Cyelee Bear | 1000 Round Review

Published on May 22, 2023
Duration: 14:04

This review details the Cyelee Bear closed emitter 3 MOA red dot optic after enduring 1000 rounds of 10mm ammunition. The presenter highlights its durability, closed emitter design, and features like shake-to-wake and auto-off. Despite a slight claustrophobic feel in the window and minor fisheye, the optic held zero and performed reliably under harsh testing conditions, making it a compelling option at its price point.

Quick Summary

The Cyelee Bear closed emitter red dot optic underwent a rigorous 1000-round test using 10mm ammunition, proving its durability by maintaining zero and functioning without failure. Key features include an all-aluminum body, IPX7 rating, 3 MOA dot with NV settings, and shake-to-wake technology.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Cyelee Bear Red Dot
  2. 01:12Pistol Red Dot Review: Cyelee Bear
  3. 01:53Sile sent optic and ammo for review
  4. 02:371000 Rounds of 10mm Test
  5. 02:47Ammunition Used: Magtech 180 Grain 10mm
  6. 03:01Durability and Punishment
  7. 03:25Cyelee Bear Technical Specifications
  8. 03:48Battery and Button Features
  9. 04:09Included Tools and Mounts
  10. 04:34Battery Compartment and Clamp Mechanism
  11. 04:43Included Mounting Plates (MOS & RMR)
  12. 05:00Screw Fitment Issues on Springfield Plate
  13. 05:35Clarity and Lens Tint
  14. 06:16Fisheye and Wobble in the Glass
  15. 06:39Animal Naming Convention: The Bear
  16. 06:51Testing on a 10mm Pistol
  17. 07:24Drop Test Procedure
  18. 07:45Cyelee Bear Durability Test
  19. 08:08Baseline Shooting
  20. 09:03Post-Drop Test Performance
  21. 09:27Reliability: No Flickering or Failure
  22. 09:37Value Proposition at Price Point
  23. 09:52Size and Bulk of the Optic
  24. 10:07Carry Experience (Lack Thereof)
  25. 10:23Parallax Free Claims
  26. 10:55Window Size and Claustrophobia
  27. 11:35Adapting to the Window Size
  28. 11:49Dot Loss with Recoil
  29. 12:09Price Discussion (No Specifics)
  30. 12:28Feature Set vs. Price
  31. 12:4210mm Durability Conclusion
  32. 12:56Future Use on 9mm Slide
  33. 13:14Appreciation for Company's Testing Approach
  34. 13:35Final Thoughts and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

How durable is the Cyelee Bear closed emitter red dot optic?

The Cyelee Bear optic demonstrated significant durability by successfully completing a 1000-round test with 10mm ammunition without any malfunctions, flickering, or loss of zero, indicating it can withstand harsh conditions.

What are the key features of the Cyelee Bear red dot sight?

The Cyelee Bear features a 3 MOA dot, closed emitter design, all-aluminum body, IPX7 rating, eight visible and two night vision settings, shake-to-wake, and auto-off functionality, powered by a CR2032 battery.

Does the Cyelee Bear red dot have parallax error?

While advertised as parallax-free, the Cyelee Bear optic is noted to be surprisingly close to being parallax-free, with minimal apparent movement of the dot when the user's eye shifts within the sight's window.

What ammunition was used to test the Cyelee Bear optic?

The optic was tested with 1000 rounds of Magtech 180-grain 10mm ammunition. This heavy caliber was chosen to rigorously test the optic's durability and ability to hold zero under significant recoil.

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