I went with the 3 MOA. 3 MOA vs 6 MOA Ok guys im lookin at buying a red dot scope (vortex venom or sparc 2) for my shotgun. For instance, while the Venom allows you to choose between a 3 MOA dot and a 6 MOA dot, the Viper only permits for the 6 MOA option.

Apart from the MOA difference, the two Venom models are identical. The durable, machined aluminum housing ensures the … It's okay. And with my less-than-perfect eyesight, 3 MOA is rather small on handguns for my preference. In my opinion, the 8 just seemed to big. I went with the Burris FF3. What makes the Venom Red Dot superior is the following: Both the 3 MOA and 6 MOA offers you a 1X magnification; Depending on the model you buy the reticle will have a 3 or 6 MOA dot size Here is my kid running my USPSA Carry Optic Division G17 with a 7 MOA Trijicon Red Dot at a local action steel … In the past, you can only get 3 MOA dot with the Venom. This will be my third year using it and I’m happy with it. the difference between 3 MOA and 6 MOA is 3 MOA of course The second half is really a matter personal choice. Venom – You can choose between 3 and 6 MOA dot (but not both in 1 optic), making the Venom more versatile. "You get what you pay for." I think you will be happy with whatever you choose. One half of the answer is obvious. I use a Vortex Venom w/ 3 moa on my Ruger 22/45 target pistol (for accuracy), but have a Burris FFIII w/ 8 moa on a home defense Rem. Whats the difference in 3 moa I've had the Burris FF3, the Venom 3 MOA, and I'm currently running a DPP 2.5 I never really had a problem with any of them. Having said that, if i were in the market today, I'd likely consider the 6 MOA Venom. Vortex makes a good red dot. The Venom comes with two MOA options, 3 and 6, and is a compact, no-magnification sight with a mini red dot that is parallax free. The Venom comes with two MOA options, 3 and 6, and is a compact, no-magnification sight with a mini red dot that is parallax free. Turkey Hunting - 3 MOA vs 6 MOA - Ok guys im lookin at buying a red dot scope (vortex venom or sparc 2) for my shotgun.

A 3 or 6 MOA dot promotes rapid target acquisition, while providing a precise point of aim getting shots down range and on target fast. The DPP probably has about 8K under it, and I do like the bigger window. The Vortex Optic is not one of the best mini dot sights for no reason as it offers you some top specifications for an optic in this price range. Viper – Only 6 MOA …

But no matter what the cost, I'd take the 3 MOA over the 6 MOA every time (as long as the dot is crisp, bright and sharp). A 3 or 6 MOA dot promotes rapid target acquisition, while providing a precise point of aim getting shots down range and on target fast. Hi All, Thinking about getting a red dot like a Vortex Venom or maybe a Burris FastFire for one of my handguns.

My initial thought was the smaller dot would provide for better accuracy (assuming I'm up tot the task), but I've been reading that for a handgun you should go with 6 moa vs 3. 870 (for quick target acquisition). 2-3 MOA is good for handgun hunting. For action pistol, like USPSA/IDPA/Steel Challenge/3 gun, you want nothing less than a 5 MOA, 7 is better.

The differences lie in the dot – and whether you need to make a choice between 3 MOA vs 6 MOA or not. Go to a store and look through a couple of them, a 3 MOA dot at 50 yards is just a little more that the width of a turkeys' neck. So I used to think, Viper is for handguns while Venom is more for long guns.

One other thought: My Vortex Venom 3 MOA red dot was considerably sharper, crisper, brighter and more precise than the other 3 MOA red dot in the group that cost 1/2 as much. Opinions on 3 MOA sights/ Vortex Venom vs Burris FF III Post by decoykrvr » June 19th, 2017, 5:11 pm Reading "old" posts several folks have indicated that they have both the Burris and Vortex and I would appreciate any comments on performance, mounting, pluses and minuses from individuals who have experience with both scopes.

The Body is made from a machined aluminum that has been mat coated with a dark anodized finish that protects it from oxidizing.

3 MOA is smaller and harder to see for handguns, but if you have good eyesight or you put it on your long gun, you will still maintain 3 MOA accuracy and can shoot at longer range. Dot size is personal preference. Make your AR, pistol, or shotgun even more poisonous with the Venom Red Dot sight. Also have C-More on my Czechmate.