Had a good look at the G5 XR-2 sight - 11/01/14
I'm a single pin sight kinda guy. Been using a single adjustable elevation sight for a long time, maybe 20 years. Even before they were common I was removing all the pins but one and setting it for 20 yards just using holdover to 30.
When the first single pin adjustable's came on the market I was thrilled with the manufactures finally recognizing this need. Over the years I have used a few different kinds. One of my favorites in the normally priced category was ( is) the Montana Black gold. This one really does it all good. I especially like the design of the sight pin Light. You cannot even see it and nobody would be able to find it if you did not point it out! It is entirely inside the frame without any chance of getting bumped or broken off.
The best I have used has been the Trijicon, No sight light needed as this is a Nuke light pin. It's bright 24-7 for 20 plus years no electricity or batteries. The distance wheel is engraved in Aluminum so no tape to get wet and fall of or smear. The mechanics allow a set up at 20 yards and 40 yards and then everything else is in sync in one yard increments to 80 yards. It's flawless in function, and so meticulously machined that it's a work of art. However it's certainly not in the affordable category. If I did not have an industry inside capability to purchase this at a "Special" price I rather doubt I would have bought one.
The pin is bright enough to see in total dark, it does not get too bright in the last moments of twilight. It is also not bright enough at all to hunt with a spot light at night for predators, carp, or hogs. It still needs a sight pin light added. ( only when you use a spotlight)
Okay so my most recent experience is with the G5 XR-2
This was intriguing for me the moment I saw it. The single greatest issue with the single pin design is shooting with it set at a distance different then you thought it was set at. This has never bitten me when used on game because I am so paranoid constantly checking this. However it has done me in on my 3D target range a few times.
The G5 sight has a fixed pin for 20 yards, it's a rigid fixed pin sight. Plus it has another pin that has a dial on it for any range you need beyond 20. With this my tree stand hunting is all set, 20 yards fixed works for my shooting 75% of the time. The other 25% I can dial in the exact yardage I measure. The dial is smooth as silk, the mechanics seem really well done. There is an optional light for the pins, although it's a stick out kinda light. It has a definite feel or on/ off click. It also has 9 clicks of brightness for the exact amount of light needed.
The back of the sight is not as well done as I would like. It seems like the mechanics and the fiber optics are just hanging out there. I know this will get packed with mud, pine needles and crap if it's on my bow. Certainly not a deal breaker just an observation. Even the trijicons perfect design has exposed parts and gears to adjust it.
Using an adjustable pin sight with a fixed pin has another great feature, When you draw and sight in you can see the pin gap instantly and know that it's probably wrong for the distance, ( or right) without that fixed pin there is no reference point. The metal work and the strength of the frame mounting and hood are good. Pretty typical of all other high end quality sights today. The light is as good as it gets, ( except for being external) and the feel of the adjustments are perfect. It has dial elevation and windage adjustments no tools needed to adjust, just a Hex key to lock them in place. This is a huge advantage over the black gold and even the trijicon!
I'm thinking this is a winner. Probably on my short list of new items. Just need a bow to bolt up to it now. I did find an all "ninja black" Elite energy 32 for a killer deal. The guy bought it, shot it for one day, and just decided he wanted the Energy 35 instead. It's effectively brand new. Just gotta get the draw length module changed. If the deal holds I'll let you know!
I think this G5 sight is going on whatever I decide to buy next.
When the first single pin adjustable's came on the market I was thrilled with the manufactures finally recognizing this need. Over the years I have used a few different kinds. One of my favorites in the normally priced category was ( is) the Montana Black gold. This one really does it all good. I especially like the design of the sight pin Light. You cannot even see it and nobody would be able to find it if you did not point it out! It is entirely inside the frame without any chance of getting bumped or broken off.
The best I have used has been the Trijicon, No sight light needed as this is a Nuke light pin. It's bright 24-7 for 20 plus years no electricity or batteries. The distance wheel is engraved in Aluminum so no tape to get wet and fall of or smear. The mechanics allow a set up at 20 yards and 40 yards and then everything else is in sync in one yard increments to 80 yards. It's flawless in function, and so meticulously machined that it's a work of art. However it's certainly not in the affordable category. If I did not have an industry inside capability to purchase this at a "Special" price I rather doubt I would have bought one.
The pin is bright enough to see in total dark, it does not get too bright in the last moments of twilight. It is also not bright enough at all to hunt with a spot light at night for predators, carp, or hogs. It still needs a sight pin light added. ( only when you use a spotlight)
Okay so my most recent experience is with the G5 XR-2
This was intriguing for me the moment I saw it. The single greatest issue with the single pin design is shooting with it set at a distance different then you thought it was set at. This has never bitten me when used on game because I am so paranoid constantly checking this. However it has done me in on my 3D target range a few times.
The G5 sight has a fixed pin for 20 yards, it's a rigid fixed pin sight. Plus it has another pin that has a dial on it for any range you need beyond 20. With this my tree stand hunting is all set, 20 yards fixed works for my shooting 75% of the time. The other 25% I can dial in the exact yardage I measure. The dial is smooth as silk, the mechanics seem really well done. There is an optional light for the pins, although it's a stick out kinda light. It has a definite feel or on/ off click. It also has 9 clicks of brightness for the exact amount of light needed.
The back of the sight is not as well done as I would like. It seems like the mechanics and the fiber optics are just hanging out there. I know this will get packed with mud, pine needles and crap if it's on my bow. Certainly not a deal breaker just an observation. Even the trijicons perfect design has exposed parts and gears to adjust it.
Using an adjustable pin sight with a fixed pin has another great feature, When you draw and sight in you can see the pin gap instantly and know that it's probably wrong for the distance, ( or right) without that fixed pin there is no reference point. The metal work and the strength of the frame mounting and hood are good. Pretty typical of all other high end quality sights today. The light is as good as it gets, ( except for being external) and the feel of the adjustments are perfect. It has dial elevation and windage adjustments no tools needed to adjust, just a Hex key to lock them in place. This is a huge advantage over the black gold and even the trijicon!
I'm thinking this is a winner. Probably on my short list of new items. Just need a bow to bolt up to it now. I did find an all "ninja black" Elite energy 32 for a killer deal. The guy bought it, shot it for one day, and just decided he wanted the Energy 35 instead. It's effectively brand new. Just gotta get the draw length module changed. If the deal holds I'll let you know!
I think this G5 sight is going on whatever I decide to buy next.