The Classic Trijicon Reflex Sight

Published on April 8, 2023
Duration: 12:12

This expert guide delves into the Trijicon Reflex sights, specifically the RX01 and RX30, highlighting their passive illumination systems utilizing fiber optics and tritium. It details their historical context, including use in SOPMOD Block 1, and analyzes their performance limitations like 'washout' and incompatibility with weapon lights. The guide also touches upon their surprising effectiveness with night vision and offers a comparative perspective against modern red dot sights, concluding with a recommendation for the Meprolight M21 for those prioritizing passive illumination.

Quick Summary

Trijicon Reflex sights, like the RX01 and RX30, utilize passive illumination via fiber optics and tritium, eliminating the need for batteries. While effective in bright light and surprisingly compatible with night vision, they suffer from 'washout' when transitioning from dark to bright environments and are incompatible with weapon-mounted lights.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Trijicon Reflex Sights
  2. 00:40History and Origins
  3. 01:47SOPMOD Block 1 and Military Use
  4. 02:08Technical Mechanics and Tritium Safety
  5. 03:53Reticle and Lens Characteristics
  6. 04:10Performance and Limitations
  7. 05:36Cultural Context and International Variants
  8. 06:35Model Comparisons and Specs
  9. 09:45Night Vision and Final Verdict

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of Trijicon Reflex sights?

Trijicon Reflex sights like the RX01 and RX30 are passively illuminated optics using fiber optics and tritium, requiring no batteries. They often feature an amber reticle and utilize the Bindon Aiming Concept for both-eyes-open shooting.

What are the limitations of Trijicon Reflex sights?

A primary limitation is 'washout,' where the reticle becomes invisible when moving from a dark area to a bright one. They are also incompatible with weapon-mounted lights, as the light washes out the reticle.

How do Trijicon Reflex sights perform with night vision?

Surprisingly, Trijicon Reflex sights perform well under night vision devices. The tritium dot remains crisp without excessive blooming, making them usable in low-light conditions when paired with NODs.

What is the difference between the Trijicon RX01 and RX30?

The RX01 has a 24mm objective lens and weighs 4.4 oz, while the RX30 features a larger 42mm objective lens and weighs 9.0 oz. The RX30 also uses an ACOG-style mounting interface.

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