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Posted: 8/22/2012 7:06:58 AM EDT
| Well, after a year out the AR world, I recently purchased a new DD M4V7. My issue is this-I wear contacts for distance and use progressive reading glasses for close up work. I cannot clearly visualize the front sight on my rifle or handguns, hence I point shoot my pistol. I have a Vortex Strikefire red dot, which is OK but he dot is a bit large/fuzzy with the contacts. I cannot shoot with the magnifier without my glasses on. I was wondering if anyone else has this issue, and if so, what sight have you experienced to be better? Does a micro dot help or would an Eotech work better? Suggestions? |
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This could be due to having an astigmatism. A quick Google search regarding astigmatism and red dot sight will yield plenty of explanations.
From what I understand, if I recall correctly, Trijicon ACOGs are good for astigmatism due to their design and the reticle should be crisp. I would confirm this though by checking out an ACOG at a local dealer/shop. Many should be along soon to offer more knowledgeable & experienced input. |
| Here's a topic I just found about Eotechs & Astigmatism. It sounds like you would have the same trouble with Eotechs as well. |
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Due to astigmatism I finally gave up on Eotechs/Aimpoints and settled on the Leupold Prismatic 1x, its adjustable focus makes for a sharp/clear reticle & sight picture. Range report here: http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_6_43/368648_Range_Report__The_Leupold_Prismatic_Revisited.html
Tomac |
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