Cyelee Cat Pro Review & Shoot Pistol Red Dot RMSC

Published on September 5, 2023
Duration: 14:28

This review covers the Cyelee Cat Pro pistol red dot sight, highlighting its RMSc footprint compatibility and features like a side-release battery tray, lockout mode for combat situations, and improved co-witness capability, particularly with the SIG P365. The reviewer compares it favorably to smaller optics and demonstrates its performance on a Taurus TX22 and a 9mm pistol, noting its durability and ease of use.

Quick Summary

The Cyelee Cat Pro pistol red dot sight features a side-release battery tray for easy changes without losing zero, and a combat lockout mode to prevent accidental button presses. Its improved profile aids co-witnessing, and it offers a larger sight window for faster target acquisition compared to smaller optics.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Cyelee Cat Pro
  2. 00:09Unboxing and Included Hardware
  3. 01:13Cat Pro vs. Standard Cat Differences
  4. 01:15Side-Release Battery Tray Feature
  5. 01:36Revised Profile and Co-Witnessing
  6. 02:28Combat Lockout Mode Explained
  7. 03:31Shake Awake and Waterproofing
  8. 04:11Adjustment Range and Warranty
  9. 04:29Mounting on Taurus TX22
  10. 04:37Comparison to Crimson Trace Optic
  11. 05:12Upcoming Reviews (Mag Extension, Lakeline)
  12. 06:13Previous Cyelee Optics Experience
  13. 06:46Initial Shooting Impressions & Zeroing
  14. 07:20TX22 Cycling Issues (Rimfire Specific)
  15. 08:35Sight Window Performance
  16. 09:49Extended Shooting (9mm & .22LR)
  17. 10:24Red Dot Durability (.22LR vs. 9mm)
  18. 11:00Mounting on 9mm Pistol
  19. 11:24Re-Zeroing When Switching Firearms
  20. 13:45Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Cyelee Cat Pro pistol red dot?

The Cyelee Cat Pro features a side-release battery tray for easy changes without losing zero, a combat lockout mode to prevent accidental button presses, and an improved profile for better co-witnessing, especially on pistols like the SIG P365.

How does the Cyelee Cat Pro compare to smaller red dots?

The Cat Pro offers a significantly larger sight window, making target acquisition much faster and easier compared to smaller optics like the Crimson Trace model reviewed. This larger window is a key advantage for practical shooting.

Can the Cyelee Cat Pro be used on different firearm calibers?

Yes, the reviewer demonstrates its use on both a .22LR Taurus TX22 and a 9mm pistol. The video explains that the impact on red dot durability is similar across calibers like .22LR, 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP due to recoil spring differences.

What is the 'lockout mode' on the Cyelee Cat Pro?

The lockout mode is activated by holding both brightness buttons for six seconds. This disables the buttons, preventing accidental changes to the brightness setting, which is useful in combat or during strenuous activity.

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