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Two of the most-recommended carbine red dots take opposite approaches to the same job. The Trijicon MRO is a tube. The Holosun AEMS is an open frame. Both are rugged, both are proven, and the differen … read more

Reflex red dots and holographic weapon sights both give you a fast, both-eyes-open aiming point with effectively unlimited eye relief. How they produce that reticle is where they part ways. How each … read more

Mounting a pistol red dot is straightforward once one thing clicks: the footprint. A footprint is the specific pattern of screw holes and recoil lugs on the bottom of the optic, and it has to match wh … read more

A magnifier sits behind your red dot or holographic sight and, when you need it, adds fixed magnification — typically 3x or 5x. Flip it in to confirm and stretch your effective range; flip it to the s … read more

Reticle color is a real decision, not just a preference. The human eye is most sensitive to wavelengths in the green part of the spectrum, which is why a green dot can look brighter and crisper than a … read more