The other bang out of red dot is a holographic sight.
Not sure what a holographic sight is, exactly?
These sights use a laser-transmitted hologram of a reticle recorded in three-dimensional space onto a piece of holographic film.
The EXPS3 offers a very good field of view in addition to fast aiming in close quarters. Photo: EOTECH
These red dots are non-magnified, giving you a 1X field of view.
EOTECH brilliantly designed its reticle as both a fast-aiming solution as well as a range estimator.
If a man-sized target fills the circle from top to bottom, that target is at 100 yards.
The author tested the EOTECH EXPS3 on the range using the Springfield Armory SAINT Edge as an evaluation platform.
These estimates are based on .223-cal., 62-gr.
projectiles at 2900 fps.
EXPS3 Reticle
I really like the circle dot design in a reticle these optics have.
EOTECH uses a holographic reticle in the EXPS3 optic. It is adjustable for both windage and elevation.
EOTECH makes two different holographic sights: the EXPS/XPS series and the 5X series.
The main difference between them is the batteries used.
The 5X series utilizes AA batteries, and the EXPS/XPS line uses CR123A batteries.
EOTECH makes combat-grade optics. When you buy one, you can expect it to be rugged enough for virtually any use.
There are also two height variants in their respective lines.
The EXPS is 1/3 co-witness height and uses a quick-release, clamp-style mount.
The XPS is a co-witness height and uses an Allen screw to mount onto your rail.
For his SAINT Edge rifle, the author selected the EOTECH EXPS3 as his primary optic.
Similarly, the 512 is co-witness and the 518 is lower 1/3 co-witness.
Beyond height and attachment methods, the EXPS3/XPS3 and the 552/558 are also night vision compatible.
This simply means the reticle can dim down so low that it doesnt flare out for night vision.
The author found the EOTECH optic is one of the best solutions for accurately aiming your rifle. There are night vision-compatible models.
Its always nice to know the optic you are using is battle-proven and fielded by our nations best.
EOTECH also makes multiple magnifiers for use with their holographic sights.
These are magnified tubes that extend the field of view by 3X or 5X.
I have yet to experience one issue between all my EOTECHs.
It just keeps on keeping on.
I think the EXPS3 is my favorite for any AR-bang out rifle.
The heads-up position is natural, while still allowing a 1/3 co-witness with my iron sights.
In the summer, that interior of the Truck Vault is pushing 130 degrees.
The rifle and EOTECH shrug those conditions off, performing flawlessly every time.
If you want to save a few bucks, go with the non-night vision versions.
EOTECH also makes some great color options in the XPS line including green, tan, grey and black.
Ive got one of their coveted tan EXPS3 units, and its always a head-turner at the range.
Join the holographic fan club and you might just never look back.
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