Are these replica optics good or bad ???

[pintofcarling]

OK guys n girls if i want EOTech sight they start about £500 UK pounds that's a lot of dollars, but i found this airsoft website selling these replicas from £49.00 UK pounds that's a lot less dollars whats your veiw heres the link, you might have to copy n paste to veiw it from da pint  :grin:

http://ant-supplies.co.uk/EOTECH.aspx

[imschur]

I know some of the replicas here in the US dont have a reticule like a true EOTech, they just have a red dot. I see the image on that page is showing an ET reticule but I would ask the question first

[Mr. Jones]

It's hit or miss on many "clones" and you should try to find user reviews when possible.  Always see what other buyers said if they allow reviews at the sales website.  Further, you can do a google search for that product and see if people have anything to say about it.

From what I have read around the net, it seems like the general consensus is that airsoft and paintball optics and accessories can be suitable for .22 usage.  As with all lower priced products, however, do a little homework to try and ensure you make wise purchases.

[a|ex]

i purchased an eotech 552 and XPS clone for my kid's airsoft m4's. but i tried it out on my sig 522 and fnh ps90 and surprisingly, they held zero. only had a few hundred rounds, so i'm not sure of it's longevity. here's a short review:

the 552 optic is much better than the XPS. there is slight ghosting at higher brightness levels and the eye relief is good, the farther back, the larger the image. this clone came with flip covers. there is no mirror finish in the viewing glass but there is on the other end. this clone doesn't have the eotech logos.

the XPS has an issue when your eye level is too low, the reticle starts to cut away. there is also severe ghosting. there is also an annoying slight mirror finish on the viewing glass. it sux outdoors under bright daylight because of that mirror finish. it's not too bad if you wear a hat.

i'll do a better video review when my 5x magnifier comes in.

-a|ex

[pintofcarling]

Cool Alex, wheres the best place to get clones and i cant wait to see your further reveiws

thanks for helping the pint  :beer:

[Cyclone]

I purchased two of these Knockoffs or KO's as I have referred to them in the past. Some of you read my review of them and I must say they are both still performing well. I installed a 557 KO on my Mp15-22 and I put a 552 KO on my Dads 10-22 while I decked it out. Both have the correct reticle and hold Zero perfect they do however have a slight shadow image in the glass. They look as cool as hell but you must consider they are really no better quality than your $75 red dot but for 22LR plinking they are great.