bushnell or eotech

[cal_jrp]

what r the pros and cons of the eotech sights compaired to bushnells holosight 510023 at $250

[LittleRedToyota]

there isn't really any downside to eotech with respect to bushnell other than the price.

the advantages of the eotech depend on which model. if you get the bushnell equivalent model (either the 511 or 512, iirc--i forget offhand what type of batteries the bushnell uses), the advantage is the protective metal hood. the bushnell does not have the protective metal hood.

i personally decided i wanted the protective metal hood, so i paid the extra money for the eotech. otherwise, though, at the time i bought my eotech, it and the bushnell HS seemed to be the exact same sight (in fact, L3 communciations manufactured the bushnell HS). that was a couple years ago, though...i'm not sure if that is still true today.

there are other models of eotech that use different batteries, have different controls, are night vision compatible, etc. those various advantages, obviously, but are also more expensive.

[thestugots01]

Its pretty much the same sight. I have a bushnell holosight one of my AR's and its honestly not much difference at all. Except price. Eotech is more expensive. Just like anything else you get what you pay for.

[NightRocker]

what r the pros and cons of the eotech sights compaired to bushnells holosight 510023 at $250

Here are the specs. of a model 533 Eotech site: EOTech 553 Holosight

The advantage of HOLOgraphic Weapon Sight 553 is holographic raticle patterns that are instantly visible in any light condition, instinctive to center regardless of shooting angle and always remain in view to achieve lightning quick reticle to target acquisition without covering or obscuring the point of aim.

The magic of EOTech HOLOgraphic Weapon Sights is the edge they provide to you in close quarter or urban combat zones. L3-Communications EOTech HOLOgraphic M553 Weapon Sight will remain fully operational even when laminated window is obstructed by mud, snow, rain, or even damaged/shattered, as long as you can see through any portion of the laminated window, the entire reticle pattern will be visible on target... with point of aim/impact being maintained and EOTech HWS Weapon Sight SU-231/PEQ (M553) Night Vision compatible 553.A65/1 is being fully functional, the operator can still engage with confidence. The Holographic Weapon Sight EOTech M553 employs a true Heads-Up Display that eliminates blind spots, constricted vision, or the tunnel vision associated with tubed sights. All user controls are flush to the HWS's streamline housing with no protruding knobs, battery compartments or mounting rings blocking vision at the target area. True, 2 eyes open shooting is realized with EOTech HOLOgraphic Weapon Sight. Instant threat identification is achieved by maximizing the operator's peripheral vision and ultimately gaining greater control of the engagement zone.

Twenty brightness levels of EOTech HOLO Weapon Sight M553 - 553.A65/1 ensure proper brightness control in either low light or very bright sunlight. An on-board microprocessor provides automatic battery check indicator, up/down brightness scrolling and programmable auto shutdown features. All HWS's state-of-the-art electronics are fully encapsulated in shock absorbing resin compound to withstand shock. The EOTech HOLOgraphic Weapon Sight M553 553 A65 1 has been designed and tested to provide consistent, reliable performance even in the most hostile operational environments. It is waterproof, fogproof, shockproof, and temperature proof.

The EOTech HOLOgraphic Weapon Sight 553 is designed to withstand Mil-Spec drop tests and still remain fully operational and hold zero. The HWS has been extensively tested in a punishing recoil simulator generating 3,500 G's of acceleration in less than 0.5 milliseconds (the recoil of a .454 Casull revolver) as well as various environmental chambers). EOTech Weapon Sight's Heads Up Display is constructed with a 3 layer, shatterproof laminate glass that is 3/16" thick for added durability. Additional protection of the EOTech HOLO Sight 553.A65/1 SU-231/PEQ (M553) Night Vision compatible is provided with a "roll bar" ruggedized hood.

The EOTech Weapon Sight M553 does not emit any muzzle side position revealing light signature...the projected reticle pattern is visible only to the operator of L3 Communications EOTECH 553. Even Gen III night vision equipment cannot detect muzzle side signature of the operator's position. All optical surfaces of EOTech HOLOgraphic Weapon Sight 553 are flat and treated with anti-reflective coatings eliminating additional muzzle side signature due to reflective glare. No need for costly glare elimination filters that reduce the effective light transmission and further dim the target area.

EOTech WHS M553 (SU-231/PEQ) is fully compatible with all generation levels of night vision intensifier tubes. A special night vision (NV) setting allows the operator to immediately drop the brightness intensity of the holographic reticle to eliminate any "halo" effect while viewing through an image intensifier tube. Now, operators can combine the proven night vision technological advantage with a superior close quarters weapon optic such as HOLO Graphic Weapon Sight M553 to achieve greatly enhanced weapon aiming - in complete darkness. Night Vision toggle Switch (10 Settings) Unlike active IR laser pointer systems, the EOTech HOLOgraphic Weapon Sight 553 is a passive system and emits no muzzle-side signature.

Night Vision Compatible
Require 2 x CR123 Lithium batteries
Battery Life is about 1100 continuous hours at nominal setting 12
There are 30 brightness settings with scrolling feature (10 brightness settings for Night Vision use)
Auto Battery Check Indicator: Flashing reticle upon start-up
Two options of auto shut-down, either HOLO Sight can shut down at 8 hrs or after 4 hrs
Dual quick-release throw levers for instant attachment.
Powered by two 123 Lithium batteries, allowing cross application with other electronic gear.
7mm (1/4") raised base to provide an operator a consistent cheek weld with all other standardized optics.
66 (2ATM) feet water submergibility.
Battery cap tether to avoid loss in the field


Specifications
Optics Transmission holography - 100% parallax
Magnification 1x unlimited eye relief
Length/Width/Height 4.9 x 1.8 x 2.8
Weight (oz) 12.3
Temperature -20 to 150F (operating); -40 to 160F (storage)
Sealing Waterproof (submersible) to 66 ft & Fogproof
Color/Finish Flat Dark Earth (non-reflective black on some small components)
Adjustment (per click) 0.5 MOA (1/2" at 100 yds)
Adjustment Range +/- 40 MOA travel
Mount USSOCOM requirements dictated dual quick release throw levers designed specifically for the Picatinny (MIL-STD-1913) mounting rail:
Certain commercial variants of the MIL-STD-1913 rail specification may not be compatible with the SU-231/PEQ (M553) mounting assembly.
The SU-231/PEQ (M553) base consists of (2) ARMS® throw levers and is only adaptable to rails that properly accept the ARMS® design

Return to Zero Repeatable to 1 MOA after remounting
Heads-Up Display Window

Optics Surfaces Anti-glare coating
Window Dimensions 1.20" x 0.85" (30 x 23 mm)
Window Material Shatterproof laminate (3/16" thick)
Field of View @ 100 yards 30 yards (28m) at a 4" eye relief
Standard reticle 65 MOA ring with quadrant ticks with a 1 MOA Aiming dot
Reticle Contrast Ratio: 28,000:1 brightest to lowest
Night Vision Contrast Ratio: 10,000,000:1 with NV switch engaged
Electrical

Power Source: 2 x "CR123" batteries
Battery Life: 1100 continuous hours at nominal setting 12
Brightness Settings: 30 settings with scrolling feature (10 settings for NV use)
Auto Battery Check Indicator: Flashing reticle upon startup if batteries are at 20% of battery life
Auto Shutdown At 8 hours - programmable to 4 hours







EoTech-553$649.00
Color: BlackDesert-Tan