Trijicon's ACOG TA31 Aurora Is The Contra Code Of Scopes

This review from firearms enthusiasts Alyssa Seymour and her co-host critically examines popular red dot sights. They find Trijicon optics to be high-quality but overpriced, strongly recommend Aimpoint as a superior alternative, and explicitly advise against the Leupold DeltaPoint Pro due to its susceptibility to environmental factors and a frustrating user interface.

This video details a durability drop test on a Trijicon VCOG optic mounted on an AR-15 rifle. The rifle was dropped from 8-10 feet onto gravel to assess zero retention and structural integrity. The VCOG, a 1-6x or 1-8x LPVO constructed from 7075-T6 aluminum, is known for its robust design and long battery life.

This video reviews the top LPVOs of 2024, categorizing them into Budget (<$500), Mid-Tier (<$1000), and Premium (<$2000) price points. Key recommendations include the Sig MSR 1-6x for budget value, Trijicon Credo 1-6x for mid-tier performance, and the Primary Arms PLx-C 1-8x for premium innovation. The speaker emphasizes practical performance and value across different price brackets.

The RemACOG is a $45 clamp-on accessory designed to enhance Trijicon ACOGs by reducing reticle bloom and offering manual brightness control. It addresses common issues with fiber optic illumination, especially when tritium has expired. The device uses a CR2032 battery and provides adjustable illumination levels, from low-light to 'desert bright'.

This video provides a review of the Trijicon RMR HD 3.5 MOA Red Dot Sight. It highlights key features of the optic, including its auto-brightness adjustment, multiple reticle options, and a new top-mounted battery compartment. The description emphasizes the RMR HD's durability and performance, positioning it as a new standard in tactical optics.

This "Product Spotlight" video from Brownells features Caleb and Steve examining the new generation of Midwest Industries MK2 quick-detach (QD) optic mounts. The review highlights their premium build quality, smooth camming QD lever system, and tool-free tension adjustment. They cover support for various scope sizes (30mm, 34mm, 35mm, and 1 inch), top ring accessories for red dots, and offset mounting options. The presenters also discuss compatibility with popular red dot sights like Aimpoint and other optics from brands like ACOG, Steiner, and Trijicon, emphasizing the robust nature and research & development behind Midwest Industries' mounts.

This video features a former Navy SEAL, Jeff Gonzales, providing expert feedback on a home defense AR-15 build. He critiques the rifle's accessories, particularly the sling, and emphasizes the importance of reliable optics and the benefits of a suppressor for indoor use. The discussion highlights practical considerations for effective home defense firearms.

The Beretta ARX-160, showcased at SHOT Show 2011, is a modular, piston-driven rifle featuring ambidextrous controls and tool-less disassembly. Its design emphasizes adaptability with multiple sling points, interchangeable magazine releases, and a quick-change barrel system. While currently limited to military/defense use, future law enforcement and civilian variants are planned.

Fostech unveiled a 20-round .50 BMG drum magazine for Barrett M107 and 82A1 rifles, constructed from billet machined aluminum. They also introduced the Fostech Rader, a lightweight .308 rifle featuring a proprietary magnesium aluminum alloy and ambidextrous controls. The drum mag is priced at $1599 with a Q3/Q4 availability, while the Rader rifle is expected around $3000 with a Q4 release.

Testing a Remington 158gr SJHP .357 Magnum load from a 16-inch Rossi M92 reveals impressive performance, achieving 1709.6 fps. The round exhibited significant fragmentation and penetration of 20.1 inches in ballistic gel, behaving more like a rifle cartridge due to its velocity. This challenges typical handgun round terminal ballistics expectations.