Pistol Red Dots: Game Changer or Gimmick?
02/26/25 • 49 min
It’s time to lock, load, and light up your target! In this episode of Trigger Happy Tactical, we’re diving headfirst into the world of pistol red dots. Are they the best thing since sliced bread, or just another overpriced gimmick? We break down the pros and cons, the different types of red dots, and most importantly—how to pick the right one without selling a kidney.
We’ll also cover:
- Red dots vs. iron sights – which is right for you?
- How red dots actually work (and what they aren’t)
- Open vs. closed emitters – which is better?
- Red vs. Green dots – does color matter?
- The biggest mistakes people make when using a red dot
- What makes a good red dot, and what to avoid
Whether you’re a die-hard iron sights shooter or already running a dot, this episode will give you the insight you need to make the best choice. So charge those batteries, zero those dots, and let’s send it!
#TriggerHappyTactical #RedDotSights #PistolRedDot #HandgunTraining #TacticalShooting #GunGear #FirearmsTraining #ShootingSports #EDCgear #PewPewLife #2A #TacticalTraining #PistolTraining
It’s time to lock, load, and light up your target! In this episode of Trigger Happy Tactical, we’re diving headfirst into the world of pistol red dots. Are they the best thing since sliced bread, or just another overpriced gimmick? We break down the pros and cons, the different types of red dots, and most importantly—how to pick the right one without selling a kidney.
We’ll also cover:
- Red dots vs. iron sights – which is right for you?
- How red dots actually work (and what they aren’t)
- Open vs. closed emitters – which is better?
- Red vs. Green dots – does color matter?
- The biggest mistakes people make when using a red dot
- What makes a good red dot, and what to avoid
Whether you’re a die-hard iron sights shooter or already running a dot, this episode will give you the insight you need to make the best choice. So charge those batteries, zero those dots, and let’s send it!
#TriggerHappyTactical #RedDotSights #PistolRedDot #HandgunTraining #TacticalShooting #GunGear #FirearmsTraining #ShootingSports #EDCgear #PewPewLife #2A #TacticalTraining #PistolTraining
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How to find the dot FAST (Hint: stop moving like a bobblehead)
Why your grip and stance still matter (because a shaky dot means you shoot like you’re at a rave)
Occluded dot training (AKA: Jedi mind tricks for your eyeballs)
Dry fire secrets (because if you ain’t dry firing, you ain’t trying)
Live fire drills to dial in speed & accuracy (because proof is in the pews)
How shooting competitions will expose your weaknesses—and your ego
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#pistol #firearm #tactical #reddot #triggerhappytactical
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