Reviews & Ratings for TruGlo Tru Brite Open Dot Sight — 17 reviews — Page 1

For the money and open reflex design, I consider this a "best value" after having used them on 2 different 12 gauge defensive shotguns. I was skeptical that it could withstand the repetitive recoil but was pleasantly surprised.

Bought this to use in steel plate shooting. the choice of 4 reticles is great. I use dot with circle for speed stuff and the small dot is great for accuracy work. Quick accurate and seems reliable. Nice features are use of common 2032 battery as opposed to some harder to find options. Wish it came with a cover

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OVERVIEW
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This review is on the TRUGLO TG8380B Red Dot Sight (RDS) w/ Multi-Reticle. The TRUGLO TG8380B has a very wide FOV (Field of View) with a 24x34mm window for faster target acquisition.

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BUILD QUALITY & MOUNTING
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Keep in mind, this is a budget-friendly RDS, not an upper echelon RDS like EOTECH, AIMPOINT, etc. For the price amount of this RDS, do not expect it to hold up and be as durable as those optics. With that in mind, overall the build quality is good. I no real qualms with it as I don't run, fall, crawl, dive, dip, dodge into mud or any sort of terrain that would require me to have a top of the line optic. I simply use this on a CenturyArms RAS47 AK-47 for recreational use both indoors and outdoors; nor have I dropped my AK purposely or accidentally to see how the optic holds up.

The TRUGLO TG8380B is a lightweight with a compact design that isn't considered "micro" nor is it too large and cumbersome or smaller rifles, shotguns, etc. I have it mounted to a Side Mount Rail to my AK-47 and it does not overwhelm the rifle with it's size which is great.

The TRUGLO TG8380B comes with an Integrated Weaver-style mounting system so a separately purchased mount is not needed by any mean. It is ready to go. For the price, I really like this RDS for rec use and would recommend it based off my actual experience with it.

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I originally purchased this sight for even less than it is advertised on this one; but it was on a sale. I first mounted it to my Bushmaster Patrol rifle and it worked well but then moved up and switched it to my S&W M&P15-.22lr training rifle. On this rifle it excels! I have only one little gripe but not big enough to vilify the optic. As time passes, the reticle "flickers" as you make changes in intensity or switch between the reticle legends (new batteries made no difference)&I can live with it. That's it...I have had no other hiccups and will keep this thing on my .22 M&P. I didn't use it for an extended period on the Bushmaster but that is not the optics fault. I think for the money it is hard to beat.

I put this on a Ruger Mark 3 w/ 5.5 bull barrel, works great on the Weaver rail that came with the Ruger
Pros: price, size and warranty
Cons: none really

A good value for a rugged sight. Like the 5 sizes of dot, 5 brightness levels, and 2 colors so you can do precise indoor target shooting with the small dot and low brightness.
Pros: Holds zero, rugged

Very easy to set up and zero on my Rock River AR-15. Bright reticle. I like being able to switch from red to green reticle depending on target color. Positive adjustment clicks are a plus. Held zero after 200 rounds.
Pros: Reasonable cost, solid build, holds zero, positive adjustment clicks
Cons: Lack of on/off switch

Works great!

Run in on my moss 500 and had no problems what so ever
Pros: size, weight, look, ease of use
Cons: tru glow emblem, Broken screw

The finish matches my 2012 LE6920 to a tee. True cowitness without any additional risers. Selector switches are relatively smooth. Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Pros: Good value for the money
Cons: Rail thumb lock screws are not staked, but they do accept the hex key