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My ring is ‘dotty’ - it is not a clear circle? Is it my eyes or the products? — 5 Answers

by dp17402, from PA, United States Asked on March 16, 2020

Name EOTech XPS3 Transverse Red Dot Sight (4.8)
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Answered by Bethany Kopel, Gear Expert, from UT, United States, on January 26, 2021

Please reach out to us at techsales@opticsplanet.com and we will assist you. If you feel there is something wrong with your product, you can also reach out to EoTech directly as they would handle all service/warranty issues.

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Answered by greg, member, from NJ, United States, on November 23, 2025

It's supposed to look like that. All of the holographic sights have a grainy ring and dot. Don't focus on that. Focus on your target and you don't notice the grainy circle and dot.

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Answered by Isaiah, guest, from TN, United States, on June 22, 2024

It's called having astigmatism. I deal with the same issue. Look at the retinal through a pin sized hole or make a tiny hole with 4 fingers and look at the retical. It's like magic. Turns into a perfectly even lit circle.

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Answered by Philip Hill, member, from TX, United States, on July 10, 2026

That’s what it’s supposed to look like it’s a common complaint and feature of Geotech holographic sites. It’s made that way so that you can actually see your target through the hologram. Pretty much all real holographic sites will look this way if it’s a solid picture then it’s just a reflex site.

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Answered by Mike, member, from FL, United States, on May 05, 2026

That’s the normal look. It’s Holographic so it isn’t as crisp as other types. Your eyes are fine and I only own one until I save up more money! They are the best in my opinion and you can’t kill them!

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