OLIGHT Red Dot Actually Works! Is This A Fluke?

Published on June 10, 2024
Duration: 10:50

This video reviews the Olight O-Light red dot sight, testing its durability and zero retention on a Glock 19 Gen 5. Despite initial skepticism and reports of issues from other users, the reviewer found the O-Light to perform exceptionally well under various stress tests, including racking the slide on hard surfaces and even being run over by a truck. The reviewer was impressed by its ability to hold zero and maintain reticle visibility throughout extensive testing.

Quick Summary

The Olight O-Light red dot sight demonstrated remarkable durability and zero retention during testing on a Glock 19 Gen 5. Despite harsh stress tests, including being run over by a truck, the optic maintained its zero and a clear, bright reticle, surprising the reviewer who noted its innovative battery hood design and large field of view.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Reticle Still There!
  2. 00:09Introducing the Olight O-Light
  3. 00:22Olight O-Light Provided for Review
  4. 00:27Battery Hood Feature
  5. 00:47Olight Event at NRA Week
  6. 01:04Testing Zero Retention
  7. 01:08Glock 19 Gen 5 Setup
  8. 01:15Shooting Steel at 20 Yards
  9. 01:43First Magazine Results
  10. 01:50Addressing Other User Reports
  11. 02:20Racking Test Simulation
  12. 02:44Durability Test Continues
  13. 03:00Reticle Still Visible
  14. 03:13Moving to Another Table
  15. 03:25Racking on Truck Bed & Table
  16. 03:38Reticle Holding Strong
  17. 04:03Speechless at Performance
  18. 04:13Running Over with Truck Test
  19. 04:22Post-Truck Test Check
  20. 04:38Blown Away by O-Light
  21. 04:51Possible Fluke?
  22. 05:04It's Working!
  23. 05:10Exceeding Expectations
  24. 05:29Testing Methodology
  25. 05:53Not Paid by Olight
  26. 06:03Should You Buy It?
  27. 06:24Keeping it on the Glock 19
  28. 06:37Reflex Sight Performance
  29. 06:44Wild That It Works
  30. 06:54Brightness Level
  31. 07:14Another Magazine
  32. 07:22Clearing Up
  33. 07:30Reticle Still Centered
  34. 07:35Third Magazine Test
  35. 08:15Third Mag Success
  36. 08:23One More Mag Test
  37. 08:53Reticle Never Disappeared
  38. 09:01Recoil Not Affecting Reticle
  39. 09:20Giggles Magazine Test
  40. 09:37Final Thoughts on Performance
  41. 10:01Hearing the Dings
  42. 10:10Impressive Field of View
  43. 10:19It's Actually Working!
  44. 10:32Conclusion
  45. 10:40Johnny C Video Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

How durable is the Olight O-Light red dot sight?

The Olight O-Light red dot sight demonstrated exceptional durability in testing. It successfully held zero after being subjected to slide racking on hard surfaces like a truck bed and table, and even after being run over by a truck. The reticle remained visible and functional throughout these extreme stress tests.

Does the Olight O-Light red dot sight hold zero under recoil?

Yes, the Olight O-Light red dot sight proved to hold zero effectively under recoil. The reviewer fired multiple magazines through a Glock 19 Gen 5, and the reticle remained stable and centered on target, indicating strong zero retention even with repeated firing.

What are the key features of the Olight O-Light red dot sight?

A notable feature of the Olight O-Light is its battery hood, which allows for installation without removing the optic or battery. The sight also offers a large field of view and a bright, clear red reticle that remained visible during extensive testing.

Is the Olight O-Light red dot sight worth buying based on this review?

Based on this reviewer's experience, the Olight O-Light performed surprisingly well, exceeding expectations and holding zero under extreme conditions. While acknowledging that others have reported issues, the reviewer was highly impressed and suggested it might be worth testing for oneself, especially for range use.

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