Reviews - Page 2 - EOTech 557 3X FTS Holographic Weapon Sight HWS Night Vision Compatible M557 Non Reflective Black MPO w/ EOTech G23 Gen II FTS 3x Magnifier Multi Purpose Optic 557.3XFTS Reviews - ET-RD-557-3X-557-G23FTS-KIT

Author: RasterOps (verified customer) , Old fart, from Tempe AZ on May 3, 2010
Pros:  Easily installed and used
Cons:  Almost too big and too heavy for a PS90
Would recommend:  yes

RasterOps wrote:

This is my first sight purchased for my first weapon... If I knew then what I know now, I would do things differently. I mounted the sight and magnifier on a PS90. The PS90 has a length limited upper rail. Furthermore the stock PS90 had to be modified; stock sight removed and replaced by an upper rail. This had the effect of raising the upper rail by ~0.25" vs. a factory PS90 Triple Rail weapon. When using the magnifier it was not possible to rest my chin on the weapon. I am uncertain, how this affects marksmanship. I am uncertain if this is normal or related to its mounted position and whether the increased rail height was a factor. With the magnifier flipped to side I was able to rest my chin on the weapon. The sight just seems huge, especially for the PS90 although it works well (including daylight). Changing the "Flip to Side" mount (Quick flip) for a left handed shooter only requires a screwdriver (large) and reversing the magnifier. Unfortunately, this places the Quick Release ...
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Author: kmkunkle (verified customer) , hunter recreational shooter, from Greenville, SC on Apr 15, 2010
Pros:  ease of use; easy set-up
Cons:  edges slightly blurry
Would recommend:  yes

kmkunkle wrote:

The Eotech and 3x magnifier is an incredible combination and well worth the price. The holograph's edges are slightly blurry, but when used with the magnifier on the correct brightness setting it becomes a non-issue. The construction is solid and operation is simple.

Author: kd6yw (verified customer) , HUNTER AND RANGE ADICT, from pleasanton, CA on Mar 18, 2010
Pros:  quick set up; fast zeroing; easy to see and CQB friendly
Cons:  none yet.
Would recommend:  yes

kd6yw wrote:

Very happy using both the native hws and with the 3x optic. easy to adjust and holds adjustment very well.

Author: jet (verified customer) from Inver Grove Heights on Mar 3, 2010
Pros:  Very Easy to Use
Cons:  tough to see dots until your eyes focus and turning off seems to be not as easy as it should be
Would recommend:  yes

jet wrote:

I love this except it messes with your eyes until you learn what to focus on. I real like the 3X Magnifier as an addition to the system. Only problem I didn't care for was you really need to push the side buttons hard to turn off. This can be difficult in cold weather because you really need to dig your fingers in. Overall great system! But I'm just a beginner with this.

Author: kvnmhny (verified customer) from Darlington,SC on Feb 19, 2010
Pros:  Overall great sight
Would recommend:  yes

kvnmhny wrote:

Overall great sight for all kinds of shooting

Author: LAKane (verified customer) , Author, martial arts instructor, security supervisor, from Seattle, WA on Feb 11, 2010
Pros:  Robust, accurate, waterproof, BDC reticle, tuned to 5.56, night vision compatable
Cons:  Expensive
Would recommend:  yes

LAKane wrote:

Facilitates quick transition from close quarters battle to long range with one holo sight. Allows reliable, accurate shooting with both eyes open, lightening fast target acquisition, and easy range estimating. The BDC reticle is accurately tuned to 5.56 caliber out to ~ 600M. Sets up in seconds on the rail and re-sets to zero when removed/replace. Battery lasts for close to a thousand hours (with lithium; a bit shorter with alkaline). Side mounted controls don't interfere with the magnifier or backup sights. Halo is easy to see in any light conditions and is nightvision compatible. Magnifier works much better than cheap knockoffs, particularly in low light. Fantastic package; highly recommended!