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RECOMMENDED GEAR

OPTICS: red dot sights, low power variable optics (LPVO) rifle scopes, and night vision devices (NVGs)

We have spent decades training, instructing, and running gear hard in real-world conditions. We know what works and what doesn't. Every piece of equipment that we recommend on this page has been personally tested, vetted, and proven reliable through extensive use... not just handled at a counter or judged by marketing claims. Our goal is simple: help you invest in dependable, performance-driven gear so you can focus on building skill and confidence, instead of wasting money on equipment that fails when it matters most.

    XL Shield Sights RMSx

    Full-size red dot optic with a huge lens to help you find the dot faster in many scenarios, especially when shoting from unconventional or unstable positions. The large lens allows you to find the dot earlier and get shots on target faster. And it also helps decrease shot-to-shot times by keeping the dot in frame during recoil.

    Perfect on full-sized pistols in OWB holsters. Especially loved by competitive shooters!

      M Sights RMS2

      Full-size red dot optic with a low profile design, strong frame and super clear view, featuring super-fast automatic brightness adjustment. Tough enough to withstand the harshest recoil and light enough to be virtually unnoticeable. Their low-profile Glock MOS plate ensures the RMS2 sits so low that it co-witnesses without the need for suppressor sights.

      Ideal for most full-sized or traditional width compact pistols in either IWB or OWB holsters.

        S Shield Sights RMSsc

        Small, compact red dot optic designed for concealed carry and smaller handguns, offering maximum comfort and concealability. Designed with concealability in mind, the body has no sharp edges so that it doesn't print or snag on your clothing. And the lack of buttons to fuss with gives you maximum situational response time and less failure points. It just works!

        Great for the Sig P365, Gock 43 and other narrow compact pistols in IWB holsters.

          Griffin Multi-Reticle Emitter (MRE)
          Great Value
          RMR Footprint Micro Reflex Sight featuring a selectable ring and/or dot reticle. Ideal for use on handguns, PCCs, or as a backup or primary carbine optic. You can choose between red or green, it is IPX7 waterproof, has a 50k hour battery life, and it is NVG compatible.
          Use code "NTAC15" for 15% off
            Canik Mechanik MO3
            Reliable, versatile red dot that delivers a clear sight picture. Its distinctive outer ring helps the shooter quickly pick up and center the red dot, making target acquisition faster and more intuitive, especially when presenting the handgun from the holster.
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              Griffin Heads-Up Sight (GHS)
              Enclosed red dot with a huge viewing window and integral co-witness height picatinny mount. This optic is much larger than most other red dots, but the huge viewing area allows you to see more of what's in front of you, resulting in excellent situational awareness and less tendency to fixate only on the target.
              Use code "NTAC15" for 15% off
                Aimpoint PRO
                Durable rifle red dot sight that is built to withstand harsh conditions. It is completely waterproof, has an incredible 30,000 hour battery life, and is night vision compatible. It is parallax free and allows you to shoot with both eyes open, enhancing situational awareness. Exceptional bang for the buck!
                It comes with a good mount, but to save weight and bulk, consider upgrading to the Scalarworks LEAP/13 quick detach mount.
                  Primary Arms PLx 1-8x24 FFP ACSS
                  Top-tier first focal plane (FFP) illuminated low power variable optic (LPVO) rifle scope with impeccable glass clarity and the ACSS Griffin MIL G2 bullet drop compensated reticle. FFP reticles stay true at every magnification, and premium grade Japanese ED glass provides enhanced clarity and light transmission.
                  Does not come with a scope mount. The Primary Arms 30mm PLx Cantilever Mount and the Aero Precision Ultralight 30mm Scope Mount are both great options.
                  Other Popular Options
                  Rifle Red Dots:

                  Night Vision Devices
                    Lunar Edge B2 PVS-31 Gen 2+
                    A dual tube high-performance night vision device that delivers top-tier performance without an outrageous price tag. Exceptional low-light performance in a compact and rugged package. Ready to go, right out of the box.
                    This is what we recommend for all of our night vision courses and for general preparedness and capability.
                      Specter Scout PVS-14 Gen 2+
                      A helmet-mounted monocular that is the perfect blend of advanced features, durability, and affordability for those seeking professional-grade night vision capabilities on a budget.
                      We really don't recommend this, but it is a good option if you insist on skimping.
                        Blackout G4 StrikeBridge Gen 2+ Quad Panoramic
                        Engineered for professionals who demand rugged performance, panoramic awareness, and modular adaptability. Featuring a unique Strike Bridge articulating design, this quad-lens system delivers a wide 120° field of view, exceptional balance, and seamless adjustment in the field.
                        Totally not necessary, but it's a great splurge if you have a huge wad of cash burning a hole in your combat pants pockets and feel the need to have the very best.
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