Red dot scopes?

nc.hunter · 06-24-2008, 08:52 PM

Guys, How exactly do red dot scopes work? Are they good for shooting moving objects? And how would a red dot scope work for a .22LR?

SgtKnuckles · 06-24-2008, 10:17 PM

~RedDots have unlimited Eye relief~put the Red Dot on target, pull the trigger~you can Shoot both eyes wide open~there for Quick target acquisition at short ranges~some guys swear that a Deer can see the Red Dot and get Spooked, a green dot they don't get spooked~mine has Red & Green Retical~

big shrek · 06-25-2008, 07:09 PM

I haven't seen the green one...anyone got a pic?

SgtKnuckles · 06-26-2008, 04:02 PM

I think, most any that you would buy these days will be Red & Green Dot Scopes... Pretty big list Here at right Prices...
Green Dot Scopes, Outdoor Sports, Sporting Goods items on eBay.com=
Having flip-up caps & Tactical "T" is nice...

Diller23 · 07-18-2008, 02:14 AM

I use red dot for deer and I dont have problems.

madcratebuilder · 07-18-2008, 06:47 AM

The 'dot' is projected on the lens of the scope, it's not a laser dot. Nothing for deer to see. They are great for picking up moving targets. I like the red in bright light and the green in dim light.

nathangdad · 07-18-2008, 07:00 AM

I think you would enjoy it for .22 caliber plinking and perhaps a rabbit or other smaller game at fairly close distances. While some people do advocate this type scope for hunting I remain with the group that likes a good quality scope.

However, this is a forum and you will get differing opinions which is for the good.

This is one of those products that come along every so often for which people develop quite honest yet varying observations as to value.

TonyAngel · 08-13-2008, 01:12 PM

Well, the answer to the question of whether a red dot is good for shooting at moving targets is yes and no.

It really depends on the red dot that you are using. With some of the cheapie, made in China red dots, not having the dot in the center of the scope when you are taking aim can affect the point of impact. This may or may not affect you, depending on what you are shooting at and how far off your scope is when the dot is not in the center of the scope when aiming.

I have several red dot scopes and really favor the aimpoints, although they are expensive. I do have a couple of adco red dots that were much less expensive than the aimpoints and have not had any problems with them.

For me, I like small scopes. Nothing bigger than 30mm. Since red dots work well with a "two eyes open" style of shooting, a larger scope just seems to get in the way for me, but this is just personal preference. If money is no object, check out one of the aimpoint micros. I just got a T1 and it is superb. Very small and unobtrusive. Adds very little weight to the firearm.

06-24-2008, 08:52 PM	#1
nc.hunter Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Forsyth county of north carolina Posts: 213 Trader Rating: (0)	Red dot scopes? Guys, How exactly do red dot scopes work? Are they good for shooting moving objects? And how would a red dot scope work for a .22LR? __________________ I'M A SOUTHERNER THROUGH AND THROUGH!

06-25-2008, 07:09 PM	#3
big shrek Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Northwest, FL Posts: 375 Trader Rating: (0)	I haven't seen the green one...anyone got a pic? __________________ No worry I are just der big dumb troll nevermind dis here notepad I am just countin' ma toes.

06-26-2008, 04:02 PM	#4
SgtKnuckles Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 142 Trader Rating: (0)	I think, most any that you would buy these days will be Red & Green Dot Scopes... Pretty big list Here at right Prices... Green Dot Scopes, Outdoor Sports, Sporting Goods items on eBay.com= Having flip-up caps & Tactical "T" is nice... Last edited by SgtKnuckles; 06-26-2008 at 04:18 PM.

07-18-2008, 06:47 AM	#6
madcratebuilder Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Northern Orygun Posts: 498 Trader Rating: (0)	The 'dot' is projected on the lens of the scope, it's not a laser dot. Nothing for deer to see. They are great for picking up moving targets. I like the red in bright light and the green in dim light. __________________ The difference between a hot dog and a weenie is a fine line.....

07-18-2008, 07:00 AM	#7
nathangdad Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 2,271 Trader Rating: (0)	The dot is as explained by an earlier poster. I think you would enjoy it for .22 caliber plinking and perhaps a rabbit or other smaller game at fairly close distances. While some people do advocate this type scope for hunting I remain with the group that likes a good quality scope. However, this is a forum and you will get differing opinions which is for the good. This is one of those products that come along every so often for which people develop quite honest yet varying observations as to value.

06-24-2008, 10:17 PM	#2
SgtKnuckles Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 142 Trader Rating: (0)	~RedDots have unlimited Eye relief~put the Red Dot on target, pull the trigger~you can Shoot both eyes wide open~there for Quick target acquisition at short ranges~some guys swear that a Deer can see the Red Dot and get Spooked, a green dot they don't get spooked~mine has Red & Green Retical~

07-18-2008, 02:14 AM	#5
Diller23 Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 30 Trader Rating: (0)	I use red dot for deer and I dont have problems.

08-13-2008, 01:12 PM	#8
TonyAngel Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 10 Trader Rating: (0)	Well, the answer to the question of whether a red dot is good for shooting at moving targets is yes and no. It really depends on the red dot that you are using. With some of the cheapie, made in China red dots, not having the dot in the center of the scope when you are taking aim can affect the point of impact. This may or may not affect you, depending on what you are shooting at and how far off your scope is when the dot is not in the center of the scope when aiming. I have several red dot scopes and really favor the aimpoints, although they are expensive. I do have a couple of adco red dots that were much less expensive than the aimpoints and have not had any problems with them. For me, I like small scopes. Nothing bigger than 30mm. Since red dots work well with a "two eyes open" style of shooting, a larger scope just seems to get in the way for me, but this is just personal preference. If money is no object, check out one of the aimpoint micros. I just got a T1 and it is superb. Very small and unobtrusive. Adds very little weight to the firearm.