Videos tagged with Optic Failure

This video details a resolution with Trijicon regarding an optic failure. The speaker experienced a broken brass piece connecting the battery to the cap on their Trijicon RCR. Trijicon is sending replacement screws and the optic will be sent in for service. The issue is suspected to be due to using the incorrect length screws for the RCR on a Smith & Wesson pistol, despite proper torque and Loctite application.

This video details a user's frustrating experience with a Trijicon SRO optic failing, even after attempting battery replacement with new cells. The user expresses concern about Trijicon product reliability and the potential need to switch to alternative brands like Holosun due to repeated issues, including a previous optic detachment incident.

This video details a follow-up conversation with Sig Sauer regarding significant malfunctions experienced with a P211 handgun during testing, including an optic detaching and hitting the speaker. Sig Sauer has acknowledged the issues and is sending a new P211 with a new optic for a retest, demonstrating a commitment to product improvement and customer satisfaction. The original firearm will be kept for evidence while the new one undergoes testing from scratch.

This video documents a 1000-round burndown test of the Sig Sauer P211 GTO handgun, equipped with a Romeo X optic. The test revealed a significant number of malfunctions, including failures to extract and eject, and culminated in the optic detaching from the firearm. The presenter attempted to mitigate issues with lubrication, but the firearm demonstrated poor reliability throughout the endurance test.

This review details a critical issue encountered with the Vortex Defender XL red dot sight during a 6,000-round test. The speaker, demonstrating high expertise, transparently diagnoses a flickering and failing red dot, confirming it as a hardware failure rather than user error. The review also briefly compares it to the Bushnell RXM-300.

This video features a detailed, albeit destructive, test of the Triton Ronin optic. The optic was subjected to multiple shots from an airsoft rifle using birdshot and buckshot ammunition, as well as submersion in water. While the optic eventually failed due to water ingress and impact damage, it demonstrated surprising resilience, with the reticle remaining functional and the glass intact through significant abuse. The test highlights the optic's limitations under extreme conditions but also its unexpected durability for its price point.

This video details a 4,000-round burndown test on a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 Compact. The primary failure observed was the optic plate, which detached, causing the HoloSun 507 Comp to become loose. The firearm itself, however, continued to function without malfunctions after this point, indicating good internal reliability.

This video challenges the common practice of reviewing budget optics, emphasizing that many fail under real-world stress. The instructor plans to systematically test and demonstrate the failure points of these optics, contrasting them with higher-quality alternatives. The goal is to provide consumers with honest, data-driven insights to avoid purchasing unreliable gear.

This review covers the Scalarworks PEAK/02 folding iron sights, highlighting their lightweight construction, robust materials (7075 T6 aluminum and 4140 steel), and user-friendly features. The video details their installation, adjustment mechanisms, and the rationale behind their hooded front sight design. It also compares them to other popular iron sights, emphasizing their weight advantage and clean deployment.

This video reviews the Kimber 2K11 pistol, highlighting issues with its factory-supplied CH Precision optic mounting plate, which failed after approximately 1500 rounds and subsequent reinstallation. The speaker contrasts this with more robust solutions from Staccato and Atlas, recommending alternatives like Dawson Precision plates. While the core firearm is deemed acceptable, ancillary components like the safety ergonomics and optic mounting require improvement for a competition-ready platform.

This guide, presented by Mike with USCCA, details the pros and cons of red dot sights versus iron sights for firearms, particularly for everyday carry. It emphasizes the importance of raised iron sights as a backup for red dot optics and provides a training technique focusing on natural point of aim and rear sight acquisition to ensure consistent red dot alignment. The advice is geared towards informed decision-making for firearm owners.

This YouTube Short demonstrates a potentially dangerous situation involving an EOTech optic and a battery. The title "Battery EXPLODES in EOTech! (don't ever do this)" strongly suggests a cautionary tale, likely illustrating the risks of improper battery installation or using incorrect battery types in firearm optics. The video serves as a warning to viewers about a specific mishap with an EOTech product, emphasizing safety and best practices. It's likely a short, impactful demonstration of a failure point.