Reflex Vs Tube?

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When I picked up my SVT last Friday I also bought a cheap reflex sight. I put it on one of my SKS's...and SHAZAM!...I stepped into the 21st century! I'm not a big fan of sights where something can go wrong...field experiences with scopes and big game hunting have left me scarred...so I always have preferred peeps...but this little thing is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! :rockOn: green dot...both eyes open...point...pull trigger...fastfastfast...(wow) So what's the diff between a reflex and a red dot tube? ...advantages? fastest? more rugged? Be gentle, I feel like I'm an old guy who's just discovered ######! ...thanks...

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I have both and have not yet seen a practical difference.

My red dot is a TRS25 and I suspect it is a bit more rugged than the window sight.

In my expereince the issue with these sights has been:

Is it bright enough to see on a real bright day, such as sunny day in the snow?

Is the red dot small enough to permit a fairly precise aim? The Bushnell TRS25 really impressed me with the fine dot. I have just returned from the range, where I shot it at 100 yards and got 4" groups with my SKS , which is probably as good as the rifle/ammo is capable of.
 
I like the open style sight. There is just less "stuff" in the way... no adjustment turrets, no power knob. I just find it to give me a better, less cluttered view. That is why I have not jumped on the TRS-25 bandwagon.

That being said, I agree that the dot must have an adjustment range that allows it not to wash out in the sunlight.
 
Ganderite said:
I have both and have not yet seen a practical difference.

My red dot is a TRS25 and I suspect it is a bit more rugged than the window sight.

In my expereince the issue with these sights has been:

Is it bright enough to see on a real bright day, such as sunny day in the snow?

Is the red dot small enough to permit a fairly precise aim? The Bushnell TRS25 really impressed me with the fine dot. I have just returned from the range, where I shot it at 100 yards and got 4" groups with my SKS , which is probably as good as the rifle/ammo is capable of.
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Thanks!
 
Crusader said:
I like the open style sight. There is just less "stuff" in the way... no adjustment turrets, no power knob. I just find it to give me a better, less cluttered view. That is why I have not jumped on the TRS-25 bandwagon.

That being said, I agree that the dot must have an adjustment range that allows it not to wash out in the sunlight.
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...maybe i need to pick up one of these and compare?

any recommendations on a good reflex sight that is economically priced (sat below $200)?
 
Can you show more photos of your sks.

I like the color and rail setup.

As to tube vs reflex I'm not fond of tube sights, especially on a scout type location. It's because of my eyes sight though. I find them harder to see through, it's a reality for me with my vision though.

Up close on a traditional mount I don't notice a huge difference though,
 
G.Mitchell said:
Can you show more photos of your sks.

I like the color and rail setup.

As to tube vs reflex I'm not fond of tube sights, especially on a scout type location. It's because of my eyes sight though. I find them harder to see through, it's a reality for me with my vision though.

Up close on a traditional mount I don't notice a huge difference though,
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Thanks! I'm leaning toward reflexes, but if I can find a TRS25 I'd buy to at least try it out...

I have 2 SKS's, both 1953 Tula...$190 each...and took 2 years to put together these matching setups...bought all at discount...ATI's (modified) are coated with pigmented epoxy, Amerlock 400...I use it in bulk so a foam roller or two is pretty cheap, but expensive by the gallon...MI sights are great!, bought on EE...looking for more...and older magwedge rail...

I like these a lot! painted the painted SKS tan...stock is black because that's the colour of the epoxy, that or grey...still working on my blued one...want same configuration...keeping it all black...

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G.Mitchell said:
That turned out great. I like the color.

Very nice work.
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wanted one black and the other a mix of colour

and i took off anything that went...clunk or tink...no metal on the bolt cover pin or sling...all quiet!

i think i like it better with the tan metal and black stock than the other way around...not sure why? :)
 
very nice looking set-up :)

I think one advantage a tube would have is traditional cap covers for protection from weather/dirt.
 
nw mb said:
Thanks! I'm leaning toward reflexes, but if I can find a TRS25 I'd buy to at least try it out...

I have 2 SKS's, both 1953 Tula...$190 each...and took 2 years to put together these matching setups...bought all at discount...ATI's (modified) are coated with pigmented epoxy, Amerlock 400...I use it in bulk so a foam roller or two is pretty cheap, but expensive by the gallon...MI sights are great!, bought on EE...looking for more...and older magwedge rail...

I like these a lot! painted the painted SKS tan...stock is black because that's the colour of the epoxy, that or grey...still working on my blued one...want same configuration...keeping it all black...

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Looks bad a$$. The air cooled hand guard looks awesome. Why did you not go with the choate stock that is similar?
 
I prefer reflex but they are significantly more expensive if you want quality. I love the TRS-25 as it really performs above its price range but the tube style always feels crowded to me. The glass, dot, brightness, size etc are very good for the price. I bought a Vortex Razor HD today to try. I want a reflex but most leave so much to be desired. If I can't drop the rifle without breaking the optic then I don't want it. It needs to be bright enough to be glowing over the background on a very bright day and have brightness settings for every light down to dusk. Glass needs to be clear, dot can't flare, halo or wash out. Battery has to be a common size. Battery has to be replaceable without removing the sight. I compared quite a few red dots and the only one better than the Vortex was an Aimpoint T1. I chose the Vortex based on price, being a good reflex design and price. But mostly price. The Aimpoint is niiiice :) I'll probably look for a deal on a 2 moa H1 for the XCR. Bottom line is the Razor is not miles ahead of the TRS for 5x the price. Its just a tad better and... reflex :)
 
supernova said:
I prefer reflex but they are significantly more expensive if you want quality. I love the TRS-25 as it really performs above its price range but the tube style always feels crowded to me. The glass, dot, brightness, size etc are very good for the price. I bought a Vortex Razor HD today to try. I want a reflex but most leave so much to be desired. If I can't drop the rifle without breaking the optic then I don't want it. It needs to be bright enough to be glowing over the background on a very bright day and have brightness settings for every light down to dusk. Glass needs to be clear, dot can't flare, halo or wash out. Battery has to be a common size. Battery has to be replaceable without removing the sight. I compared quite a few red dots and the only one better than the Vortex was an Aimpoint T1. I chose the Vortex based on price, being a good reflex design and price. But mostly price. The Aimpoint is niiiice :) I'll probably look for a deal on a 2 moa H1 for the XCR. Bottom line is the Razor is not miles ahead of the TRS for 5x the price. Its just a tad better and... reflex :)
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thanks!
 
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