How to Use Holographic Sights

Holographic sights are widely used by target shooters, hunters, law enforcement and military personnel on a variety of weapons. Lasers located within holographic sights create a reticle such as a circle or cross hairs. The reticle is placed on the target to help align a shot. Learning to properly use a holographic sight can help increase its usefulness in the field.

Things You'll Need

• Holographic sight mounted to a weapon

Instructions

1. Move the weapon's safety to the "On" or "Safe" position.

2. Turn on the holographic sight to activate the lasers and create a reticle in the center of the sight. Leave the power "Off" when not using the sight; this will conserve battery power.

3. Hold the weapon as it would normally be fired. Shoulder a rifle or shotgun; grip a handgun using a normal stance and grip.

4. Open both eyes. Look through the holographic sight to acquire the target down range. Align the reticle on the target in the desired location.

5. Move the weapon's safety to the "Off" position. Squeeze the trigger to fire a shot.

References

• NDIA - EOTech: Holographic Weapon Sight Introduction
• Difference Between: Difference Between Red Dot and Holographic Sights