Close Combat Red Dots
Compact, simple and rugged reflex sights!
I have come to the conclusion that the red dot optic, also known as a reflex sight, is the best choice for the carbine (and maybe the handgun at some point) as it simplifies sight alignment/sight picture. When using a red dot, super-impose it onto the target and press the trigger. It’s the same as using a laser sight; the red dot is put on target and the gun fired. If the sight is used properly with both eyes open, what is seen is a wide field of view with a red dot on target. This does not require the eye to distinguish between a clear front sight and a blurry target. In addition, it is essential to keep track of what your armed opponent is doing, so being able to keep them in clear view is a marked advantage.
I worked with a number of optics that I think are excellent choices. Attention was paid to simplicity and ruggedness, while compactness is generally a good feature to have.
Aimpoint
Aimpoint is probably the most popular red dot sight on the planet. Watch any news footage of Iraq or Afghanistan and you will see an Aimpoint mounted on an M4/M16. The newest addition to their line is the CompM4s with the AA battery compartment located on the bottom of the scope. AA batteries are preferred over more expensive lithium batteries, as they are readily available. In a pinch, an AA battery can be found in many electronic devices located all over the globe. A single AA battery powers the CompM4s not for hours, but years. Aimpoint was approached and asked if they could move the battery compartment lower to eliminate the potential of catching on anything and they happily obliged.
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