Aimpoint Duty RDS

Published on July 7, 2024
Duration: 10:57

This review of the Aimpoint Duty RDS highlights its suitability as a professional-grade red dot sight, emphasizing its 3-year battery life on setting 7, crystal clear glass, and 80ft submersion rating. While the optic itself performed exceptionally well in the water bottle durability test, holding zero effectively, a slight flex was noted in the included mount's connection to the rail system. The reviewer suggests swapping the mount for optimal performance in demanding duty scenarios.

Quick Summary

The Aimpoint Duty RDS offers a 3-year battery life on setting 7 and is fully submersible up to 80 feet, making it a durable duty-grade optic. While it holds zero well under stress, a slight flex in the included mount was noted during durability testing.

Chapters

  1. 00:57Introduction to Aimpoint Duty RDS
  2. 01:30Price and Optics Planet Discount
  3. 02:10Battery Life and Setting 7
  4. 02:27Glass Clarity and Waterproofing
  5. 02:37Submersible Depth (80 ft)
  6. 03:00Design and Mount Features
  7. 03:34Ammo Sponsor & Range Prep
  8. 03:44Water Bottle Test Explanation
  9. 05:09Water Bottle Test Execution
  10. 06:07Initial Group Check
  11. 08:07Post-Test Group Evaluation
  12. 08:38Mount Flex Analysis
  13. 09:33Mount Quality Concerns
  14. 10:01Overall Impressions and Mount Swap
  15. 10:46Viewer Comments and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the battery life of the Aimpoint Duty RDS?

The Aimpoint Duty RDS boasts an impressive battery life of 3 years of continuous use when set to setting 7, which is ideal for indoor use and personal defense scenarios.

Is the Aimpoint Duty RDS waterproof?

Yes, the Aimpoint Duty RDS is fully submersible and waterproof up to 80 feet, making it a robust option for duty use in various environmental conditions.

How does the Aimpoint Duty RDS perform in durability tests?

In a water bottle durability test, the Aimpoint Duty RDS held its zero effectively. However, a slight flex was observed in the included mount's connection to the rail, suggesting potential for mount bending under extreme stress.

What is the price of the Aimpoint Duty RDS and where can it be purchased?

The Aimpoint Duty RDS is available for around $499. Optics Planet offers discounts, and a 7% off code '704TAC' is provided by the channel.

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