Riton X1 Tactix RRD Red Dot Review: Budget Retro Build

The Riton X1 Tactix RRD is a budget-friendly red dot sight. It can also look the part on a retro carbine build with carry handles. The only purpose of this rifle was to be used as a range toy. It was more important that the gun looked good than having to be ready for the end of the world. CAR-15 was a project I wanted to build as a way to appreciate military history. I didn’t intend to clone an AR-15 model. I just started buying the cheapest parts I could to make something that was recognizable as a military carbine. Although the gun I ended with is very similar to the Colt 723, there are many differences in terms of details. The rifle’s mid-length gas system, 16-inch barrel, and mid-length gas system are the most obvious differences. However, I was happy with its configuration for a while. Like many gun guys, I was bitten by a bug after watching certain movies. Black Hawk Down and Blood Diamond were two classic films that featured the same weaponry company. While the AR-15s featured in them may not be historically accurate, they are still very popular. It is a great red dot and was widely distributed to U.S. troops for many years. However, it was only launched in 2000, several years after Black Hawk Down. The problem with the historically accurate Aimpoint 5000 and 5000 optics, which were actually used during Operation Gothic Serpent, is that they are scarce and expensive and don’t have modern lookalikes. The CompM2 also has the first and second points, but today’s review focuses on the third. The Riton X1 Tactix RRD, a modern, affordable red-dot sight, has a body that is similar to a CompM2 and can be used as a retro carry handle optic for a Blood Diamond carbine build. The X1 Tactix RRD is also available for those who prefer to keep their AR builds more modern. It is made from 6061-T6 aluminum. There was no indication that it was a cheaper red dot option. It was pre-installed in a cantilever mount, but I removed it immediately for my purposes. It was easy to see the similarities between the Aimpoint CompM2 and the X1 Tactix RRD. Both optics have 30mm tubes, flip-up lens covers, and an elevation knob at the top. The biggest visual difference between the optics’ batteries is their shape. The X1 Tactix RRD uses one CR2032 battery, while the Aimpoint uses a 1/3N battery. The first benefit of using an older optic over an original is the difference in power sources. The X1 Tactix has a claimed 40,000 battery life while the Aimpoint has 10,000. The Riton can also produce a 2 MOA dot, while the CompM2 dot is only advertised at 4 MOA. The Aimpoint is 2.4 ounces lighter than the X1 Tactix RRD (9.5oz vs. 7.1oz). Both optics can be used with night vision, but the CompM2 has more compatibility. The X1 Tactix RRD has six brightness settings, but the Aimpoint has six. The CompM2 has four. Although I have not tried the one that came with mine, it seems to be a good mounting solution. This mount doubles as a riser and is one of the main reasons retro ARs are making a comeback. They offer a classic aesthetic and can be used to mount optics. Modern shooters also use riser mounts for this purpose. The approximate height difference between the carry handle mount and the Riton mount. The optic on the carry handle is higher than the mount, but risers are available that can raise it to almost the same height. I was mounting my X1 Tactix RRD to my C7 upper and the Riton mount was useless to me. Instead, I used a single Vortex 30mm low ring and a generic optics mount to attach it to my rifle. The installation was easy and I was pleased with the result. Although the AR build was only for aesthetics, I wanted the rifle to be usable. Although the X1 Tactix RRD looked great from the moment it was installed, I had to take it to the range to verify its functionality. This is not a criticism of the X1 Tactix Red Dot RRD in particular, but it was a great configuration to shoot. It was easy to acquire targets quickly using a head-up, both eye-open shooting position. It could also make shots at longer ranges. Optics with this setup have a larger height-overbore than ARs with optics mounted directly to railed upper receivers. It takes some time to get used to the offset, but once you do, it is very easy to compensate. The optic was just as easy to use for the price as some of my more expensive red dot sights. The dot was sharp, the glass clarity was excellent, and there were no issues during testing. The optic does not have auto-sleep or shake-awake features. It was also strong when I took it out to the range, despite having forgotten to turn it off several times. This is not surprising for an optic that claims a 40,000-hour battery, but it’s a positive sign nonetheless. The 2 MOA dot was sharp and capable of quick, close-quarters engagements as much as it can at longer ranges. I only tested it to 100 yards. The dot was sharp, but the brightest setting was necessary to use it in the lighting conditions that I tested. The brightest setting is required for midday daylight. However, what worries me about the X1 Tactix RRD? It was tested in a space that was not the most bright. It was sunny, but I live in the Midwest so I was shooting in the woods. Although the X1 Tactix RRD was bright enough to work in this light, I’d be curious to see if it could do the same in the Arizona desert. The Riton may not be able to perform in the most bright environments the Earth has to offer. The Riton may not be as durable as it seems in brighter environments. However, someone who lives there will have to decide for themselves. It was able to withstand the slight recoil of 5.56 and was able to lug around in a soft bag. Although neither test is particularly demanding, it does pass both. The X1 Tactix RRD is advertised by Riton as being waterproof and shock-resistant. However, without the optic being widely distributed among military users, it will not have the same reputation as more battle-proven brands such Aimpoint. The X1 Tactix RRD is a product that depends on the friend’s goals. There are many good models in the red dot market. AR-owners looking for one will need a flat, railed receiver and not be interested in retro military aesthetics. The X1 Tactix RRD, while a fine budget red dot sight, is not a standout. The X1 Tactix RRD’s 30mm diameter tube is what makes it stand out. This is why I recommend it to anyone who needs a red dot optic mounted on a carry handle. Although it is not exactly the same as an Aimpoint CompM2, it does look close enough to be used on retro carbine builds. It also serves as a fully functional optic for only $100. Bright, white-colored branding on each side of the Riton is the only thing I don’t like about it. Although it’s not distracting, it will likely cause me to give my entire rifle setup a rattle-can job to hide it. The MSRP for the Riton X1 TactixRRD is $229.99. This seems to be a good price for the quality of the optic, but they are currently available online for less than $100. The optics you get for that price seem very reasonable, especially considering the cantilever mount. The X1 Tactix RRD may not have much to offer AR users, but it does have a lot to offer those who do. Download your Storm Tactical printable target pack62 Printable MOA targets with DOT drills – Rifle range in YARDS. This impressive target pack is from Storm Tactical and contains 62 printable targets for rifle and handgun range usage. Target grids and bullseye sizes can be downloaded in MOA. Get Free Targets