Aimpoint M2 vs. Aimpoint M3

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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Aimpoint M2 vs. Aimpoint M3

Posted: 2/3/2006 11:58:30 AM EDT

What is the difference between an Aimpoint M2 V.S. the Aimpoint M3. Is it just dot size what makes it better that the outher???

Posted: 2/3/2006 1:05:52 PM EDT

[#1]

As this topic has been covered numerous times, please check Aimpoint's web site for all the specs on both models. All the differences between the 2 a readily apparent when their specs are compared.

Posted: 2/5/2006 10:21:37 PM EDT

[#2]

If its better why do I keep seeing M2's in pic's from the sandbox but not a single picture of a M16 with a M3 on it. Is the M3 not worth the extra $100?

Posted: 2/6/2006 12:29:52 AM EDT

[#3]

maybe because they got m2's, they work and you are not paying for them to upgrade?

Posted: 2/6/2006 3:01:47 AM EDT

[#4]

I love my ML3. I like the 2 MOA dot over the 4 MOA.

Posted: 2/6/2006 3:17:48 AM EDT

[#5]

I have read much of it firefighter, but based on my limited knowledge of Aimpoints in general, I have found the highlight differences to be:

Battery-life (now to 50,000 hours - thats 2,083.33 days , or 5 years 8 and half months )

armor coating (may be optional)

2 versions- (1 with a 2moa dot, the other with a 4moa dot)

Posted: 2/6/2006 3:48:05 AM EDT

[#6]

i would assume the 4moa dot to be faster at closer range...?

Posted: 2/6/2006 4:18:48 AM EDT

[#7]

Quoted:
i would assume the 4moa dot to be faster at closer range...?

Not necessarily. The user can just turn up the brightness a bit on an M3/ML3 to get a fatter, less defined dot. The 2 MOA dot becomes an asset when shooting at longer range and/or when using the Aimpoint magnifier.

Posted: 2/6/2006 4:20:12 AM EDT

[#8]

Quoted:
If its better why do I keep seeing M2's in pic's from the sandbox but not a single picture of a M16 with a M3 on it. Is the M3 not worth the extra $100?

Admittedly, it will be difficult to spot an M3 unless the picture in question is very hi-res and it's a close up. They don't look any different except for the subdued, dark grey text on the side.

Posted: 2/6/2006 4:22:48 AM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:
I love my ML3. I like the 2 MOA dot over the 4 MOA.

If you're going to give your opinion, it would be exponentially more useful is you clearly state why you have said opinion.

Posted: 2/6/2006 4:23:08 AM EDT

[#10]

Are all the toys in your Sandbox brand new? They use what they have been issued + alot of personal purchase gear.

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Aimpoint M2 vs. Aimpoint M3

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