Longhorn14
Member
Hi all,
I just registered on this forum, and I look forward to contributing & learning more. Apologies in advance for the lengthy post & possible typos!
I just purchased a Glock 40 10mm MOS and I love it. My primary use case is home defense. Occasionally, I plan to hunt with it (hogs mostly, maybe deer). I take trips to Wyoming 1-2 times per year, so maybe I’ll take it with me on various excursions there…
My reason for posting – I am looking for recommendations on a red dot sight that will serve both my primary use case (home defense) & secondary use case (hunting). My budget is around $750 max. My other firearms have stock sights, so I have never purchased a red dot or aftermarket sight before. I have used my friend’s red dots, but I don’t recall the make/model.
I’ve asked around, and I consistently hear that Trijicon’s “are the best.” I am sure it varies with personal preference & there is no “best.”
In my own red dot research, I’ve come across MOA and how that may be a factor in my decision. The Trijicon RMR Type 2 Adjustable LED reflex sight comes in 1.0, 3.25 & 6.5 MOA. If I’m correct, lower MOA is for longer range uses, while higher MOA is for short range uses. Does it make sense that 3.25 MOA would be ideal for me, given I will be close-range for the most part with home defense, and occasionally hunting at no more than 50 yards (estimating…I don’t plan on taking a shot further than that at any game). I would enjoy hearing more commentary around MOA, and if I’m on the right track.
Lastly, I may be looking to add a flashlight later down the line if I need to shoot in the dark quickly… I'm not sure if adding a flashlight would impact the decision on what red dot I choose.
So, knowing my use case & background, what would you all recommend, and why? If I'm way off and there's a totally different sight you recommend, please let me know.
I'm hoping there's a local range or shop that will let me try before buying.
I’m happy to add more color to my use case & story if that helps.
Thanks!
I just registered on this forum, and I look forward to contributing & learning more. Apologies in advance for the lengthy post & possible typos!
I just purchased a Glock 40 10mm MOS and I love it. My primary use case is home defense. Occasionally, I plan to hunt with it (hogs mostly, maybe deer). I take trips to Wyoming 1-2 times per year, so maybe I’ll take it with me on various excursions there…
My reason for posting – I am looking for recommendations on a red dot sight that will serve both my primary use case (home defense) & secondary use case (hunting). My budget is around $750 max. My other firearms have stock sights, so I have never purchased a red dot or aftermarket sight before. I have used my friend’s red dots, but I don’t recall the make/model.
I’ve asked around, and I consistently hear that Trijicon’s “are the best.” I am sure it varies with personal preference & there is no “best.”
In my own red dot research, I’ve come across MOA and how that may be a factor in my decision. The Trijicon RMR Type 2 Adjustable LED reflex sight comes in 1.0, 3.25 & 6.5 MOA. If I’m correct, lower MOA is for longer range uses, while higher MOA is for short range uses. Does it make sense that 3.25 MOA would be ideal for me, given I will be close-range for the most part with home defense, and occasionally hunting at no more than 50 yards (estimating…I don’t plan on taking a shot further than that at any game). I would enjoy hearing more commentary around MOA, and if I’m on the right track.
Lastly, I may be looking to add a flashlight later down the line if I need to shoot in the dark quickly… I'm not sure if adding a flashlight would impact the decision on what red dot I choose.
So, knowing my use case & background, what would you all recommend, and why? If I'm way off and there's a totally different sight you recommend, please let me know.
I'm hoping there's a local range or shop that will let me try before buying.
I’m happy to add more color to my use case & story if that helps.
Thanks!