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1/27/2026 6:40:19 PM EDT
Last month I shot my first USPSA match and had a blast. Happy I didn’t get DQ’d. The thing is I used my buddy’s top notch gear and gun. I’d like to start this journey with the gun that I have.

I’m working with a stock S&W M&P 2.0 compact (4” barrel). I am not actively carrying and want to focus on competition for now. I want to be budget conscious (thinking around $200) and looking for a large window for target acquisition. Came across this Vector optics frenzy red dot (scrd 76) which currently on sale is $179. Cyelee has the Bull Pro which has a 34 mm window for $70 more.

Thoughts? Thanks in advance!!
1/27/2026 6:54:22 PM EDT
[#1]
PSA has a 3 moa Holosun regularly on sale for $160.  A tried and true dot of the cheap dots.
1/27/2026 6:55:56 PM EDT
[#2]
PSA has a 3 moa Holosun regularly on sale for $160.  A tried and true dot of the cheap dots.

The new Vortex dots can be had under $200 and I own 2.  I just don’t have enough rounds thru them to speak to longevity.
1/27/2026 7:16:33 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Phillbilly][Edited] [#3]
Midway has burris fastfire c for $150 .
1/27/2026 9:55:00 PM EDT
[#4]
Stay with Holosun or Vortex.
1/28/2026 2:26:08 AM EDT
[#5]
Vortex Defender ST or XL. Solid optic, solid warranty and they really support the sport.
1/28/2026 5:17:33 AM EDT
[#6]
Holosun or Vortex
Surprise, Speed and Violence of Action

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