How To Sight In Your Optic At Home

Published on September 30, 2025
Duration: 1:00

This guide demonstrates how to zero an optic at home using a laser bore sighter. It emphasizes firearm safety, proper adapter selection for calibers like 9mm, and aligning the optic's red dot with the laser's projection at a distance of approximately 15 yards. This method allows for initial zeroing without expending ammunition.

Quick Summary

To zero your optic at home, use a laser bore sighter with the correct caliber adapter. Ensure your firearm is safe and empty, insert the bore sighter securely into the barrel, and align your optic's red dot with the laser's projection on a target about 15 yards away.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Zeroing Optics
  2. 00:02Laser Bore Sighter Components
  3. 00:13Firearm Safety Check
  4. 00:18Inserting the Bore Sighter
  5. 00:28Activating the Laser
  6. 00:30Aligning with the Target
  7. 00:43Removing the Bore Sighter
  8. 00:56Conclusion and Discount Code

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I zero my optic at home without using ammunition?

You can zero your optic at home using a laser bore sighter. Insert the bore sighter with the correct caliber adapter into your firearm's barrel, ensure it's secure, and then align your optic's red dot with the laser's projection on a target approximately 15 yards away.

What is the first step before using a laser bore sighter?

The absolute first step before using a laser bore sighter, or handling your firearm in any capacity, is to ensure it is completely cleared, safe, and empty. This is a critical safety protocol.

What distance should I use when aligning my optic with a laser bore sighter?

For initial alignment with a laser bore sighter, you should set up your target at approximately 15 yards away. This distance allows for a practical initial zeroing before fine-tuning at the range.

What are the components included with the Tactical Elites Laser Bore Sighter?

The Tactical Elites Laser Bore Sighter typically comes with the laser bore sighter unit itself, two batteries to power it, and various adapters to fit different firearm calibers, such as a specific adapter for 9mm firearms.

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