subject: Eotech Holographic sights is the first electro-optic sighting system [print this page] Eotech Holographic sights is the first electro-optic sighting system
On 1996, Eotech launched its holographic sighting technology to be used in sport shooting and hunting applications to increase target accuracy and speed of target acquisition. It uses patented technology, the HWS, to provide the operator a parallax free sighting device that is nearly indestructible which also removes complexities from targeting and allows the aiming process to become almost instinctive and reflexive. Later on, they introduced there product in the military and in the law enforcement in the US. Since then, the HWS has been standardized by many organizations in US such as the FBI, NYPD, LAPD and etc.
Eotech Holographic sights is the first electro-optic sighting system to apply holographic technology to small and medium sized weapon platforms especially designed for more favorable in close quarter battle. It delivers more speed and accuracy gain, uncompromising use of peripheral vision, leaves no muzzle side operator signature, and is packaged in a compact, durable unit.
The Eotech model 550 is night vision compatible. These kinds of sight models are submersible up to 33ft except for the model the SU-231/PEQ M553 555. The SU-231/PEQ M553 555 is submersible up to 66ft. All of these sights are battery operated. There is a special night vision setting for 551 and 552 to eliminate the halo effect while viewing the image in the intensifier tube. However, 510 (511 - M511/512 M512), battery operated Waterproof and submersible up to 10 ft., is not night vision compatible.
Eotech has been a leader in the marketplace for many years and continues to improve on the quality of their sites at the same time making their optical sights even smaller. I have noticed over the years the fit and finish has really come a long way as well as the battery life. Just ask yourself what exactly you will be using the sight for and let that guide your decision making process.
