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Minimalist Rifle Red Dot- Trijicon RM09

Jan 12 • Reviews • 12350

When you think red dot sights, you probably don’t assume you’re going to be throwing lead past 150 yards accurately with one. The reasoning behind this notion is that most red dot sights feature larger MOA dots meant for quick target engagements and close distances. Those larger dots end up covering most if not all of your target at distance and we all know that you can’t shoot what you can’t see right?

What if you took a red dot and threw a small 1 MOA dot in it? That’s exactly what Trijicon did with their RM09 Ruggedized Miniature Reflex sight (RMR). They took their bombproof mini red dot and equipped it with a smaller dot and made it the ultimate lightweight AR15 optic.

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Vortex Razor Red Dot- High Value RDS Option

Dec 23 • News • 27363

I recently had the opportunity to run the new Vortex Razor MRDS as a primary and offset sighting system. The 3 MOA Razor Red Dot was equally up to the task in both roles. In the primary role it sat atop a 9mm PCC (pistol caliber carbine) and was used in the Southern Pistol ProAm in Atlanta, Georgia. The dot was bright, plenty accurate and retained zero without fail for the preparation and during the match. By itself it sits very low in the factory mount which was a plus for me as most other red dot sights sit high with nowhere to go but up. Ultimately it gives the end user the option to determine the appropriate height for their application.

Zeroing the optic was easy and intuitive. The adjustment dials are marked for direction and the clicks are tactile. Surprisingly the lock screws had no impact or shift in the set adjustment, which in my experience in a new thing. Most of the time there is noticeable zero shift when they are locked and I for the most part avoid using them. On the range I had no problems making 50yd first round hits on 8” steel plates offhand and did so on the bonus plate in the match with great success. The dot is adjustable for brightness and crisp even when turned up in sunshine or down in low light settings.

I then switched gears and mounted it as a secondary offset sight system for a Midnight 3 Gun match in Texas a week later on a 16” competition 5.56 rifle. The demands of this match were a lot different as the temp shifted; the humidity rose and the sun went down. Every target was a Zombie headshot only on paper with stiff penalties for misses and after getting it zeroed I was pretty confident after the ProAm that this sight wouldn’t be an issue. The little red dot was up to the task and performed admirably which is no surprise since it wears the Vortex name on the side. I had no problem making accurate hits on 5”x5” scoring zones on demand.

Some other cool features is the wide lens which gives you a great field of view and the amazing clarity from edge to edge of the lens housing. I found out the battery life is phenomenal as well after leaving it on after the first stage and not turning off till the rifle was back in the safe 24hrs later and came to find out the battery life was good for up to a year on the highest setting.
I give this little Razor Red Dot two big thumbs up and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a Primary or Secondary Red Dot system they can trust with a Lifetime warranty and from a name well trusted in the industry.

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Surefire XC1 -Best Compact Weapon Light?

Dec 14 • Reviews, Videos • 13491

Let’s face it, most self defense situations happen in no light/ low light situations. We can all agree that a weapon light on your self defense firearm is a must but how does one go about carrying a handgun with a light on it “comfortably” all day? The key phrase is comfortably, because all too often when a gun becomes a nuisance we’ll either leave it in the glove box instead of on us or worse yet at home in the safe.

Now this is by no means a diss to weapon light manufacturers but they’ve all failed at creating a suitable light for our carry guns that would provide the correct amount of illumination but not add that much more to the overall size of our gun. Surefire being who they are, identified this problem and has come out with I consider to be the best compact weapon light EVER…..the XC1.

Enough of me going on and on, watch the awesome video review and let me know what you think below!

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Holiday Gift Guide: OpticsPlanet Style

Dec 4 • News • 12706

Holiday season has come upon us and it is the perfect time to give you a great Holiday Gift Guide with an OpticsPlanet twist. Get your favorite outdoorsman the perfect gift. The best thing about this list is it doesn’t matter if you’re naughty or nice. The only thing you have to worry about is if the item fits your budget. And we made sure to include items that fits EVERY budget. At this point you can pick one item on the list or hell go crazy and buy all 7 items. Who is stopping you? Let’s begin with the first item in the Holiday Gift Guide and man it is a thing of beauty…

OPMOD Shovel

The newest edition to the OPMOD family is the OPMOD Survival Series Shovel. The ever versatile OPMOD Shovel has 20 different features including a flashlight, emergency whistle and AC charger with USB adapter. This high carbon stainless steel blade provides tactical and hunting options. Make sure you are prepared with what Mother Nature may throw your way. Don’t believe the OPMOD Shovel is awesome, just take a look at THIS.

Crimson Trace Universal Fit Green Laser Sight

The second item on the Holiday Gift Guide is a Crimson Trace Green Laser Sight which offers 3 modes of operation: Momentary, Strobe and Constant-On. This Laser Sight fits nearly any firearm that features a modern accessory rail. The ambidextrous control tabs allow the user to instantly activate or deactivate the laser.

Zeiss Terra 4-12X42 Rifle Scope

It is only right to include a riflescope within this Holiday Gift Guide. Picked specifically for this list, this Zeiss 12X24 Riflescope is the perfect high-powered scope for any hunter. With its’ compact design, this Zeiss Riflescope is sure to be a gift pleaser. This particular rifle scope is the gift that keeps on giving because not only is it a great gift but it is currently on sale.

OPMOD TAC PACK 3.0 All-Purpose Backpack

Winner of the 2015 Brilliance Award, OpticsPlanet provides great product from OPMOD. This Limited Edition Tactical Backpack allows attachments to be added with its’ MOLLE attachment points on the front pockets and on the bottom. This OPMOD Backpack is tough and can handle any task, from a short hike to a week-long camping trip. You name it OPMOD’s Tactical Backpack can handle it. Plus, look how awesome the Brilliance Award seal looks next to it in the picture. How can you say no?

Victorinox Fieldmaster Swiss Army Knife

A perfect multi-tool knife to pair along with the OPMOD Shovel. This Swiss Army Knife features 15 implements such as: Phillips Screwdriver, Wood Saw and a Lifetime Warranty. This Victorinox Swiss Army Knife is perfect for both indoor and outdoor use.

Streamlight ProTac Professional Tactical Light

Make this your Holiday Gift Guide stocking stuffer. Fit this small and compact Streamlight ProTac Tactical Light in your OPMOD Backpack or in your back pocket. This tactical flashlight features 3 light output levels: high, low and strobe.

Hoppe’s 9 Deluxe Gun Cleaning Kit

The final item on the Holiday Gift Guide is a Hoppes 9 Deluxe Cleaning Kit. This cleaning kit is designed to fit almost any popular sized firearm. This kit is also shotgun and pistol adjustable. This Deluxe Cleaning Kit features 31 pieces and comes with Hoppes 9 full manufacturer’s warranty.

This Holiday Gift Guide is just that…a guide. If you didn’t find what you were looking for make sure you have a look at our HOLIDAY DEALS. This list was created with you, the OpticsPlanet customer in mind. With OpticsPlanet’s wide variety of items and affordability there is a gift for everyone. Make OpticsPlanet.com your one stop shop this holiday shopping season. Make sure you take advantage of our HUGE SALE and FREE SHIPPING during this holiday season.

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Stock Your Safe Sweepstakes: A Closer Look At The Bushnell Trophy Hunting Package

Nov 5 • News • 7204

Okay, so the first prize package timeline has passed. Don’t be sad. There are still three more packages left and today you get to drool over the details of package number two. The Bushnell Trophy Hunting Prize Package runs 11/3/2015 until 11/23/2015. This Bushnell sponsored prize package is valued at $2221 which includes a Savage Arms Weather Warrior 300 Win Mag Rifle*, Bushnell Elite 6500 2.5-16x50mm Rifle Scope, and Weaver Four Hole Skeleton Rifle Scope Ring. Drooling yet? You should be and I have a feeling it’s not about to end anytime soon. Now let’s get to it!

Savage Arms Weather Warrior 300 Win Mag Rifle

Savage Arms Rifle

Ideal for big game hunting, the Savage Arms Weather Warrior 300 Win Mag Rifle retails for $911.00. This rifle includes Savages’ AccuTrigger technology which features a user-adjustable trigger that protects against accidental discharge when the rifle is dropped or for those times when you bump the trigger. This Weather Warrior Rifle has a stainless steel action and barrel for corrosion resistance.

Bushnell Elite 6500 2.5-16x50mm Rifle Scope

Bushnell Riflescope

Okay, there is NO WAY we would have a Bushnell Trophy Hunting Prize Package without a Bushnell product. So let’s accessorize that Savage Arms Rifle with an INCREDIBLE Bushnell Riflescope, which is great for hunters. This Riflescope is waterproof, shock proof and fog proof. The versatility of the Bushnell Elite Rifle Scope does not go unnoticed with its’ highest resolution and widest field of view. Bushnell’s Elite 6500 Rifle Scope features multi-coated optics with Rain-Guard which provides a sharp and clear view in Mother Nature’s worst conditions.

Weaver Four Hole Skeleton Rifle Scope Ring

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Weaver Skeleton Riflescope Rings

Time to introduce the last piece of the package. Featuring Weaver’s Cross-Lock design, these Weaver Rings are constructed of lightweight aircraft grade aluminum. These rings come with numerous size options 1” and 30mm. Without adding additional weight and bulk to your weapon, the Weave Four Hole Skeleton Rifle Scope Rings provide no strip or slip Torx Screws.

There you have it! The ultimate Bushnell Trophy Hunting Package. Do not forget voting for this prize package runs 11/3/2015 to 11/23/2015. There are four ways to earn bonus sweepstakes entries: Click the tweet button below and tweet about the sweepstakes, joining DVOR.com, visiting OpticsPlanet Facebook page and/or placing an order on OpticsPlanet.com.

Wipe the remaining drool off your mouth and don’t waste any more time!