Docter
Emitter
Open; optional weather shield available
Reticle
Four selectable red reticles
Battery
CR1632
Activation
Push-button, automatic brightness and 8-hour shutoff
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Selectable reticles adapt to speed or precision
  • Convenient battery access
Our take

Hunters wanting a large window and multiple reticle choices. The selectable reticle system gives you more flexibility than a dot-only model.

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Enclosed Emitter Burris FastFire E – Red

Burris

FastFire E – Red

Optic price$279.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A fully enclosed, always-ready optic built to keep rain, mud and debris away from the emitter.
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Best forHarsh weather and hunters wanting maximum emitter protection
Footprint
ACRO
Emitter
Enclosed
Reticle
3.5 MOA red dot
Battery
Side-loading CR2032
Activation
Always on
  • Enclosed housing protects the emitter from moisture and debris
  • Simple, uncluttered aiming point
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Harsh weather and hunters wanting maximum emitter protection. Its dot-only reticle keeps operation straightforward and uncluttered.

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Enclosed Emitter Burris FastFire E – Green

Burris

FastFire E – Green

Optic price$279.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

The enclosed FastFire E with a bright green aiming point and excellent protection from the elements.
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Best forHarsh weather and hunters who prefer a green aiming point
Footprint
ACRO
Emitter
Enclosed
Reticle
3.5 MOA green dot
Battery
Side-loading CR2032
Activation
Always on
  • Enclosed housing protects the emitter from moisture and debris
  • Simple, uncluttered aiming point
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Harsh weather and hunters who prefer a green aiming point. Its dot-only reticle keeps operation straightforward and uncluttered.

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Enclosed Emitter Vortex Venom Enclosed – 3 MOA Red

Vortex

Venom Enclosed – 3 MOA Red

Optic price$199.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

An enclosed red-dot sight with motion activation, a clear aiming point and excellent weather protection.
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Best forEnclosed protection with a precise red aiming point
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Delta Point Pro
Emitter
Enclosed
Reticle
3 MOA red dot
Battery
Side-loading CR2032
Activation
Motion activated with 10-minute shutoff
  • Enclosed housing protects the emitter from moisture and debris
  • Simple, uncluttered aiming point
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Enclosed protection with a precise red aiming point. Its dot-only reticle keeps operation straightforward and uncluttered.

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Green Dot Available Vortex Venom Enclosed – 3 MOA Green

Vortex

Venom Enclosed – 3 MOA Green

Optic price$199.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A weather-protected enclosed optic with a crisp green dot and motion-activated readiness.
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Best forEnclosed protection with a green aiming point
Footprint
Delta Point Pro
Emitter
Enclosed
Reticle
3 MOA green dot
Battery
Side-loading CR2032
Activation
Motion activated with 10-minute shutoff
  • Enclosed housing protects the emitter from moisture and debris
  • Simple, uncluttered aiming point
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Enclosed protection with a green aiming point. Its dot-only reticle keeps operation straightforward and uncluttered.

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Enclosed Emitter Vortex Venom Enclosed – 6 MOA Red

Vortex

Venom Enclosed – 6 MOA Red

Optic price$199.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

The enclosed Venom with a larger red dot designed for rapid acquisition at typical shotgun distances.
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Best forFast close-range acquisition with enclosed protection
Footprint
Delta Point Pro
Emitter
Enclosed
Reticle
6 MOA red dot
Battery
Side-loading CR2032
Activation
Motion activated with 10-minute shutoff
  • Enclosed housing protects the emitter from moisture and debris
  • Simple, uncluttered aiming point
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Fast close-range acquisition with enclosed protection. Its dot-only reticle keeps operation straightforward and uncluttered.

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Low Price Holosun 407C X2 – Red

Holosun

407C X2 – Red

Optic price$185.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A durable solar-assisted optic with a clean 2 MOA dot, shake-awake and excellent battery life.
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Best forValue-focused shoppers wanting a simple full-size Holosun
Footprint
RMR
Emitter
Open
Reticle
2 MOA red dot
Battery
Side-loading CR1632 · Solar panel backup
Activation
Shake Awake
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Simple, uncluttered aiming point
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Value-focused shoppers wanting a simple full-size Holosun. Its dot-only reticle keeps operation straightforward and uncluttered.

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Low Price Holosun 407C X2 – Green

Holosun

407C X2 – Green

Optic price$193.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

The green-reticle version of the proven 407C X2, with solar backup and motion activation.
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Best forValue-focused shoppers wanting a simple green Holosun
Footprint
RMR
Emitter
Open
Reticle
2 MOA green dot
Battery
Side-loading CR1632 · Solar panel backup
Activation
Shake Awake
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Simple, uncluttered aiming point
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Value-focused shoppers wanting a simple green Holosun. Its dot-only reticle keeps operation straightforward and uncluttered.

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New! Holosun 407C X3 – Red

Holosun

407C X3 – Red

Optic price$239.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

The updated 407C adds automatic brightness and extended runtime while retaining its simple 2 MOA dot.
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Best forHunters wanting a current-generation, automatically adjusting Holosun
Footprint
RMR
Emitter
Open
Reticle
2 MOA red dot
Battery
Side-loading CR1632 · Solar panel backup
Activation
Shake Awake and automatic brightness
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Simple, uncluttered aiming point
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Hunters wanting a current-generation, automatically adjusting Holosun. Its dot-only reticle keeps operation straightforward and uncluttered.

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New! Holosun 407C X3 – Green

Holosun

407C X3 – Green

Optic price$249.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A green 2 MOA dot with automatic brightness, solar backup and motion-activated readiness.
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Best forHunters wanting automatic adjustment with a green aiming point
Footprint
RMR
Emitter
Open
Reticle
2 MOA green dot
Battery
Side-loading CR1632 · Solar panel backup
Activation
Shake Awake and automatic brightness
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Simple, uncluttered aiming point
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Hunters wanting automatic adjustment with a green aiming point. Its dot-only reticle keeps operation straightforward and uncluttered.

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New Gold Reticle! Holosun 407C X3 – Gold

Holosun

407C X3 – Gold

Optic price$239.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A high-contrast gold 2 MOA dot paired with the X3 series automatic brightness and solar system.
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Best forHunters who see a gold aiming point more clearly than red or green
Footprint
RMR
Emitter
Open
Reticle
2 MOA gold dot
Battery
Side-loading CR1632 · Solar panel backup
Activation
Shake Awake and automatic brightness
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Simple, uncluttered aiming point
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Hunters who see a gold aiming point more clearly than red or green. Its dot-only reticle keeps operation straightforward and uncluttered.

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Low Price Holosun 507C X2 – Red

Holosun

507C X2 – Red

Optic price$232.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A solar-assisted Holosun with selectable dot, circle or circle-dot reticles and shake-awake.
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Best forHunters wanting proven multi-reticle flexibility
Footprint
RMR
Emitter
Open
Reticle
2 MOA red dot and 32 MOA circle
Battery
Side-loading CR1632 · Solar panel backup
Activation
Shake Awake
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Selectable reticles adapt to speed or precision
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Hunters wanting proven multi-reticle flexibility. The selectable reticle system gives you more flexibility than a dot-only model.

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Low Price Holosun 507C X2 – Green

Holosun

507C X2 – Green

Optic price$255.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

The green multi-reticle 507C with selectable dot, circle and circle-dot modes.
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Best forHunters wanting proven multi-reticle flexibility in green
Footprint
RMR
Emitter
Open
Reticle
2 MOA green dot and 32 MOA circle
Battery
Side-loading CR1632 · Solar panel backup
Activation
Shake Awake
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Selectable reticles adapt to speed or precision
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Hunters wanting proven multi-reticle flexibility in green. The selectable reticle system gives you more flexibility than a dot-only model.

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New! Holosun 507C X3 – Red

Holosun

507C X3 – Red

Optic price$299.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

The newest 507C combines selectable reticles with automatic brightness and extended battery performance.
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Best forHunters wanting Holosun’s newest full-size multi-reticle system
Footprint
RMR
Emitter
Open
Reticle
2 MOA red dot and 32 MOA circle
Battery
Side-loading CR1632 · Solar panel backup
Activation
Shake Awake and automatic brightness
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Selectable reticles adapt to speed or precision
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Hunters wanting Holosun’s newest full-size multi-reticle system. The selectable reticle system gives you more flexibility than a dot-only model.

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New! Holosun 507C X3 – Green

Holosun

507C X3 – Green

Optic price$329.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A green selectable-reticle optic with automatic brightness, solar backup and shake-awake.
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Best forHunters wanting premium green multi-reticle flexibility
Footprint
RMR
Emitter
Open
Reticle
2 MOA green dot and 32 MOA circle
Battery
Side-loading CR1632 · Solar panel backup
Activation
Shake Awake and automatic brightness
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Selectable reticles adapt to speed or precision
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Hunters wanting premium green multi-reticle flexibility. The selectable reticle system gives you more flexibility than a dot-only model.

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New Gold Reticle Holosun 507C X3 – Gold

Holosun

507C X3 – Gold

Optic price$299.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A distinctive gold multi-reticle system with automatic brightness and the updated X3 feature set.
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Best forHunters wanting selectable reticles with a high-contrast gold aiming point
Footprint
RMR
Emitter
Open
Reticle
2 MOA gold dot and 32 MOA circle
Battery
Side-loading CR1632 · Solar panel backup
Activation
Shake Awake and automatic brightness
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Selectable reticles adapt to speed or precision
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Hunters wanting selectable reticles with a high-contrast gold aiming point. The selectable reticle system gives you more flexibility than a dot-only model.

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Compact Holosun 407K X2 – Red

Holosun

407K X2 – Red

Optic price$224.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A narrow, lightweight Holosun with a bold 6 MOA dot and motion-activated readiness.
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Best forSmall, lightweight setups where a large dot is preferred
Footprint
RMS / RMSc / Holosun K
Emitter
Open
Reticle
6 MOA red dot
Battery
Side-loading CR1632
Activation
Shake Awake
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Simple, uncluttered aiming point
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Small, lightweight setups where a large dot is preferred. Its dot-only reticle keeps operation straightforward and uncluttered.

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Compact Holosun 407K X2 – Green

Holosun

407K X2 – Green

Optic price$239.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A compact green-dot Holosun with a large 6 MOA aiming point that is fast to acquire.
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Best forSmall setups and hunters who prefer a large green dot
Footprint
RMS / RMSc / Holosun K
Emitter
Open
Reticle
6 MOA green dot
Battery
Side-loading CR1632
Activation
Shake Awake
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Simple, uncluttered aiming point
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Small setups and hunters who prefer a large green dot. Its dot-only reticle keeps operation straightforward and uncluttered.

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Compact Holosun 507K X2 – Red

Holosun

507K X2 – Red

Optic price$295.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A compact selectable-reticle Holosun offering dot, circle and circle-dot modes in a narrow body.
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Best forSmall setups that still need multi-reticle flexibility
Footprint
RMS / RMSc / Holosun K
Emitter
Open
Reticle
2 MOA red dot and 32 MOA circle
Battery
Side-loading CR1632
Activation
Shake Awake
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Selectable reticles adapt to speed or precision
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Small setups that still need multi-reticle flexibility. The selectable reticle system gives you more flexibility than a dot-only model.

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Compact Holosun 507K X2 – Green

Holosun

507K X2 – Green

Optic price$319.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

The compact 507K multi-reticle system with a highly visible green dot and circle.
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Best forSmall setups requiring selectable green reticles
Footprint
RMS / RMSc / Holosun K
Emitter
Open
Reticle
2 MOA green dot and 32 MOA circle
Battery
Side-loading CR1632
Activation
Shake Awake
  • Open design provides an unobstructed sight picture
  • Selectable reticles adapt to speed or precision
  • Battery changes without removing the optic
Our take

Small setups requiring selectable green reticles. The selectable reticle system gives you more flexibility than a dot-only model.

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No Mount Required Vortex Viper Shotgun Enclosed Micro Red Dot – 3 MOA

Vortex

Viper Shotgun Enclosed Micro Red Dot – 3 MOA

Optic price$299.99 No mount required For drilled and tapped shotgun receivers only. Meadow Creek mounts are not compatible with this optic.

An enclosed 3 MOA red dot with an integrated mount that attaches directly to a compatible drilled and tapped shotgun receiver.
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Best forCompatible drilled and tapped shotgun receivers that do not need a separate optic mount
Footprint
Direct to receiver
Emitter
Enclosed
Reticle
3 MOA red dot
Battery
Side-loading CR2032
Activation
Motion activation
  • Integrated receiver mount eliminates a separate optic plate
  • Enclosed emitter helps protect the sighting system from weather and debris
  • Low-profile shotgun-specific design
Our take

This optic mounts directly to a compatible drilled and tapped shotgun receiver. It does not use—and is not compatible with—a Meadow Creek mount.

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No Mount Required Vortex Viper Shotgun Enclosed Multi-Reticle

Vortex

Viper Shotgun Enclosed Multi-Reticle

Optic price$349.99 No mount required For drilled and tapped shotgun receivers only. Meadow Creek mounts are not compatible with this optic.

An enclosed multi-reticle optic with an integrated mount for compatible drilled and tapped shotgun receivers.
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Best forShotgun hunters wanting selectable reticles without a separate optic mount
Footprint
Direct to receiver
Emitter
Enclosed
Reticle
3 MOA red dot and 32 MOA circle
Battery
Side-loading CR2032
Activation
Motion activation
  • Selectable reticles support fast acquisition or a cleaner aiming point
  • Integrated receiver mount eliminates a separate optic plate
  • Enclosed emitter helps protect against weather and debris
Our take

This optic mounts directly to a compatible drilled and tapped shotgun receiver. It does not use—and is not compatible with—a Meadow Creek mount.

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Time Tested AT3 Tactical ARO

AT3 Tactical

ARO

Optic price$149.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A straightforward open-emitter 3 MOA red dot with proven controls and strong value.
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Best forHunters who want a simple, affordable dot with manual controls
Footprint
Docter
Emitter
Open
Reticle
3 MOA red dot
Battery
CR1632
Activation
Push-button controls with 6-hour auto shutoff
  • Crisp 3 MOA aiming point
  • Simple manual brightness controls
  • Strong value for a field-ready optic
Our take

A practical choice when you want a reliable dot without paying for extra electronics.

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Best Value! AT3 Tactical ARO Mini – Red

AT3 Tactical

ARO Mini – Red

Optic price$149.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A compact red-dot optic with Shake Awake and automatic brightness in a lightweight package.
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Best forCompact setups that need useful electronic features at an approachable price
Footprint
RMS / RMSc / Holosun K
Emitter
Open
Reticle
3 MOA red dot
Battery
Top-loading CR1632
Activation
Shake Awake and auto-brightness
  • Shake Awake helps conserve battery life
  • Automatic brightness adapts to changing light
  • Compact footprint keeps the setup light
Our take

One of the best feature-to-price combinations in the guide.

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Feature Packed AT3 Tactical ARO Mini – Green

AT3 Tactical

ARO Mini – Green

Optic price$159.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A compact green-dot optic with Shake Awake and automatic brightness.
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Best forHunters who prefer a highly visible green aiming point in a compact optic
Footprint
RMS / RMSc / Holosun K
Emitter
Open
Reticle
3 MOA green dot
Battery
Top-loading CR1632
Activation
Shake Awake and auto-brightness
  • Green dot can be easier to pick up in varied backgrounds
  • Shake Awake helps conserve battery life
  • Automatic brightness adapts to available light
Our take

A compact, feature-rich choice for customers who see green more clearly than red.

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Portable Charging Cover Osight Osight S

Osight

Osight S

Optic price$212.49 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A compact multi-reticle optic with a rechargeable protective cover that adds power between trips.
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Best forHunters who value compact size, selectable reticles and convenient recharging
Footprint
RMS / RMSc / Holosun K
Emitter
Open
Reticle
2 MOA red dot and 32 MOA circle
Battery
Rechargeable battery with portable charging cover
Activation
Motion sensor and auto-brightness
  • Charging cover protects and recharges the optic
  • Selectable dot and circle-dot reticles
  • Compact footprint works well on streamlined setups
Our take

A convenient option for anyone who prefers rechargeable equipment over carrying spare coin-cell batteries.

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Side-Load Battery Osight Osight SE – Red

Osight

Osight SE – Red

Optic price$219.99 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

An enclosed red-dot optic with convenient side-loading battery access.
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Best forHunters wanting an enclosed emitter without removing the optic for battery changes
Footprint
RMS / RMSc / Holosun K
Emitter
Enclosed
Reticle
2 MOA red dot and 32 MOA circle
Battery
Side-loading battery
Activation
Motion sensor and auto-brightness
  • Enclosed emitter helps protect against weather and debris
  • Side-loading battery simplifies replacement
  • Selectable reticle supports speed or precision
Our take

A weather-ready enclosed option with easy battery access.

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Portable Charging Cover Osight Osight X

Osight

Osight X

Optic price$195.49 Save 10% off the optic price by also purchasing a mount

A full-size multi-reticle optic with a portable charging cover and broad RMR compatibility.
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Best forHunters wanting selectable reticles and rechargeable convenience in an RMR-size optic
Footprint
RMR
Emitter
Open
Reticle
3 MOA red dot and 32 MOA circle
Battery
Rechargeable battery with portable charging cover
Activation
Motion sensor and auto-brightness
  • Charging cover protects and recharges the optic
  • Selectable dot and circle-dot reticles
  • RMR footprint offers broad mounting compatibility
Our take

A strong fit for customers who want rechargeable convenience in a full-size optic.

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