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Posted: 11/12/2009 12:26:30 PM EDT
| I am thinking about buying the 551 or a 511. Need some input based on experiences of others on performance, good and bad. |
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I've had a couple EOTechs. Had an older model 511 that quit working one day. New batteries didn't help so I sent it to L3. They fixed it and returned it in 3 weeks. No more problems from it. Also had a 557 with the BDC reticle and a 3x FTS magnifier. It was nice but I wasn't crazy about the magnifier.
I sold them both and bought other optics. I prefer an Aimpoint for a red dot and a 1-4 SPR type scope if I need low magnification. |
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After ALL OF THE INFO out there about Eotechs and problems do people STILL keep wanting them? Has there been a scientific study conducted on the failure rate of Eotechs? All of the 552's that I ever saw in service continued to work just fine under heavy use. My own 512 is great. Plus, the reticle cannot be beat. Now, if Aimpoint were to offer one of their units with the same (or similar) reticle, then I'd buy it, as I like the Aimpoint form-factor better. But, until then, I will purchase Eotechs for my rifles. |
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Still using the same 511 REV F for about 2 yrs now with no complaints.
Besides the odd batteries they take I am more than happy. Quite a while ago I found an awesome deal on N cell batteries online and stocked up so I am GTG. Personally I love the 1MOA dot in the 65MOA circle reticle, very fast and works great for me 
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