Do Everything Optic? Primary Arms 3x Micro Prism Review

Published on June 18, 2023
Duration: 14:46

This review details the performance of the Primary Arms 3x Micro Prism optic on a SAM5 Kalashnikov rifle during a two-gun competition. The speaker, Mark, discusses the optic's effectiveness in long-range engagements and challenges encountered in close-quarters shooting. He highlights the ACSS Raptor reticle's utility for on-the-fly adjustments and its role in improving his competition score from 61st to 23rd place.

Quick Summary

The Primary Arms 3x Micro Prism optic, featuring the ACSS Raptor reticle, proved effective for long-range shooting in competition. While challenging for very close targets, its fixed magnification and reticle data allowed for on-the-fly adjustments, contributing to a significant improvement in the speaker's competition score.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction
  2. 00:59Primary Arms 3x Micro Prism Overview
  3. 02:36Eye Box and Sight Picture
  4. 04:53Close Quarters Shooting Challenges
  5. 05:58Baseball Shooting Challenge
  6. 06:44Day 2 Improvements
  7. 07:24600 Yard Stage Performance
  8. 08:53Ammunition Impact on Ballistics
  9. 10:25On-the-Fly Adjustments
  10. 11:21Magnification Benefits
  11. 11:35Conclusion and Recommendations
  12. 13:16Future AK Builds
  13. 13:51Viewer Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Primary Arms 3x Micro Prism perform in competition?

The Primary Arms 3x Micro Prism optic performed well in competition, particularly for long-range stages. The speaker noted significant improvement in his ranking by applying lessons learned, moving from 61st to 23rd place over two days.

What are the challenges of using a magnified optic for close-range shooting?

Using a magnified optic like the 3x Micro Prism for very close targets (3-7 yards) can be challenging. It may require pulling away from the optic or using techniques like shooting with both eyes open to effectively acquire and engage targets quickly.

How does the ACSS Raptor reticle aid in shooting?

The ACSS Raptor reticle provides valuable data for on-the-fly adjustments, making it intuitive to use. Its aiming points, like the 600-yard hash mark, can be adapted for various distances and shooting scenarios, aiding in accuracy.

What impact does ammunition type have on optic calibration?

Ammunition type significantly affects ballistic drop. Switching from one 77-grain load to another required adjusting the aiming point on the reticle, demonstrating the need to verify ballistics with specific loads and optics.

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