Primary Arms GLx 1x MicroPrism with Red Illuminated ACSS Cyclops Reticle

The Primary Arms GLx 1x MicroPrism is a premium 1x prism optic designed to combine the speed of a red dot with the clarity and etched-reticle reliability of a prism scope.

Key Highlights

• 1x Magnification with near-unlimited eye relief
• ACSS Cyclops etched reticle (visible even with a dead battery)
• Improved Daylight Bright® illumination
• Push-button brightness controls
• Excellent edge-to-edge glass clarity
• ½ MOA adjustment clicks
• Night vision compatible
• Compatible with Trijicon Mini-ACOG and Primary Arms MicroPrism mounts
• Works with the Unity Tactical FAST Mount

Specifications

Advantages Over a Red Dot

• Etched reticle remains usable without power.
• Better option for shooters with astigmatism.
• Sharper aiming point and ranging features via the ACSS Cyclops reticle.
• More durable against battery failure.

Potential Drawbacks

• At 9.1 oz, it's heavier than many micro red dots.
• Eye box is forgiving, but still not quite as unrestricted as a true red dot.
• More expensive than the SLx 1x MicroPrism.

For a PCC, AR-15, or a rifle equipped with an FRT where rapid target acquisition is important, the GLx 1x MicroPrism is widely considered one of the best 1x prism optics currently available, especially for shooters who struggle with red dot bloom or astigmatism.

Tags: PA, GLx, MicroPrism