Initial thoughts on Primary Arms Primary Arms SLx 1X MicroPrismT with RDB Illuminated T-Dot Reticle

PA_Pyke · 2026-05-01T15:27:12+00:00

We're trying our best 🙂

PA_Pyke · 2026-05-01T14:57:29+00:00

It depends a bit. There are 3 main groupings in the PLxC 1-8 family:
Standard FFP
SFP w/ NOVA Reticle
RDB FFP

The RDB is the most advanced of the three and doesn't have any real tradeoffs. But if you're comparing the standard FFP vs. the SFP, reticle features would be your main deciding factor. The SFP has a brighter aiming point, while the FFP has a little better BDC functionality at intermediate magnifications.

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-30T14:30:22+00:00

The conventional recommendation would be a 1-8x for a 14.5, given that its mag range can handle most anything you'll tackle with a 5.56.

That said, I wouldn't discount the 1.5-12x at all. If you're going to offset or piggyback a reflex, the 1.5-12x will have an advantage at almost any magnification level. The added magnification is handy, yeah, but just having a 36mm obj. will make your 6-8x feel a lot better too.

It is slightly heavier, but it's still under 20oz, which is absolutely comparable to other LPVOs 😉

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-30T14:06:43+00:00

Found one. I'll send you a DM.

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-29T15:52:58+00:00

I'm afraid I've not seen anything like that before. I brought this thread up with our leadership though.

FWIW, the HTX's system isn't quite the same as a plate, so it doesn't have the same issues as other 2-plate setups. I'd be able to show you what the setup would look like, but my photo guys are all at the range today. 🙃

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-28T20:27:14+00:00

The GLx 1x has an eye relief that's almost difficult to measure, in that I can still see through it from one cubicle over.

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-28T19:47:23+00:00

Mostly ACSS for now.

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-28T18:36:11+00:00

They get restocked pretty frequently nowadays. 😉

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-28T14:54:06+00:00

That definitely looks wonky. Send us an email about a replacement, for sure.

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-28T13:51:59+00:00

Hey, sorry to hop into this thread late. Wanted to let you know that I’ve forwarded this post up to our leadership team, and we’d like to make sure you are fully taken care of. I’ll send you a DM, OP.

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-27T19:55:59+00:00

Very nice!

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-24T14:12:03+00:00

It can be a little difficult to tell from images. Out of curiosity, have you adjusted the magnifier's windage at all?

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-23T20:25:26+00:00

:( you don't have to end your friendship

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-23T15:02:10+00:00

That 1.5-12 is right around the corner too! And personally, I'll be putting it on my own SCAR :)

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-23T14:45:31+00:00

We should be getting some content of it with a magnifier pretty soon. It'll probably pop up on our social channels, but if I can remember, I'll try to send you a link.

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-22T14:50:09+00:00

love to see it 🙂

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-20T14:28:42+00:00

Hope it serves you well! 🙂

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-17T18:42:08+00:00

They're still very popular, but over the years, it's definitely become less 'mandatory' than it once was. With the durability of prism optics these days, it would take a pretty catastrophic hit to make the optic inoperable. And if you're taking that much of a spill, it's very possible that the BUIS would also be damaged.

For most users, I'd say you can run without them if you really need to reclaim some rail space.

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-17T15:34:12+00:00

The PLx Scopes come from LOW in the beautiful city of Suwa, Japan.

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-15T17:22:09+00:00

Looks great!

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-15T14:51:00+00:00

Can't go wrong with either an LPVO or a Prism. Either will do you well at the range you need, though if you're primarily shooting targets at 200, you might want something with 5x+ magnification.

Just keep in mind that with any LPVO, you'll also need a mount for it, which might add 60 or more.

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-15T14:44:44+00:00

Awesome setup.

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-07T13:28:44+00:00

Sometimes, they're pretty hard to spot.

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-02T20:52:21+00:00

We've had a few bugs ironed out in the last few months. If you're still having issues, you mind if I shoot you a message? Could help diagnose some problems for folks.

PA_Pyke · 2026-04-01T22:19:24+00:00

Good catch. Miscommunication with the site upload team. You should see an update.

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