OP requested a sight that doesn't use batteries. He also requested a sight you could bet your life on. There is nothing in his price range that one could bet their life on.
I agree that I wouldn't bet my life on $350 optic either.... but better than nothing, and I would bet my life on irons... so as long as I have QD, I am good.
Also... a spitfire with no batteries in it - doesn't use batteries.... however, I agree with TV-PressPass in comment 18.




























