I am new here and to aimpoints in general. can someone tell me what would make one of these better than the other? thanks
The first question to ask yourself is if you will be running a NV device (or plan on buying one in the future). If the answer is no, then do not spend the extra money on these models (which are the two you have selected).
The Micro series is my personal favorite because of their size and weight.
C4
thanks, are there any advantages to the m4? is the micro as robust as the m4?
The M4 is current USA issue. It has longer run time, comes with a mount, ARD and takes 1 AA battery.
C4
Will the Micro ever be available with a smaller 1 or 2 MOA dot ??
Aimpoint says yes, but who knows when that will be.
C4
Since December I have attended two of Pat Roger’s three day carbine classes. One I used the CompM4, the other I used the T1. I prefer T1 over the CompM4. It is lighter and I seem to be faster with the smaller T1. I also like the compact size and weight of the T1.
I will be ordering a T1 or H1 for my SBR in the near future.
Will the Micro ever be available with a smaller 1 or 2 MOA dot ??
Would be Great --But Aimpoint replied email say -That they had no plans at this time to make a Micro 1 or 2 moa dot…Darn
My review of both the T1 and M4.
https://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=11065
I guess I don’t get all the big demand for a 1 or 2MOA Micro dot…
Why would anyone buy this for a precision rig???
Its A CQB sight…
That said , I am taking a very hard look at getting one of these. And I for one am glad it’s 4MOA… I what a dot I can pick up fast in all light conditions.
I want it for 50Yms and closer.
Perhaps if there is such a big demand, yet you “aren’t getting it”, you are in fact the statistical outlier and not those demanding it.
I just got back from Pat’s cas grande class. were i ran my T-1 and an loaned out a M4topped carbine to another shooter
the T-1 is a great sight fast compact light handy bright and robust even i couldnt break it
By the way Harv, Mike H. requested cheese curd
Recently, I saw a pic of LAV running his 416 with a T1. I noticed he had the optic relatively close to the rear of the receiver just in front of the rear sight. Is this to broaden his field of view and make the outer diameter of the optic seem larger? I have always run my Aimpoints a few places back from the front of the receiver. Just wondering what his philosophy was on that.
I own both M2 w/4 MOA as well as M3 w/2 MOA. The 2 MOA has allowed me to consistently hit 8-inch plates out to 300 yards when copled with the AImpoint 3x magnifier. The 4MOA dot makes this a little harded because at 300 yards it covers and area that is larger than the 8-inch plates. Plus, there is no real disadvantage in running a 2 MOA dot at 50-yards or closer. If it’s a little bright out, all I do is turn my M3 up.
Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it!!
Key words in this statement is “when coupled with the Aimpoint 3X magnifier”. This is an apples to watermelons comparison. This is taking a 2 MOA v. 4 MOA argument and throwing in the use and function of magnified optics. I do agree that at extended distance the use of a 4 MOA dot can become challenging. However you have to determine hold off most likely for both dot sizes unless you are still zeroing the weapon for 300m, which is not that practical for most carbine uses. Of course this is all my opinion only.
go with the T1, I got mine last week and love it.
sorry for all of these newbie questions but I like to get ideas from those who have used such items as I do not have the money to just buy them all and try them. I may be on the wrong track. I was thinking of a t1 and a 3xmagnifier. I wonder now if one of the acog’s with a red dot piggy backed might be better. I live in a rural setting and would like to use the weapon for everything from home defense to lessening the coyote depradation of my cattle. thanks for everyone’s help
I think a better setup would be an ACOG and then the H-1 or T-1 on the DD mount (offset).
C4
[QUOTE=C4IGrant;141385]I think a better setup would be an ACOG and then the H-1 or T-1 on the DD mount (offset).
C4
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Grant:
I like that set-up. I didn’t see the mount on your website though. Do you have these or is that a prototype?