REVIEW: HOLOSUN ELITE HE508T-RD-X2 in use

Quite some time has passed since we first unpacked and mounted the Holosun Elite HE508T-RD-X2. We introduced it to you in an unboxing HERE. The optic has now been mounted on a Glock 17 Gen5 for almost 1.5 years and we have fired about 8000 shots with it. This included regular visits to shooting ranges, various courses indoors and outdoors, in daylight and also in darkness, and last but not least, attending several events including Lynx Brutality, Precision Gunrun and many competitions at Edelweiss, to name a few.

Why did we let so much time pass? Well, we wanted to wait until something happened, but we were somewhat disappointed in that regard. In short, the optic functions as well as it did on the first day. The only thing we have learned is how to handle the functions better.

The question of all questions: "Was there any problem with the optics or would we want to change anything?" Here we come back to the TCA course, where we had an aha moment. Because due to the long day of the course, dust and dirt accumulated on the inside of the lens. When we pulled the trigger during a drill, the reticle was not 100% clear and was slightly interrupted by the dirt. That's why we also like to choose a reticle with a dot, because thanks to that, there was still enough reticle left to aim cleanly. A quick puff, however, made sure that the reticle and the lens were clear again. With a closed optic, you could have wiped it with your finger, or the reticle would have remained sharp anyway.

Light dirt doesn't bother the reticle much. However, when it comes to a competition, we clean the lens again just to be safe.

CONCLUSION: All in all, we are still extremely satisfied with the optics and it delivers what it promises. Stable and reliable after several thousand shots, and we will continue to use it. The features are still convincing and unmatched. Thanks to the RMR Footprints, it is universal and easy to mount low. Absolute recommendation from us!

You can find the Holosun HE508T-RD-X2 HERE directly at Holosun for 454.99 Euros.

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