While most folks are probably familiar with red dots, holographic sights, and your standard rifle scope – prism optics are a generally less talked about type of scope technology that combines illumination and low-power magnification into a compact package!
What are the best prism optics out there, and what model should live on your gun? Follow along as we cover the best prism scopes from Primary Arms, Vortex, Monstrum and Sig Sauer – or check the link below for the full review!
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Primary Arms 1x Cyclops Prism Scope FDE
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Monstrum 3x Prism Scope (We ordered 3x and got a 2x – be aware!
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Vortex Spitfire Prism Scope
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Primary Arms SLx3 Prism Scope
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Primary Arms SLx5 Prism Scope
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Sig Sauer Bravo 5 Prism Scope – Our Favorite!
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Red dot, holographic, LPVO, prism?
What's on your gat?
Hehe, …. he said scuttlebutt
1:04 that dude is using aimbot… You see how it snaps to the head when he pulls the trugger?
On most optics don’t you move the POI to the reticle? Not move the reticle to the POI? I’ve seen multiple people review the Monstrum and say it’s reversed but when they explain there zeroing methods it sounds a bit off.
This guy is obviously in love with himself! and knows a little more than zero about prism and how they work! Its a part of his bias Lol! You are x military? Somehow I think you did massive k.p recon!
Can you please review the Burris AR-536 Prism Sight 3x and 5x?
I bought the Bravo 3 based off of your review and I love it. Thanks!
I just discovered Ive got an astigmatism. this sucks!
I've tried to use multiple red dots with my astigmatism but all I see are Starbursts. As a guy with the stigmatism the only 1X sight I've been able to use has been the vortex 1X prism for ARs. That's who this sight is for.
What do you think about the crimson trace cts 1100 vs the bravo 5
My Vortex spitfire 3x or any other prism scope, can be used as a red dot sight by closing the front lens cover and shooting with both eyes open.
Too bad the Sig optic looks ridiculous lol. One little rail is fine for mounting an RMR (like on the Primary arms 3x and 5x). But I don't want my optic to look like an early 2000's Knights quad rail handguard.. lol
My vision sucks and these prism scopes are the best. I have a Burris 5x with a red dot offset and it’s the best of all worlds. Red dot for up close when accuracy isn’t as important, then roll the gun back up and use the 5x for longer range stuff. The clarity and eye relief on these to me is a lot better than LPVOs that I’ve used, and the reticle clarity is much better for me than a red dot. They’re also much lighter weight than LPVOs generally speaking. Love these prism optics
That 1x P.A. sight is WAAAAY to far forward. No wonder you didn't like it.
1:12–1:13 the prism scope moves back on the picatinny rail. Did anyone else notice that?
I love my Sig Bravo4, wish they still made it.
Love the channel but please get someone that knows what they are talking about to do these reviews.
I also read this article and I was totally reading it with his voice going through my head.
That moment when you receive your brand new red dot, turn it on and see nothing but a starburst is exactly the moment when you wished you ordered the 1 x Prism instead.
I've been looking at a Barska ARX Pro Prism scope 3×30 but can't seem to
find much about them. Has anyone used one or have any feedback on them?
Pew Pew don't be pew pewing the "quartz" adjustment for more "mature" shooters; your not going to remain in your current body forever.
Which should I opt for between the Bravo 3 and the Bravo 5? Does the wide field of view on the 5x make up for its magnification?
This guy is terrible.
I have a holosun 510 with a magnifier and used a buddy’s Trijicon ACOG…. wish I never did. My astigmatism totally blurrs out the reticle on the 510 and knew it but didn’t realize how bad until using his setup. Kinda bummed I did now I’m optic shopping yet again…
Most zeroing indicators on knobs/turrets/screws generally reflect moving POI, not reticle images. You also have your prisms mounted in a weird spot because you are keeping BUIS mounted. Also, if you wanted to know about third-gen Primary Arms illumination, Dimitri and Marshall have commented extensively about the new LED tech on various forums.
After watching this video, I tried to find the PA SLx 3 and it is sold out everywhere. Must be pretty good.
I love the Monstrum in Tarkov though
I can't believe this is my first time coming across your channel. It makes no sense! Love the video, and a new subscriber. Thanks for the help brother, much love.
Does anyone know the eye relief of the Sig Bravo5? Optics Planet and other pages have it down as unlimited eye relief, but I just saw others saying it's like 2.5".
Makin a joke out astigmatism is obnoxious considering it's incredibly common. If you have a stigmatism a 1x magnified scope will focus the image close to your eye hence being able to see it clearly. Regular scope does the same thing. No magnifying like red dot or holo sight won't do that… So… Yeah. A lot stigmatism are from reading a lot. Perhaps u should read more and you would know that instead of making multiple jokes bout it.
Dumb question, which optic type works best with nighttime + flashlight mount? Prism? LVPO? Red Dot? Holographic? Iron?
I have a bad astigmatism and red dots work fine as log as it is a small dot, I do get a star view of the dot but that has never been an issue. I cannot use holographic sights though the blur is really bad and my glasses don't help.
Any parallax issues with these optics?
I have the Vortex Spitfire 1x because like you said, prisms work great for people with astigmatisms which I have. Also, you guys have the sights set way up on the end of the upper receiver like you would a typical red dot. Prisms don't work that way. You need to move them further back towards your eyes since they work more like a traditional scope. Mine is set that when I shoulder my rifle and bring it up, I can see perfectly through the sight with no black areas inside.
At 4:22 You say that you have a 2x monstrum and it seems to have just a circle and dot retical but when I look up the 2x version I get a cut up circle and a plus sign in the middle type retical. So did they change up the retical from the time this was made, and if so can I just buy your Cause even then I can't seem to find anyone selling one now beside the 3x version.
I love you guys. Your videos are entertaining if nothing else. Let me know if you ever need someone with an astigmatism (who can also spell it) to help with your reviews. Remember, hire the handicapped…we're fun to watch
I'm so undecided
Of the very few Amazon reviews for the Sig, several are reporting the reticle being crooked.
This spooky science has been around for a long time.
2x just isn't worth it. Minimum 3x if I'm using a prism.
The main reasoning I see with having a 1x prism vs red dot or reflex optics is that, with red dots and reflexes, you need to replace batteries. With prism scopes, you get the benefit of always having a reticle and not needing any backup sights.
I see the 1x prism as making the most sense on an ar pistol
Any review for the monstrum 3x prism scope marksman?
The reason for a 1x prism is because people with astigmatism cannot use a red dot efficiently so yea it’s awesome that some companies look outside the box
BUT BUT BUT how could you not include the Burris AR332 3X Prism Scope? It seems PERFECT. I don't have one yet, but I will……………………elsullo