FAQs

Marcos La Porte
Nov 5, 2025
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Q: Will rain kill an open emitter?

A: Not necessarily, but drops can occlude the emitter or lens; enclosed designs resist this better.

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Pros: Wide field of view, fast target acquisition, low weight. Trade-offs: Emitter is more exposed to rain/dust/impacts; use quality housings/covers.

Enclosed-Emitter Sights — Protection & Reliability

Pros: Better protection of the diode and lens from weather, mud, and bumps. Trade-offs: Slightly smaller window and a bit more mass. Ideal for duty/rugged use.

Co-Witness Basics (Absolute vs. Lower 1/3)

Absolute co-witness: Iron sights sit in the middle of the optic window. Lower 1/3 co-witness: Irons appear in the lower third of the window; less visual clutter. Co-witness is influenced by mount/plat

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