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08-20-2020 11:08 PM

ColoradoMinuteMan

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Originally Posted by billwilla

Well, IDK about the 5 but I've got a Sig Romeo MSR & it survived a door getting slammed on it & still works fine, only busted the flip up cap. The 5 is slightly more expensive & would imagine it's build at least as tough. But I'm probably confusing reality with call of duty.

The 5 is built well. The only drawback I’ve seen so far is some flaring that occurred when the sun was low and to my back.

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08-20-2020 10:32 PM

billwilla

08-20-2020 09:43 PM

Cuteandfuzzybunnies

The Romeo 4 is approved for use by FBI agents.

https://thearmsguide.com/10604/fbi-s...romeo-good-go/

08-20-2020 09:42 PM

Cuteandfuzzybunnies

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Originally Posted by ColoradoMinuteMan

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Originally Posted by dbracin

I have had a Romeo 5 and never had an issue with it. I read lots of people saying it’s not duty worthy, but I’ve never seen data supporting that statment. Perhaps someone with experience in combat with one can elaborate on it’s failures.

What most of them mean is it's not "Call of Duty" worthy.

The majority of people are espousing beliefs they really have no data to back up. I'm by no means saying there aren't experienced individuals who make comments based on knowledge and data, but for every one of them there are 100 others who are just repeating what they "heard" on Reddit.

Are sig romeo optics used or approved for use by any LEO agencies ? I think they may be.

08-20-2020 09:04 PM

ColoradoMinuteMan

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Originally Posted by dbracin

08-18-2020 08:18 AM

Cuteandfuzzybunnies

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Originally Posted by RedTail

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Originally Posted by jppaul16441

Anyone using one of these? Just wondering what you think of them?
Would they make a good budget SHTF red dot?

For a range toy it doesn't matter. For something you may bet your life on..... I'd consider Aimpoint Pro an excellent budget SHTF red dot. It's a little heavy, but will likely outlive your rifle barrel. They are truly tough. You can find em on ebay for under $300.

This one still works after a fire that destroyed the rifle it's on. I'd still put back up irons on every rifle JIC.

Ok two issues.

Issue one is that I’ve seen some torture videos on primary arms that show some abuse and they survive.

Issue two is that it’s not really a choice between a 400 dollar red dot and a 130 dollar red dot. It’s a choice between 2 or 3 primary arms red dots for the price of one aim point.

The primary arms red dot isn’t likely to break when not in use. And an aim point is no less likely to be lost or stolen.

Is the aim point more reliable ? Sure. But is it 2 or 3 times more reliable ? I don’t know that.

So I put it to you 1 aim point or 3 primary arms for SHTF ?

08-18-2020 06:02 AM

dbracin

08-16-2020 07:41 PM

Bravo32

I have a Romeo 5 on one 16" AR and it works well. With that said, I also have co-witnessed A2/Magpul rear iron sight combo on it as well. I would not just rely on the Romeo 5 in a SHTF situation.

08-16-2020 05:42 PM

leadcounsel

This thread is 2 years old but still relevant.

In late 2019 during holiday sales, I scooped up six Romeo 5 optics for my major fighting rifles in 556, 762x39, and .308. I am very pleased with them and would recommend them.

The shake-awake technology preserves batteries, which are really cheap anyway. But a pack of batteries and set it aside and you'll be set for a decade.

08-16-2020 09:31 AM

Chili

I use the Romeo 5 on my patrol rifle and it has served me well for that last few years.

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08-16-2020 08:46 AM

Rural Buckeye Guy

I have them on mine. I just bought a bunch of batteries togethor and keep them seperated in rubber sleeves that I also bought online. They are good to go up to 200 yards, though the dot gets intrusive after 150. The bra id s pain but I have other priorities.

08-16-2020 08:39 AM

ColoradoMinuteMan

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Originally Posted by ajole

Every flip up lens cover I have ever had has been broken.

I take the bra off, and put it in my pocket. When I am done, I take it out of my pocket and put it on the unit. Easy peasy.

I'm not a super fan of the bra on these. I wish they were symmetrical. I like either a traditional "bungee" caps or flip ups.

08-16-2020 08:36 AM

ColoradoMinuteMan

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Originally Posted by daddyusmaximus

Everybody seems to be more familiar with the AA, but the 2032 can be found an every Walmart, and most other stores too... gas stations, IGAs, Krogers, Dollar Generals... just about everywhere.

Yes, and they are so much more stabile than alkaline batteries. Shelf life is great and they don't leak and destroy your electronics like an alkaline.

08-16-2020 12:39 AM

daddyusmaximus

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Originally Posted by powderandprimers

I have a couple of the XDR model Romeo 5's. I like the idea of the AAA battery being easier to source.

Everybody seems to be more familiar with the AA, but the 2032 can be found an every Walmart, and most other stores too... gas stations, IGAs, Krogers, Dollar Generals... just about everywhere.

02-12-2020 02:50 PM

ajole

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Originally Posted by woodyp

Only thing those rascals need is some form of attached flip up lends caps instead of the rubber "bra" which you can easily lose.

Every flip up lens cover I have ever had has been broken.

I take the bra off, and put it in my pocket. When I am done, I take it out of my pocket and put it on the unit. Easy peasy.

02-12-2020 01:11 PM

powderandprimers

I have a couple of the XDR model Romeo 5's. I like the idea of the AAA battery being easier to source.

02-11-2020 09:19 PM

Rural Buckeye Guy

I own a couple too.

02-11-2020 12:42 PM

daddyusmaximus

Make that 4 guns... Good little sight for the money.

12-14-2019 05:16 PM

daddyusmaximus

I have the Romeo 5 on 3 different rifles. (well, on is a "pistol") They have survived and worked well. Even have one on a .44 mag lever gun and it has transformed it into my favorite gun to shoot.

Here is an in-depth review I found on youtube. At just after the 13 minute mark, he even fires a shotgun at it...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fuq_N129SAI

12-14-2019 03:43 PM

woodyp

Only thing those rascals need is some form of attached flip up lends caps instead of the rubber "bra" which you can easily lose.

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