I have never had a problem with a Aim Point, on my ARs, but i now use a 2 x 7 Lupy fire dot. helps these old eyes see a little better. had a big visit with the 2 top active duty Seal hand gun trainers, we talked about optics on a hand gun, they both said if your a paper puncher, they are great, but they didn't want them on their carry gun, one carried a Glock the other carried a Sig. then they both told me i was "OLD SCHOOL" with my 1911, but they both had a great time shooting my .45s with McKay Sagebrush ammo. I use what works for me, and what ever you chose for your use is up to you. Rio7