On Optics
The three most common types of optics for modern battle rifles, such as the AR or AK, are red dots, low fixed power scopes, and variable power scopes. All three are good, and all three can readily run at distances ranging from up close all the way out to 300 yards.
Make no mistake, each of these optics has its limitations, as well. Here are some observations on that, as well as some advice on how to train around the limitations of your choice of optic.
1. Low fixed power scope.
Train on your target acquisition up close.
This optic is ideal for engagements Beyond 50 yards. However, its limitation is close engagements. You will need to focus extra effort on target acquisition up close. Look at using the bindon aiming concept (BAC). Practice your ready ups religiously.
2. Red dot sight.
Train to bear down on longer-range shots.
A red dot is a very fast acquisition optic. It is wonderful in close quarters. It's also very good and medium-range shots - 50 to 200 yards. Make no mistake, it can be used for 300 to 500 yard shots, but one must bear down and really focus.
3. Variable power optics.
Train to reset them to 1-power after each engagement.
The variable power optic offers you the advantages of a scope and a red dot all in one package. Needless to say, you won't have time to dial it down to "1" prior to a close range engagement - it needs to be there already. Conversely, you will have time to dial it up to its highest magnification for long range dot-dot. If you didn't have time to dial it up for a long range shot, then you didn't have a long range shot opportunity to begin with.
Make no mistake, each of these optics has its limitations, as well. Here are some observations on that, as well as some advice on how to train around the limitations of your choice of optic.
1. Low fixed power scope.
Train on your target acquisition up close.
This optic is ideal for engagements Beyond 50 yards. However, its limitation is close engagements. You will need to focus extra effort on target acquisition up close. Look at using the bindon aiming concept (BAC). Practice your ready ups religiously.
2. Red dot sight.
Train to bear down on longer-range shots.
A red dot is a very fast acquisition optic. It is wonderful in close quarters. It's also very good and medium-range shots - 50 to 200 yards. Make no mistake, it can be used for 300 to 500 yard shots, but one must bear down and really focus.
3. Variable power optics.
Train to reset them to 1-power after each engagement.
The variable power optic offers you the advantages of a scope and a red dot all in one package. Needless to say, you won't have time to dial it down to "1" prior to a close range engagement - it needs to be there already. Conversely, you will have time to dial it up to its highest magnification for long range dot-dot. If you didn't have time to dial it up for a long range shot, then you didn't have a long range shot opportunity to begin with.
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