Done With Trijicon

Published on March 31, 2026
Duration: 1:24

This video details a user's frustrating experience with multiple Trijicon optics failing to power on, despite trying new batteries and troubleshooting steps. The speaker highlights issues with both the Trijicon HD and SRO models, suggesting a potential lockout mechanism or inherent reliability problem with the brand's optics.

Quick Summary

Trijicon optics, including the HD and SRO models, may fail to power on even with new batteries. Troubleshooting steps like battery replacement and reset button presses have not resolved the issue for the speaker, leading to frustration with expensive equipment.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Trijicon Optic Failure
  2. 00:02Trijicon HD Optic Not Turning On
  3. 00:07Comparison to Previous SRO Failure
  4. 00:11Battery Troubleshooting Steps
  5. 00:19Reticle Visible, Optic Not Functioning
  6. 00:25Testing Old Battery in Other Optics
  7. 00:32Potential Trijicon Lockout Mechanism
  8. 00:37Reset Button Troubleshooting
  9. 00:45Frustration with Expensive Optics
  10. 00:57Comparison to Other Optics (Hollow Suns)
  11. 01:14Call for Help and Solutions
  12. 01:19Summary of Trijicon Optic Issues

Frequently Asked Questions

Why might a Trijicon optic not turn on?

A Trijicon optic might not turn on due to battery issues, a potential lockout mechanism, or an inherent reliability problem. The speaker tried multiple new batteries and troubleshooting steps without success on both Trijicon HD and SRO models.

What troubleshooting steps were taken for Trijicon optic power failures?

The speaker tried four new batteries, swapped batteries between optics, and attempted to reset the optic by holding the '+' button for four seconds as per instructions. These steps did not resolve the power-on issues.

Are Trijicon optics known for reliability issues?

The speaker expresses frustration with their Trijicon HD and SRO optics failing, suggesting potential reliability concerns. They note that other brands' optics worked with batteries that failed in the Trijicon units.

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