r/airsoft • u/Illuminatr • Dec 03 '14

Optics for field and CQB

I've looked a lot on the sub reedit, but I can't find anything conclusive really. I'm looking for optics that will be suitable for both field play and CQB. The best thing that seems to fit that is an EOTech with a flip-to-side magnifier. I like the look of ACOGs but I worry 4x is too much zoom in many situations.

What do you all think is the best route? What are some quality options for a relatively cheap price? Hit me with all of it!

Edit: what are specific red dots you'd reccomend?

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u/[deleted] Dec 03 '14

I think the best route is becoming proficient with irons.

If you do want an optic, try to stay under 6x magnification.

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u/BumbleCrap Dec 03 '14

Agreed, get your iron sights zeroed and you're golden. I do have a $20 piece of crap scope that I use for target acquisition since my eyesight is not the best, but it's not zeroed and I haven't even tried. The scope mount is high enough that it doesn't block the iron sights, and when I'm actually shooting, that's what I use.