Combat Optics Reviews

Trijicon MRO (front)

The Trijicon MRO is Trijicon’s answer to the Aimpoint T-1 and T-2 Micros. However, due to the much larger objective lens it has a very wide field of vision and does away with the “looking through a tube” effect and is more like an Eotech in that respect. It also lacks the distinct image of the diode that can occur with the earlier SRS. It has six brightness settings via a dial on the top and is easily zeroed with a flat bladed screwdriver. There are no adjuster caps to lose and the adjustment directions are clear. The MRO has a very clear red dot, virtually parallax free and with less of a blue tint in the image than its SRS predecessor.  Again unlike the SRS, you can see it clearly when aiming relatively near the sun. The Trijicon MRO has an exceptionally handy ambidextrous brightness adjuster with two OFF positions 180 degrees apart. The dot is 2MoA which is a good compromise for CQB and long range use. It is available in low mounted, absolute co-witness and lower third co-witness (with rifles and carbines with AR height Picatinny flat-tops). Other suppliers are currently in the process of releasing quick detachable mounts/bases for this sight – American Defense Manufacturing already have a very solid quick detach unit out there. Its housing is machined from a 7075-T6 forging for immense strength and is mil-spec hard anodized. It is waterproof to 30meters. The deeply recessed objective lens/window is very well protected and the sight is almost indestructible. The Trijicon Miniature Rifle Optic works with Aimpoint, Eotech and Vortex magnifiers. This sight comes in around $200 less than the Aimpoint T-2 and is great value for money. Like the Aimpoint Micro series it takes up very little rail space. It takes a CR2032 lithium battery (supplied). forged 7075-T6 housing.

Trijicon Miniature Rifle Optic (rear)

Specifications.

• Wide Viewing Area
• Eight brightness settings with TWO “offs” in the middle
• Ambidextrous Brightness Control
• 1/2 MOA increments. No special tools required. No separate caps
• Forged 7075 Aircraft-Grade Aluminum Housing
• Surface-Flush Adjusters eliminates snag hazards
• Multi-Coated Lenses for superior clarity and light gathering.
• Parallax-Free
• 5 years of continuous use at day-setting 3
• Battery: single CR2032 lithium battery
• Brownells unlimited satisfaction guarantee

Trijicon Sealed Reflex Sight 892-000-097WB SRS W/ FLATTOP MOUNT

The Trijicon SRS Sealed Reflex Sight is an ultra-rugged reflex sight with the unusual feature of solar panels in addition to the standard supplied AA lithium battery. This typically gives a battery life of over three years at a setting of 7 at a temperature of 70 degrees F. The SRS’ 1.75 MoA red dot automatically adjusts in brightness conserving battery power when in battery low light mode. The sight has ten brightness settings, including three for NV. It is a little taller and quite a bit heavier than other manufacturer’s offerings at 10.9 ounces and 3.75″ L x 2.5″ W x 2.4″ high, but is brutally rugged, waterproof to 50 meters depth and will hold zero no matter what. Part of the size is due to the massive 38mm objective lens – this gives a field of view of 69ft at 100 yards with 4 inches eye relief. This compares to the Aimpoint PRO, for example, with a Field of View of 30ft at 100 yards.  Some users have experienced a minor annoyance at seeing the reflection of the diode that makes the red dot, but this only becomes annoying of you really focus on it, in precision work on the range, zeroing etc. This has been improved in more recent Trijicon SRS sights by an improved internal coating – Trijicon will upgrade your SRS if you return it to them. Another alternative is the ARD, but this is another £120 and gives a “looking through a screen door” effect that not everyone can get on with. The Trijicon SRS comes with the usual two knurled screw Picatinny mounting, A quick release version is available.

FEATURES:

• No tube effect due to unique design
• Powered by a solar panel and a single AA battery
• Years of life from a single battery
• Self-adjusting, auto-locking lever mount on quick release mount model
• ACOG ruggedness
• 10 brightness settings, including 3 NVG
• Parallax free
• Waterproof to 165 feet (50 meters)
• 1.75 MoA dot
• No “auto-off” feature
• Optical magnification: 1x
• Clear aperture: 1.1″ (28mm)
• Field of view: 23m at 100m with 4″ eye relief
• Elevation adjustment range: 75 MOA
• Windage adjustment range: 75 MOA
• Adjustment increments: 1/2 MOA per click
• Reticle illumination: led
• Battery type: 1 AA (E91) alkaline or lithium
• Battery life: over 3 years of continuous use at brightness setting 7 of 10 at 70 deg f with supplied lithium battery.  Over 2.5 years of continuous use at brightness setting 7 of 10 at 70 deg f with standard alkaline battery
• Photovoltaic cell: automatically provides supplemental power when outside during daylight conditions, further increasing battery life
• Brightness settings: 10 brightness settings, including 3 night vision and 1 super bright
• Dimensions: 3.75″ l x 2.5″ w x 2.4″ h without mount
• Weight: 10.9 oz with battery
• Weight with mount: 13.8 oz with battery
• Material – housing: forged 7075-T6 aluminum, hard coat anodized per MIL-A-8625, type III, class 2, dull & non-reflective
• Optical center: 1.57″ from top of rail

Trijicon Sealed Reflex Sight 892-000-098WB SRS W/ QUICK RELEASE MOUNT

BENEFITS:

• The Trijicon SRS is short, taking up little Picatinny rail space.
• Unique optical design virtually eliminates the “tube-effect” you get with other sights
• Large field of view allows for fast target engagement at CQB distances
• Ideal for use in military, law enforcement, and recreational applications on a variety of platforms from AR15s to shotguns
• LED lit 1.75 MOA aiming point combined with solar panel and a single AA battery allow for years of use
• “solar assist” means that the SRS only draws from the AA battery when there is no alternative
• The Trijicon SRS is built to endure the rigors of extreme in-the-field use and carries the same stringent testing requirements as the renowned Trijicon ACOG line of sighting systems

Purchase a Trijicon Sealed Reflex Sight 892-000-097WB SRS W/ FLATTOP MOUNT or Trijicon Sealed Reflex Sight 892-000-098WB SRS W/ QUICK RELEASE MOUNT at Brownells, a name you can trust.