Red dot or no red dot for EDC

[MOTOR51]

I’ve seen a few but I think it’s a more complicated and more rigorous qualification than standard pistol so a lot of them may feel it’s not worth it…. Being that I would say a good 85% of law-enforcement do not share the same amount of gun enthusiasm and practice that the 1% of us represent … I know a few LE they don’t even take their gun out to practice until his qualification time…


Plus it’s probably harder to pick up on a red dot while inside a cop car with blacked out tinted windows

Why you talking about me bro


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[Bigchillin83]

Why you talking about me bro


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you of all people dont fit in that category.... But on A few other category's we have discussed on this site, no denying it lol

 

[MOTOR51]

you of all people dont fit in that category.... But on A few other category's we have discussed on this site, no denying it lol

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[Manimal]

Wonder how many LEO’s have red dot sights on their service pistols? I’ve yet to see one, although I’m sure they’re out there. Right?

that grouping though

 

[Magdump]

Tons of them. We have many on my department and have more red dot classes coming.


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Interesting. I wonder how many departments are adopting them for duty weapons. I’ll keep looking.

 

[boudy30]

I have never used an optic on a pistol but recently put a Holosun on my P365X. Love it so far but does take some practice to quickly acquire the dot.

 

[Bigchillin83]

I have never used an optic on a pistol but recently put a Holosun on my P365X. Love it so far but does take some practice to quickly acquire the dot.

hmmm isnt a holosun an optic and isnt a p365x a pistol????

 

[boudy30]

hmmm isnt a holosun an optic and isnt a p365x a pistol????

Should have been clearer. Had not used one until I bought this setup.

 

[MOTOR51]

Interesting. I wonder how many departments are adopting them for duty weapons. I’ll keep looking.

I’ll help. Houston PD is one major department that issues them now. A ton of departments allow them but do not provide them.

Brentwood Police adopting red dot sights for service pistols

“That was one of the big determining factors for us when we were asking if it was really worth it,” BPD Assistance Police Chief Richard Hickey said. “When we saw

www.williamsonhomepage.com

Is it time for your agency to move to red dot sights?

How San Mateo County is rolling out the latest tools and training for success

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Houston PD: Pistol Red Dot Sights Approved For Duty Use -

In what may be the largest adoption of red dot sights on pistols to date, the Houston Police Department has issued a letter to sworn officers approving the optics for duty use. The approval comes along with some common-sense caveats; a Safariland level III Holster must be used, optics-ready...

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[XD-GEM]

I used to have a guide rod LaserMax, but it died and they don't make one for my gun anymore.

 

[pptpe45]

I have a Holosun 507K X2 on my G40. I like the Holosun sights for a number of reasons and their 'shake awake' feature is really cool. Prices at about $300 (bought mine from a local dealer) you can find it a bit cheaper. Read the specs and features.I plan on putting a Holosun for my rifle.

 

[pptpe45]

Guys! Thanks for the thoughts and inputs. Will probably put one on my G23 and call it a day (as far as handguns go). Then just practice with them all.