Red Dots or Iron Sights?

[alan]

Just a quick poll for everyone

As optics gain popularity among those who carry, I can’t help but wonder what your setup is. Are you using red dot on your EDC or do you still lean towards traditional iron sights?

 

[Amelia100]

I’ve gotten comfortable with a red dot in my EDC though I was an iron sight lover for years, and I’ll admit, I was pretty doubtful at the start.

 

[alan]

I’ve gotten comfortable with a red dot in my EDC though I was an iron sight lover for years, and I’ll admit, I was pretty doubtful at the start.

I agree with you on that one....

 

[xchecker]

I have yet to go RD on any of my pistols as none have an optic cut slide.
Recently put a Holographic on a rifle. Was very impressed with ease of target acquisition and accuracy.
Next pistol purchase will likely have an RD or Holo.

 

[Javbike]

I voted iron only but I have some classes coming up in Jan the instructor like red dot so we shall see maybe I will change my mind

 

[alan]

I have yet to go RD on any of my pistols as none have an optic cut slide.
Recently put a Holographic on a rifle. Was very impressed with ease of target acquisition and accuracy.
Next pistol purchase will likely have an RD or Holo.

I used to be all about the traditional iron sights for a long time since none of my carry guns were set up for optics. But after spending some quality time at the range with a red dot, especially after trying one on a rifle, that's when I changed my perspective. I found that I could acquire targets faster, track them more easily, and it was way easier on my eyes once I got the hang of it. When it comes to EDC, I still believe that iron sights are totally effective if that’s what you’re used to and have trained with. But if you’re thinking about your next pistol purchase, opting for one that’s ready for an optic is a smart choice, even if you don’t plan to attach a dot right away. It keeps your options open without committing you to one setup.