From Night Vision Guys about 512.A65 Holographic Weapon Sight

What makes EOTech 512 so popular? It is certainly the simplicity, reliability and versatility of this sight. Starting with readily available AA batteries and excellent price, this HWS’s deliver reliable target acquisition with both eyes open. They perform favorably against standard red dot sights in terms of field of view and do much better when co-sighted with a magnifier. Bottom line is if you need a basic but reliable holographic weapon sight, EOTech 512 is your choice. Several models are available featuring realtree, mossy oak, and black finish as well as a variety of reticle options.

From EOTech about 512.A65 Holographic Weapon Sight

Model 512 is our most popular holographic weapon sight. It’s ideal when you need the best in speed and versatility, without night vision compatibility. Available in Realtree™ APG and Mossy Oak® Obsession camo patterns, as well as black.

From the market about 512.A65 Holographic Weapon Sight

The black 512 HWS Holographic Sight is a holographic sight combining rapid, both-eyes-open target acquisition, with a sharp reticle suitable for precision work. Control buttons are positioned on the back (facing the shooter) of the unit, for ease of operation. The illuminated reticle is configured with a single 1 MOA aiming dot surrounded by a 65 MOA circle.

Designed for today’s modern battlefield, the Model 512 HWS is submersible to a depth of 10′, and is repeatable to 1 MOA after remounting. The rear window is a 3/16″ thick shatterproof laminate with anti-glare and scratch resistant coatings, and the front lens is 1/8″ solid glass. The sight is virtually parallax free at all distances, a mission-critical feature.

More from the market about 512.A65 Holographic Weapon Sight

The EOTech 512.A65 is EOTech’s most popular HWS. Featuring the A65/1 reticle, rugged construction, unlimited eye relief, and utilizing parallax free transmission holography, this sight is perfect for shooters wanting CQB speed and versatility, without the need for rarely used night vision compatibility.

The A65/1 reticle features a 65MOA circle for fast target acquisition in CQB scenarios with a 1MOA aiming dot for precise shooting to mid ranges.

EOTech 512.A65 Sights

• Front Window: 1/8″ solid glass
• Rear Window: 3/16″ shatter-resistant laminate
• Optical surfaces feature anti-glare lens coatings
• Heads-Up Display: eliminates blind spots and constricted vision
• Holography technology – instantly visible in any light, parallax free
• Even if the window is obstructed or damaged, the HWS remains fully operational, provided a portion remains intact/visible. The entire reticle pattern will be seen on target, with no change in POI/POA.
• Magnifier compatible: reticle will not be enlarged by optic’s power

EOTech 512.A65 Function and Power

• Powered by 2 AA lithium, alkaline or rechargeable batteries
• 1100 hr battery life with lithium or 600 hrs with alkaline batteries
• Automatic shut-down: 8 hr, programmable to 4 hr
• Battery check indicator: flashing reticle at start-up
• Integral mount: compatible with Picatinny/Weaver systems
• Precision adjustments: 1/2 MOA clicks, 40 MOA W&E correction
• Reticle: single, one 1 MOA dot centered in 65 MOA circle.
• 20 Daylight brightness settings

EOTech 512.A65 Construction Details

• Finish & color: hardcoat anodized, black
• Internal optical system is sealed and fully fogproof
• Return to Zero: repeatable to 1 MOA after re-mount
• Durable housing features a rugged aluminum hood assembly
• Function buttons location: positioned on the rear of the sight
• Battery compartment is designed to fit/hover over AR type rifles’ Delta Rings
• Integral Picatinny type mount