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Posted: 4/4/2008 6:39:28 PM EDT
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I think I have narrowed it down to a eotech but I'm just not sure which one. What benefits do you get that justify the price difference between models such as the 512, 552 or 553? I tried the search function but keep getting nothing, may be down. jtcannonball |
| If you are not planning to use it with night vision save the $$ and get the 512. Eotechs like to get corrosion on the battery terminals so check them every so often. I don't why this is. I check mine every so often, but I alsowipe the batteries and terminals with an electronics anti-oxidant (Caig Labs D-5) |
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I'd definitely stick with the AA versions. The N-cell versions I've used have had some major issues with battery life being far shorter than reported on EO-Tech's sight. The AA versions have lived up to their advertising. If you don't need the night vision, don't get it as an option. I've seen a number of shooters accidentally hit their NV button while trying to turn the brightness up/down. You can't see the reticle in NV mode with your naked eye making it an issue if you hit that NV button in the middle of a competition... or worse, a real shooting. |
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You should only use good quality brand name batteries, for starters. I had some of those cheap Costco batteries leak into several pieces of gear - never again! If you want maximum battery life and shelf life, get name-brand lithium AA cells. Those are the ones that are spec'ed for 1000 hour battery life, while the alkalines are spec'ed at 600. Name-brand lithiums cost more, but are less likely to leak, have much longer shelf life, and perform much better at low temperatures, compared to alkaline. |
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