NEW Best Red Dot Sight for Pistols? Ameriglo Haven Review

Published on December 3, 2023
Duration: 12:30

This review of the Ameriglo Haven red dot sight highlights its RMR-style footprint, large visual window, and convenient side-mounted battery for easy changes without removing the optic. A key feature for carry guns is the 'shake awake' function, which automatically turns the sight on when the pistol is handled. The reviewer also emphasizes the importance of using the correct mounting screws and praises Ameriglo's customer service for providing replacements.

Quick Summary

The Ameriglo Haven red dot sight offers a large visual window and a convenient side-mounted battery for easy changes without removing the optic. Its 'shake awake' feature automatically activates the reticle when the pistol is handled, making it a strong contender for carry or duty use.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Standing Out in Red Dots
  2. 00:31Reviewing the Ameriglo Haven Red Dot Sight
  3. 01:32Ameriglo Haven Features: Window, Battery, Adjustments
  4. 02:25Shake Awake Functionality for Carry Guns
  5. 03:09Aesthetic and Mounting on Springfield Echelon
  6. 03:20Live Fire: First Rounds On Target
  7. 04:02Importance of Zeroing Your Red Dot
  8. 05:22Co-Witnessing with Iron Sights
  9. 06:01Advantages of Red Dots Over Iron Sights
  10. 06:51Price Point and Market Positioning
  11. 07:43Ejection Port Interference Concerns
  12. 08:15Mounting Screw Issues and Ameriglo Support
  13. 09:28Sturdiness and Round Count
  14. 09:51Rapid Fire Test
  15. 10:21Initial Impressions and Future Torture Tests
  16. 10:56Final Thoughts on the Ameriglo Haven
  17. 11:29Call to Action: Like, Subscribe, Comment

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Ameriglo Haven stand out among other red dot sights?

The Ameriglo Haven distinguishes itself with a large visual window, a side-mounted battery for easy changes without removing the optic, and a 'shake awake' feature that automatically activates the reticle when the pistol is handled, making it ideal for carry or duty use.

Is the Ameriglo Haven compatible with RMR mounts?

Yes, the Ameriglo Haven is designed with an RMR-style footprint, meaning it can be directly mounted onto pistol slides that are already cut to accept Trijicon RMR footprint optics, offering broad compatibility.

What is the 'shake awake' feature on the Ameriglo Haven?

The 'shake awake' feature is an automatic on/off function. The red dot sight detects motion and turns on when you pick up your pistol, and it automatically shuts off after a set period of inactivity to conserve battery life.

What are the key advantages of using a red dot sight over iron sights?

Red dot sights can be quicker to acquire targets with once zeroed because you only need to focus on aligning a single aiming point (the dot) with the target, unlike iron sights which require aligning the front sight, rear sight, and target simultaneously.

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