RMR for EDC

[manki77]

So here you can see the front/back of the Armadillo (black) and the GearCraft (grey).

The GearCraft gets the nod for smoothness of draw, but that's the only category is wins (for me).

There is absolutely zero wrong with the GearCraft, the Armadillo guys just came up with something unique that slims the height of the holster up.

The slimness is due to the design uniqueness of the Armadillo (kydex is folded around the light instead of the top of the pistol as most guys do it). That height might not seem like much in a photo, but it makes a world of difference when it's shoved down your pants.

You can also see the ledge molded into the Armadillo at the muzzle that makes it that much more comfy. Especially when seated.

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Thanks for the comparison. Will def check them out. Can never have too many holsters!

 

[Dirty J]

Been using two Trijicon RMR's for over 5 years now. My first (RMR06, 3.25MOA dot) on a ATEI milled G17, the other (RMR09, 1MOA dot) on a ATEI milled G19. These guns and optics have been grossly misused and subjected to more abuse than normal EDC would provide. I replace batteries and confirm zero once a year, on my birthday.

BATTERY - Battery life is spec'd at 4 years on setting 4. However, if you replace annually you can run it at any brightness with no concern. I actually prefer a smaller dot, due to the intense brightness these RMR's can produce. When on full brightness, the dot tends to "bloom" taking on an increased visual size.

LINT/HUMIDITY - My optics always have lint on them, I carry AIWB with an undershirt. It never is a problem. Even if you completely occlude the lens, your eyes marry the target image (from one eye) with the dot image (from the other eye) seamlessly, providing a excellent sight picture. This also goes for humidity, however anti-fog applications greatly reduce this. I have taken several classes were it has rained, with no real issues. Notice that no one has concern about their rifle Aimpoint becoming useless in the rain.

COST - They cost, a lot. Milling, finishing, optics, and possibly new holsters. However, many of us own many guns and have only two hands. I started to realize that putting money and effort into rifle gadgets and classes while good, was misplaced. 99% of the time I am carrying a handgun, and as a defensive tool I want it as effective and as easy to use as possible. Adding an optic gives a quantifiable increase in accuracy.

EASE OF USE - Switching to optics on a handgun has a learning curve. However they work with how we naturally want to see and focus. With handgun optics you simply look at the target (just like with a rifle) not the optic, and adjust the location of the dot as necessary. I cannot recommend them enough.

VERY well said.

 

[MaconGuns]

Other than this guy training his muscle memory to look for traffic, it shows to me that theres not much difference.

KIS: Keep it Simple

 

[Dirty J]

Other than this guy training his muscle memory to look for traffic, it shows to me that theres not much difference.

KIS: Keep it Simple

There's plenty of difference at distance. Plenty.

And at distances that it doesn't matter... having iron sights on the gun are likely irrelevant too.

Maybe try a MRDS before you decide you know all you need to know from a YouTube video.

Here's a paper on the very subject... just happens to be from the same fellow that you posted the YouTube video from.

http://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/7dc128_50a7c57f2d284e53bca8584a7f7925b1.pdf

 

[FLdeepdiver]

Other than this guy training his muscle memory to look for traffic, it shows to me that theres not much difference.

KIS: Keep it Simple

If you ever take a class with Aaron, you will see most of his guns equipped with MRDS, even a simunitions gun.

I have had students that never picked up a gun in their life use a RDS handgun at 50-100ft with excellent hits. On the same firing line students with equal experience struggle at 15ft. This is due to the immediate feedback the dot gives during firing. A perfect vertical dash under recoil is the goal. No need to combat the natural tendency to focus on the target, rather it's encouraged with a RDS firearms.

Are you a mediocre shooter? RDS make you better.
Are you a good shooter? RDS makes you better.
Are you an excellent shooter? RDS makes you faster.

There are no negatives to adding a MRDS to your handgun, other than cost. Likewise there are no negatives to adding a RDS to your rifle (vs. irons only) other than cost.

 

[Dirty J]

If you ever take a class with Aaron, you will see most of his guns equipped with MRDS, even a simunitions gun.

I have had students that never picked up a gun in their life use a RDS handgun at 50-100ft with excellent hits. On the same firing line students with equal experience struggle at 15ft. This is due to the immediate feedback the dot gives during firing. A perfect vertical dash under recoil is the goal. No need to combat the natural tendency to focus on the target, rather it's encouraged with a RDS firearms.

Are you a mediocre shooter? RDS make you better.
Are you a good shooter? RDS makes you better.
Are you an excellent shooter? RDS makes you faster.

There are no negatives to adding a MRDS to your handgun, other than cost. Likewise there are no negatives to adding a RDS to your rifle (vs. irons only) other than cost.

If you follow the progression of Aaron's videos on YouTube ... he initially poo-poos the concept of MRDS on handguns. But he stuck with it, and learned it was advantageous.

And yeah... the dudes a stand up trainer. Much learning happens at Sage Classes.

I've got a buddy running his rifle course this weekend as a matter of fact.

 

[manki77]

If you follow the progression of Aaron's videos on YouTube ... he initially poo-poos the concept of MRDS on handguns. But he stuck with it, and learned it was advantageous.

And yeah... the dudes a stand up trainer. Much learning happens at Sage Classes.

I've got a buddy running his rifle course this weekend as a matter of fact.

I have been following his videos for a while now. Where do they conduct the classes would be really interested in taking one of his classes. Dude knows his stuff and approaches things in a logical manner

 

[Dirty J]

I have been following his videos for a while now. Where do they conduct the classes would be really interested in taking one of his classes. Dude knows his stuff and approaches things in a logical manner

He travels all over the US. Live fire classes in Georgia are hosted in Woodbury Ga and force on force (simunitions) is usually in Cartersville.

 

[Dirty J]

See if you got what it takes to earn the patch.

 

[FLdeepdiver]

See if you got what it takes to earn the patch.

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^ Thats a nice chop. I have a few, but none as sweet as that.