New Product Highlight: Osight R
The new Osight R delivers a lot of features we don’t typically see on optics in this price range. Let’s take a look!
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There’s no shortage of sub-$300 red dots, but the new Osight R looks like it might punch well above its weight.
Judging by the spec sheet, it checks a lot of boxes and boasts some really nice duty-oriented features.
Will it earn a place on your AR-15 carbine or pistol?
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Osight R Specs & Features
Specs
- Magnification: 1x
- Objective Lens: 1.1” x 0.87”
- Reticle: Red multi-reticle (2-MOA dot, 65-MOA ring)
- Illumination: 9 daylight, 3 night vision
- Battery: CR 2032
- Weight: 7 oz
- Country of Origin: China
- MSRP: $279.99
Features
- Flip-down lens covers and anti-reflective device
- Dedicated button for night vision settings
- Lower-1/3 co-witness riser standard, with other heights available
At the heart of the Osight R is a red multi-reticle that combines a 2-MOA dot for precise shot placement and a 65-MOA ring for fast, up-close engagements. There are nine daylight brightness settings and three night vision-compatible brightness settings, with a dedicated button to switch between the two – just like an Eotech!
Power comes from one CR2032 battery in a side tray compartment. The buttons look large enough, but they are all on the left side, so the placement isn’t ideal for left-handed shooters.
The big, square viewing window should give you an unobstructed view. Osight built in clear flip-down lens covers, and the front includes an anti-reflective device for duty use.
The Osight R has a Micro T1/T2 footprint and a Picatinny adapter. It comes standard with a 1.535-inch riser for lower-1/3 co-witness, and you can buy a 1.21-inch or 1.93-inch riser to place it higher or lower.
All-aluminum construction, an IPX8 waterproof rating, and a claimed 83,000-hour battery run time (assisted by auto-shutoff and shake-awake) bode well for the Osight R’s reliability.
OSight lists an MSRP of $279.99 for the Osight R. If you’re setting up a budget-friendly AR, AK, or PCC build, this might be a good optic to consider.
What do you think of the new Osight R? Let us know below. For lots of other affordable optics, check out our guide to the Best Red Dots Under $200!