Shotgun red-dot

[Joker]

I am looking for suggestions on a red-dot optic for a home defense 12-gauge pump or semi auto. Anyone have a setup they would recommend? Not looking to cheap out, nor break the bank.

 

[1time]

Mine are set up for turkey but I have a Beretta A400 with a Burris fast fire and set up a Stoeger M3000 with a Holosun. Both setups work fine.

 

[SkiPatrolDude]

Hands down the Holosun 510c. Its got the “donut only” reticle option which would be awesome for a shotgun, plus the reticle is spectacularly clear.

 

[FN509Fan]

Hands down the Holosun 510c. Its got the “donut only” reticle option which would be awesome for a shotgun, plus the reticle is spectacularly clear.

+1 on the Holosun doughnut. I managed to get my Holosun on sale, under $300.

 

[joppaj]

+1 on the Holosun doughnut. I managed to get my Holosun on sale, under $300.

Useful for a home defense gun at social distances?

 

[Ski169]

I’m sure there are better options out there depending on your preference. I went with an RMR on a Scalarworks mount on the Benelli. It’s as low as you can get to have it cowitness while keeping a proper cheekweld with the stock in the middle position. I like it enough that I will end up getting one for one of the 590s as well.

 

[FN509Fan]

Useful for a home defense gun at social distances?

I have not had to deploy it for home defense but it makes range time more fun in preparation of having to do so.

 

[joppaj]

I’m sure there are better options out there depending on your preference. I went with an RMR on a Scalarworks mount on the Benelli. It’s as low as you can get to have it cowitness while keeping a proper cheekweld with the stock in the middle position. I like it enough that I will end up getting one for one of the 590s as well.
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That looks like a really nice setup and that's the exact same gun I'd be mounting the site on. May I ask for exactly which RMR and mout you used?

 

[Ski169]

That looks like a really nice setup and that's the exact same gun I'd be mounting the site on. May I ask for exactly which RMR and mout you used?

It’s an RMR 06 Type 2 with the 3.25 MOA dot on the SYNC mount. I considered an SRO for the bigger window but was more concerned about it standing up to abuse as well as the RMR. Scalarworks sells them in packages too. I believe the Aimpoint was offered as well if that might interest you.

Scalarworks SYNC/RMR - Trijicon RMR mount for Benelli Shotguns

The Scalarworks Sync Mount places your Trijicon RMR in the ideal position to co-witness with your Benelli Shotgun's iron sights.

scalarworks.com

 

[chilipeppermaniac]

Dumb Newb question, how far do these lasers reach out so you can see it on a distant target?

I know we are talking for shotguns, but let's say a rifle or even longer shooting pistol use.

 

[Crosseye Dominant]

Dumb Newb question, how far do these lasers reach out so you can see it on a distant target?

I know we are talking for shotguns, but let's say a rifle or even longer shooting pistol use.

This type is projected on the window you look through, not the target.

 

[chilipeppermaniac]

This type is projected on the window you look through, not the target.

Ok that I understand, but if anyone can answer about the other type, please.

 

[joppaj]

It’s an RMR 06 Type 2 with the 3.25 MOA dot on the SYNC mount. I considered an SRO for the bigger window but was more concerned about it standing up to abuse as well as the RMR. Scalarworks sells them in packages too. I believe the Aimpoint was offered as well if that might interest you.

Scalarworks SYNC/RMR - Trijicon RMR mount for Benelli Shotguns

The Scalarworks Sync Mount places your Trijicon RMR in the ideal position to co-witness with your Benelli Shotgun's iron sights.

scalarworks.com

Thank you Sir, great looking setup.

 

[Blaster229]

Ok that I understand, but if anyone can answer about the other type, please.

How good is your eyesight? if you can see it at 100 yards, a laser will go 100 yards. You're not using a shotgun out that far. A laser is fine for 15 yards. It's just for quick acquisition.

 

[Ski169]

Thank you Sir, great looking setup.

Thank you for the compliment Sir! It still needs some shotgun cards before it’s done.

 

[tomcatfan]

Another vote for the holosun. Mine has worked really well on my Beretta A300.

 

[chilipeppermaniac]

Thanks blaster. Yeah, I realize that this question topic is for the shotgun version of red dot optics. My only experience with lasers are those I use in my carpentry. I have a red laser measuring device and a green laser plumb and level unit that I use for setting tiles or making walls plumb and leveling items on walls.

 

[Biggfoot44]

Dumb Newb question, how far do these lasers reach out so you can see it on a distant target?

An interesting and relevant question in general . But none of the devices so far discussed in thread are lasers .

 

[Biggfoot44]

Ok that I understand, but if anyone can answer about the other type, please.

It depends greatly upon the ambient lighting conditions, and your eyesight, usually in that order .

 

[Biggfoot44]

My only experience with lasers are those I use in my carpentry. I have a red laser measuring device and a green laser plumb and level unit that I use for setting tiles or making walls plumb and leveling items on walls.

Joking or snark .

We should be asking you about your laser experience and observations.