What are the things to consider before buying a red dot sight?

There are several types of red dot sights available—which can lead to some confusion when you try to select one. After going through thousands of red dot sight reviews, we have created a quick guide that will be useful for you to make your choice.

• Check the reticle size: The sizes of the red dot sights vary widely. Some red dot sights have an option to adjust the reticle size. The reticle consists of lines on the red dot sight that help you measure the scale of the various objects in the field of vision. When making your selection, be sure to check how much space is available on your gun, as well as how large a reticle size you feel would be comfortable for your vision. Also, determine the size and clarity of the dot. Remember, the reticle is typically not sharp, and will usually produce a fuzzy or blurry edge--don’t be concerned about that.

• Check the battery life: Most red dot sights use batteries. But these batteries tend to drain out pretty quickly, because, when on a hunting trip or when shooting game, it is more convenient to keep the red dot on all the time. This is common even in the military as well. Therefore, it is important to look for a red dot sight with a long battery life.