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Abosi AI Smart Glasses with Camera
A practical hands-free option for capturing range-training notes and content without a complicated setup.
The Abosi glasses did exactly what we wanted them to do: put a hands-free camera on the range without adding another piece of equipment to manage. Setup was simple, the companion app was easy to use, image and video quality were strong, and battery life handled our training and follow-up content without drama. Initial verdict: thumbs up. 👍 We'll keep running them and update the long-term score after they've earned some mileage.
BT Initial Score
9.3 / 10
Purchased, tested, and finalized
VisioFire 45 Degree Offset Iron Sights
Straightforward 45-degree offset iron sights that provide a clear backup sight picture and practical precision capability.
These sights did exactly what we wanted: provide a clear, straightforward backup sighting system across our AR platforms. They were easy to adjust and sight in, delivered a clear visual sight picture, and made transitions simple. With a flip of the rear optic, they can also be dialed in for precision shooting. Field performance earns a 10, and long-term value has proven excellent. BT Verdict: thumbs up.
BT Score
10.0 / 10
Purchased and under long-term test
Holosun ARO Core RD-2 & HM3X Flip-Up Optic Combo
A rugged, straightforward red-dot and magnifier setup with quick installation, easy zeroing, and practical features for the range.
This Holosun RD-2 and HM3X combination has been a strong initial performer. It installed easily, zeroed like a dream, and delivers the practical features we want from a red-dot and magnifier setup without overcomplicating the job. At about $250 from Palmetto State Armory, it was a smoking deal. The rugged build, shake-awake capability, and clear 2 MOA dot earn 10s across the completed categories. Long-term value is still being tested before the final value-over-time score is assigned.
BT Initial Score
10.0 / 10
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