OK Computer
bruels described the wandering dot perfectly.
I still have an OEG on my shotgun. It works well there for low-light CQB applications.
I tried it originally on an AR. It just didn't work. You can't really ever get it zeroed because of the wandering dot.
With a lot of trial and error, I could get it to hit within a hands width at 50 yards or so. Not precise enough for an AR, but OK for a shotgun and 00.
Some things to consider:
-It only works for people who have two good eyes. My brother has a occlusion/scar on his right cornea, and he cannot use the sight.
-It only works for SNAP shooting. By slowing down and trying to be more precise you actually degrade accuracy.
-It's used in manner that is contrary to iron sights. You MUST be looking at the target and NOT the sights.
+If you "point shoot", by looking over the top of the gun, it is extremely fast.
Frankly, I would not buy one now, though it made sense at the time (mid 80's).
With a little practice, you can use a regular see through dot sight in the same manner/speed as the OEG. And you still have the precision (relatively speaking) option of a see through.
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Regards, Sharps.
[This message has been edited by sharpsrifle (edited March 31, 2000).]