Aimpoint,
a Swedish manufacturer, was the first to produce an electronic
version of the iron sight system. It has continued to provide
innovations in firearm optics and has expanded its catalog of quality
optics introducing a new generation of compact model optics in the
fall of 2014. It has also offered AR shooters optics that are
tailored for their customized firearms. However, overall performance is what counts as the comparison video demonstrates at the end of this article.
The Micro T-2 Sight is an updated version of the Micro T-1. The
Micro series was introduced in 2007 by Aimpoint making it a worldwide
standard for compact reflex sights.
Another great thing about the T-2 is it
has been designed to work with a variety of firearms, from pistol to
shotgun to rifle. The T-2 is called the Aimpoint Carbine Optic,
designed for tactical rifles. It has a two-minute of angle red dot
that provides fast target acquisition and accuracy at varied
distances. It is waterproof and comes with a constant-use battery
that lasts 5 years versus the ACO battery that lasts one year.
Another difference between the T1 and
T-2 is the MSRP. The ACO sells for $393 and the Micro T-2 has an MSRP
of $846; but everyone knows that quality optics cost more than those
with less features and less quality. The magnification is 1x with an
adjustment of one click, 1/2-inches at 100 yards. The battery is the
3V Lithium, type CR2032. The housing is extruded high strength
aluminum that is 2.7 inches long, weighing just 3.4 ounces. The ACO
is a bit heavier at 7.8 ounces using type 2L76 or DL1/3N 3V Lithium
battery and 5.1 inches long.
The Aimpoint optics feature sights that
work in all light conditions. Fully submersible and has been tested
for use in arctic and tropic weather conditions according to the manufacturer. The mechanical
switch and push buttons will not freeze and easy to use when wearing
gloves. Settings can be changed while aiming through the sight.
Some of Aimpoint's models are
compatible with NVD [night-vision devices], which gives them even
greater capability range. When used with a 3rd generation
NVD the sight picture is clear and bright. It's versatility offers an
NVD mounted behind the sight on a rail or helmet-mounted night vision
devices. However, it did not test well for night tactical use or night home defense conditions.
The following video compares leading quick optics reflex sights with several important tests. Aimpoint does not come out the winner with Aimpoint coming in at last place when it comes to price comparison and MSE winning ...
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