AT3 Tactical ARO Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Compact Reflex Sight for Doctor/Venom/Fastfire Footprint

I bought the AT3 ARO red dot sight because I wanted to try a red dot sight on a handgun. I've never used a red dot sight on a pistol before and wasn't sure if I would like the bulk or the additional weight so I didn't want to spend a lot of money on an item I might not ever use. Maybe I'm old fashion but I first learned to fire with iron sights and usually try to keep self defense items as low tech as possible, batteries fail iron doesn't. That being said I chose the ARO because of the features like the battery being on top and the footprint as well as the low price point. When I got the item I was immediately impressed by the look and the sturdy feel of it. When I put it on the firearm I was disappointed to find that the dot was stuck in the upper left corner of the window and no amount of adjustment would move it to center. I uninstalled it, put it in the box and prepared for a fight to try and get my money back. The next morning I checked my email and found a follow up email from AT3's customer service department asking if I was satisfied with the device. I responded with the problem I was having and went about my day. About 10 minutes later I got a reply from AT3 saying they were sending me a replacement unit. Returning the one I had wasn't even mentioned in the response and wasn't even an issue until I asked how I could return it. How great is it that a company is more concerned with ensuring that their customer is happy rather than requiring a defective item is returned before they consider making the issue right. Sure enough, about a half hour after I sent my initial email I got an email from AT3 with a tracking number showing a replacement was sent. Two days later I had the replacement, mounted it on my gun and it worked perfectly. At 25 yards the dot was almost spot on. After two full mags the sight is still zero'd in. I got this thinking it would be a low budget testing device until I could afford a more expensive Trijicon or Burris, Docter, etc... However, after using it and the experience I've had with AT3 Tactical I think I will make this my primary sight. I would strongly recommend this company and device to anyone looking to get a high quality red dot sight and not need to take out a second mortgage to buy one. In the future when I need any optics or accessories AT3 will be my first search.

Updated Review: 5 Stars AT3 Tactical customer support contacted me and offered me a full refund for the issues I was experiencing. I requested a replacement sight instead and they sent it out immediately. I finally got to test the new sight and the red dot does not turn off anymore when the weapon is fired. The replacement works perfectly and I am fully satisfied. I will definitely purchase from this seller in the future because they care about the customers. Original review: 3 Stars The AT3 Tactical ARO Micro Red Dot Sight has significantly enhanced my shooting experience with its precision and versatility. The direct mount, low mount, and optional riser mount options provide adaptability to different scenarios, making it a go-to choice for various shooting styles. The red dot's zero retention is impressive, maintaining accuracy throughout sessions. While there's a minor inconvenience of the red dot occasionally turning off during shooting, it's a quick fix and doesn't hinder the overall performance. For those who prioritize accuracy and flexibility in their shooting equipment, the AT3 Tactical ARO Micro Red Dot Sight is a solid investment that truly delivers.

Mounted on 3rd party dovetail plate on a R***r MkII bull barrel target pistol. Tried to post a photo but that resulted in my review being rejected. Or maybe it was the mention of the gun manufacturer, or the dovetail base maker. Whatever, Amazon. My first rejected review. No issues with fit, bright sharp dot. Lets my aging eyes and my trusty old .22 target pistol get along again. Liked the rubber cover, didn't like the hex head elevation and adjustment screws. Tools are included in an accessory baggie but I didn't notice that a special tool (other than a screwdriver) was needed to zero the sight until I was at the range. Wound up cramming my flat blade sight adjusting screwdriver in the hex head and putting some side load on the loose fit, and carefully turning them. Very little adjustment was needed. Good sight for the money. we'll see if it holds a zero

Mounted this to the pic rail on my Victory. I worked great! Held zero after 200 rounds. This is my first micro red dot and my first time using non-iron sights on a pistol. It seems very well built and you can access the battery without having to remove it from the rail. First time at the range I was impressed with the results. I do have to say that the dot isn't quite as perfect as my higher end vortex sparc that I had on my rifle before going to a scope. The dot is more of a star than a round dot, but it may also be that i don't have perfect vision and I wear glasses. Plus this AT3 is a fraction of the size and weight and significantly less expensive. All that being said, it worked great and does what it is supposed to do. I highly recommend it! Just did more research and an astigmatism will cause the dot to appear as a star. I took a picture with my phone and it is a perfect dot!

This sight is great quality, and it is guaranteed for life. Very well thought out. One button to turn on, turn off, and to toggle between the six intensity settings. At medium intensity, the battery lasts 5,000 hours, which is like 208.3 days with the sight being on for 24 hours a day. If you forget to turn it off, it will turn off automatically after six hours. I have this on a C02 air pistol with a weaver mount and it works without any adapters. Stay away from the bargain basement red dots that are in the twenty dollar range. In the long run, you’ll trash them and move up to some real quality, like this sight.

I purchased this sight at an entry level. I had the sight installed by a gun smith. Upon taking it to the range with my new firearm and firing less than 150 rounds, the sight flew off my weapon. Parts everywhere. The screws were defective. In addition the sight would not cowitness. The gunsmith could not get this to happen. Very IMPORTANT the brightness level on this sight is not that good even on its highest level. So for me I retuned this sight back to Amazon. Like i mentioned earlier i am just starting with optics sight for the first time. If you have astigmatism i would suggest a green dot. I was not going to spend $300+ for a starting sight. You may however have a different experience with your sight. I do support small businesses, so in all honesty this may of just been a defective sight/hardware issue. As for me I will try another sight.

The red dot would not zero in dot was moving around. Called support they said would send another with a shipping label to send damaged one back. Got the new one no shipping label in box. E-mailed support that I needed a shipping label they sent one over the internet took it to post office they would not except this package because label was not correct was identified as ground should be identified as hazardous material. Called support again was told to take battery out and tell post office. Post office would not take package called support was told to throw it in the trash and forget it.

This red dot is outstanding value-for-money. It has a rock-solid build and the one I bought more than a year ago has performed flawlessly at half the price of over-hyped competitor red dots (Holo....) AT3 red dots are highly recommended, IMHO.