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Posted: 12/30/2010 8:15:26 PM EDT
| hi, im looking to get an eotech but im wanting to know about their durability does anyone have any input |
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There are more reported problems w/Eotechs than Aimpoints but both are combat-proven in the sandbox. Eotech's customer service is reportedly very good but I've owned Eotech 512's & 517's and over the years haven't had any problems w/any of them. If using an AA version be sure to use lithiums only to avoid possible battery leakage (alkalines are notorious for this).
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To reiterate what has already been said...both Eos and Aimpoints have strengths and weaknesses; I prefer the EoTech.
I have never had a problem with any of the ones I have/had and I beat them pretty badly. I could run either and I'm running the EoTech. I prefer the EoTech format (HUD-type display with aiming ring) over "looking thru a tube at a tiny dot". If you have any eye-dominance problems (i.e. "opposite" eye dominant or can't (easily) hold both eyes open while aiming) then you will probably prefer the Eo as well. |
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I think "durability" wise they are strong enough.
They sometimes like to eat batteries quicker than normal. And as a few others have stated the heavy AA batteries can tend to "flatten" the battery contacts under repeated recoil, if you find that its a problem you can just add a bit of silicone under the tabs and it will act as a cushion to prevent them from flattening. |
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The Eotech I had was very reliable but a battery hog. A buddy of mine had his get condensation inside it and caused the batteries to corrode. Eotech gave him a free sight. As for as durability I prefer Aimpoint and switched out all my sights to that. When I was at the shot show on 2008 and asked the on durability Aimpoint rep was more than willing to throw (and I mean throw) any sight across the floor. I didn't ask the Eotech rep. since he seamed a little to concerned about people dropping the demo models for me to ask. I personally chose Aimpoint for my work duty rifle for the long battery life and ease of power settings. (since if I need the rifle. It will be in a hurry) It all came down to a knob that was faster for me to use than pushing a button. But, in the end it's what you want, what you are using it for, and both have been proven in combat. Eotech is faster to aim with and has a larger field of view. The circle dot can be used to range with too. Aimpoint has easier controls and longer battery life. Slightly slower for me to aim with vs. Eotech but, having the sight on and not worrying about the battery makes that speed up.
One sight not mentioned here to much is the Trijicon Tripower. I do love the Trijicon Tripower's chevron recticle and if they would have better battery life and give you the option of brighter tritum source instead of the night vision one. I feel that that would be my top choice. |
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(i.e. "opposite" eye dominant or can't (easily) hold both eyes open while aiming) then you will probably prefer the Eo as well.
im glad u said that cause that is exactly my problem Mine too. I use eotech 512's. I have 3. I have never had a problem & have no battery drain issues. Most if these reported problems are with old ones. The newer ones from eotech are a lot better in the reliability/quality department. And battery life? Well the aimpoint has got that, but a eotech will last easily 3-6 months on batteries. The aimpoint is years. Common, how many actually need a battery to last a year? It's such a cop out when one compares the 2 sights. AA batteries can tend to "flatten" the battery contacts under repeated recoil,
This has been fixed for a long time. They had a kit that was installed to fix it & all new models have this fix In the durability department your not going to break one. These are being used in wars right now. Several members here that have them are using them as we speak in the sandbox. |
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I've beat teh hell out of a 512, and it still runs.I think the only thing that'll put down that eotech is the battery bounce issue, which may have been resolved by teh XPS. whats battery bounce? Been addressed by a few other posters already, but just in case, recoil mkaes hte batteries jiggle back and forth; losing contact, jinkying springs, etc. Oh, adn as far as battery life, no doubt that aimpoint is much better, but that's also the difference between the two technologies of laser and led. FWIW, I've never seen a structurally damaged eotech, but have seen several aimpooints rendered useless with busted power knobs. |
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I've beat teh hell out of a 512, and it still runs.I think the only thing that'll put down that eotech is the battery bounce issue, which may have been resolved by teh XPS. whats battery bounce? Been addressed by a few other posters already, but just in case, recoil mkaes hte batteries jiggle back and forth; losing contact, jinkying springs, etc. Oh, adn as far as battery life, no doubt that aimpoint is much better, but that's also the difference between the two technologies of laser and led. FWIW, I've never seen a structurally damaged eotech, but have seen several aimpooints rendered useless with busted power knobs. thanks for all the info everyone, ill be saving up for the xps-2 |
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oh wow now that is very impressive, now to make sure i got this right, the only diff between the xps2 and xps3 is the option of NV correct? cause if so ill save myself $100 and get teh xps2 |
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oh wow now that is very impressive, now to make sure i got this right, the only diff between the xps2 and xps3 is the option of NV correct? cause if so ill save myself $100 and get teh xps2 Yes but, there are also the newer EXPSs with side mounted controls...even if you don't run a magnifier I find the side controls more convenient. |
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You might also want to consider upgrading the mounting system, IME the stock mount can shoot loose after a few hundred rounds. I went with the GG&G cam because it doesn't change the mounted height of the unit. Locktite Blue solves that issue for me every time  / Although a QD mount does sound appealing...
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You might also want to consider upgrading the mounting system, IME the stock mount can shoot loose after a few hundred rounds. I went with the GG&G cam because it doesn't change the mounted height of the unit. when i get it i plan on getting the GG&G QD mount/lens cover combo from them |
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