Glass and sights are where a lot of a build’s budget goes, and for good reason. This is our directory of the companies that make red dots, LPVOs, rifle scopes, magnifiers, iron sights and the mounts that hold them – from battle-proven combat optics to value glass that punches above its price.
Each brand has a full profile covering its lineup, where it is made and how it stacks up against the competition.
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Red dot, LPVO or magnified scope – which do I need?
A red dot is fast and simple for close work; an LPVO (1-6x, 1-8x, 1-10x) does close and medium range from one optic; a magnified scope is for precision and distance. Match the optic to how far you actually shoot.
Are budget optics any good now?
Yes – value brands like Holosun and Primary Arms have changed the game, offering durable, clear optics for a fraction of premium prices. Premium names like Trijicon and Leupold still lead on glass, durability and warranty.
Do I need a special mount?
Often yes. A quality optic deserves a quality mount at the right height for your rifle and cheek weld. Many of the brands here also make mounts and rings; check the brand page.
What does battery-free or tritium mean?
Some sights (notably Trijicon) use tritium and fiber optics to glow without batteries, so they are always on. Others are battery-powered red dots with long run times. Both are reliable; it comes down to preference.
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