EOTech G23.FTS Gen 2 3x MAgnifier Review.

[Paulo_Santos]

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INTRO:
This is my review of the EOTech G23.FTS Gen 2 3xMagnifier.


EOTech G23.FTS GEN 2 3xMAGNIFIER: ($550)


SPECIFICATIONS:

The 3X magnifier is an affordable magnified solution that will transition a fielded HWS into a lethal medium range optic. Superior light transmission and a large field of view helps this magnifier put the competition to shame. This rugged, streamlined optic offers split-second transitioning from CQB to medium range targeting.

This is the 2nd Generation of L3 EOTech magnifiers. It offers a half inch more eye relief, positions the windage and elevation adjustments inside of the optic rather than in the mount, less moving parts in the mount which makes the mount even more stable, and has a quick release throw lever on the bottom of the mount which allows the quick removal of both the optic and the mount. This magnifier aligns perfectly with standard height sights and comes with a 7mm riser to accommodate the 7mm raised sights.

3x magnifier with Flip-To-Side mount and quick detach. Works with all existing HWS units.

Mount:

• Length: 1.6" (40.6mm)
• Height: 1.64" (41.65mm) Clears common low profile flip up rear iron sights
• Weight: 4.5oz (128 grams)
• Color/Finish: Non reflective black with hard coat finish
• Flip Orientation: Ambidextrous mount to allow left or right flip
• Rail Interface: Fixed Picatinny with single mounting bolt.
• Magnifier Interface: Retained by ARMS® throw
• Optical Axis Adjustment: Horizontal and vertical adjustments within mount
• Works with either 3x magnifier

Magnifier:

• Magnification Fixed: 3.25X
• Eye Relief: 1.97" (50mm)
• Length: 4.6" (117mm)
• Weight: 11.9oz (372 grams)
• Temperature: -40 to 160 F
• Waterproof: 33 ft.
• Sealing: Fogproof internal optics
• Mount: MIL-STD-1913 rail
• Field of View: 6 degrees
• Retrofits to all HWS models
• Included 7mm riser for raised bases

SAMSON FLIP MOUNT:
The EOTech 3x Magnifier comes with the Samson Flip Mount, which has the ARMS #17 throw lever mount. I've had the Samson Flip Mount in the past and it is the fastest flip mount for the magnifiers. To flip the magnifier to the side, just use the left hand to press the flip lever. To bring the magnifier back upright again, just use your right hand to push it upright.


The Mount comes with a spacer so you can use with the 7mm base EOTechs or Aimpoints that have a lower 1/3 co-witness mount. If you have a regular EOTech or an Aimpoint with a regular co-witness, just remove the spacer.


The Samson Flip Mount uses the ARMS QD Throw Lever, which works fine for a Magnifier. I'm hoping in the future that Samson uses the new ARMS Throw Levers that are coming out.


EOTech 3xMAGNIFIER:
The EOTech 3xMagnifier has 1.97" of eye relief, which is very good. The Magnifier also has the windage and elevation screws on the magnifier to center the magnifier with the reticle. In the past, EOTech had those adjustments on the mount. The glass is very good and on par with the Aimpoint 3xMagnifier. The magnification is listed as 3.25x, instead of 3x, which is a plus.


CONCLUSION:
For the money, this is the best 3xMagnifier package on the market. It comes with a great mount and with the included spacer, it will adapt the standard or lower 1/3 co-witness.

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