My much anticipated Aimpoint PRO arrived yesterday afternoon.

 

We weren't lucky enough to be issued optics during my time in the Marines.

So I've had very little experience with mil-spec optics, short of playing with them at the local shop.

 

It took all of 10 seconds of holding the PRO in my hands and playing with the scope caps, knobs, etc. to realize just how solid this optic is. Built like a tank.

 

My closest comparison is the only other red dot I own, the Bushnell TRS-25.

Not comparing "ruggedness," only Dot clarity and optic clarity, the Aimpoint is on a different level.

The dot is sharper, yet brighter, with no star burst effect.

 

The Highest brightness setting may not be adequate for very sunny (desert), or arctic conditions.

When I pointed the optic at a glaring white window blind, the dot all but disappeared.

I'd like 2 more intensity levels.

 

Time to hit the range.

 

EDIT:

 

Weight - My Burris MTAC 1-4x, w/PEPR mount and scope caps weighed 26oz. !!

The best part about the Aimpoint PRO is that it's rock solid, AND it weighs less than half

of the Burris (11 oz with mount).

Even after adding a Primary Arms 3x Magnifier + mount... total weight will only be ~22oz.

I have never had to have the dot on its highest setting yet..