A look at the Holosun EPS and EPS Carry

This review assesses the Vortex Defender CCW and ST enclosed red dot sights, comparing them to the Holosun EPS series. The video highlights their performance, features, and potential drawbacks, offering insights for concealed carry handgun users and those considering rifle applications. The presenter, Brass Facts, provides a critical yet informative analysis based on extensive testing.

This video provides an expert-level breakdown of choosing a red dot sight for concealed carry pistols, focusing on key technical considerations. It details how optic size impacts the objective window and dot tracking during recoil, the significance of dot size (MOA) for accuracy versus speed, and the pros and cons of open versus closed emitter systems regarding durability and maintenance. The instructor also covers crucial practical aspects like battery placement and mounting footprint compatibility.

This video critically analyzes Trijicon's current market position, arguing that while their iconic products like the ACOG remain relevant, newer offerings often fall short in features and value compared to competitors like Holosun and Primary Arms. The speaker, demonstrating high authority and market awareness, highlights issues with Trijicon's RMR, RMR HD, and RCR, contrasting them with more innovative and cost-effective alternatives. The SRO is noted as an exception for competition, but overall, Trijicon is seen as slow to adapt to civilian market demands, relying heavily on legacy military contracts.

Jeff, an experienced firearms instructor, recommends several red dot sights based on his extensive personal use. He highlights the Aimpoint ACRO for its low profile and closed emitter, the Trijicon RMR HD and standard RMR for their proven reliability over many years, and the Leupold DeltaPoint Pro as a long-standing, dependable option. He also notes Holosun's EPS and EPS Carry models as performing well, and Vortex sights as being of interest.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Holosun EPS Carry, a micro-compact enclosed red dot sight. The presenter highlights its slimmer profile compared to the standard EPS, IPX8 waterproofing, and dual-reticle options (2 MOA dot, 32 MOA ring). Key features like Shake Awake, Solar Override, and a side-accessible battery compartment are demonstrated. The review also covers its performance on various firearms, including the Glock 43X and Sig Sauer P365 series, discussing co-witnessing capabilities and accuracy at different distances. Concealment with a hybrid holster is also assessed.

This guide covers the installation of a Holosun EPS Carry red dot optic on a CZ Shadow 2 pistol. The Holosun EPS Carry is highlighted as a direct fit, requiring no adapter plates and allowing for a low mounting height that can facilitate co-witnessing with iron sights. Proper safety precautions, including ensuring the firearm is unloaded, are crucial before installation.

This guide, presented by Chief Instructor Ernie Medina and Firearms Trainer Brendon Arbolon of Tap Rack Bang, LLC, details the two main AR-15 configurations for California compliance: Featureless and Fixed Magazine. Featureless builds prioritize standard functionality with legal grip and stock limitations, allowing higher capacity. Fixed Magazine builds allow traditional features but require breaking the action to reload and are limited to 10 rounds. The instructors offer insights into the operational trade-offs of each system.

This guide details a training drill for shooting with both eyes open, as demonstrated by a professional firearms instructor from Tap Rack Bang, LLC. It emphasizes maintaining peripheral vision and faster target acquisition in dynamic self-defense scenarios, contrasting it with static precision shooting. The drill involves using taped shooting glasses to train the brain to focus on the target while keeping both eyes open.

This expert-level guide from Tap Rack Bang, LLC focuses on the critical technique of establishing a proper grip immediately after a pistol reload to enable rapid and accurate follow-up shots. The instructor emphasizes that a poor grip can cause the firearm to settle high, hindering speed, while a correct grip ensures stability and quick target re-acquisition. This technique is vital for defensive handgun use and competitive shooting.

This guide, presented by Chief Instructor Ernie Medina of Tap Rack Bang, LLC, details crucial pre-attack indicators for civilian defenders. It covers recognizing attacker body language, eye contact, hand gestures, and behavioral cues. The instruction emphasizes situational awareness, the importance of disengagement, and discreetly pre-staging hands near a concealed firearm for improved readiness in potential confrontations.