Pistol vs Rifle vs Shotgun: Best Home Defense Gun
Which firearm is best for home defense: pistol, rifle, or shotgun? We break down performance, power, and practicality under stress to help you decide.
Category: Optics 101
Choosing the Right RMR Footprint Optic
Gideon Optics offers four RMR footprint red dots built for different shooters and scenarios. This guide compares the Rock, Alpha, Omega, and Granite Comp models to help you find the best optic for carry, training, or competition, based on real specs, use cases, and shooter feedback.
More Options for Every Shooter: Gideon’s 2025 RMSC / Holosun K Lineup
Gideon Optics expands its RMSC and Holosun K footprint lineup with Judge II, Valor Mini, and Judge XL. See what’s new and watch the full product overview video.
Which Pistol Dot Reticle is Best For You?
Practical reflex sights have plenty of dot reticle options to help you shoot better. We talk about the differences you’ll need to know when choosing a reticle to make sure you get the right pistol red dot for your gun.
Micro Red Dots: Understanding Benefits & Use Cases
If you’re looking for big performance in a small package, micro red dots hold the key to a better shooting experience. Smaller than traditional red dot optics, these sights are built for real-world use and come with a range of features to make sure you can count on your sight picture. Micro red dots for […]
Co-Witnessing 101: Iron Sights and Red Dots
Co-witnessing your gun’s red dot with iron sights can give you a backup alternative in case of reflex optic failure. It also provides greater reliability during light transitions and dynamic tactical situations.
Exploring Various Use Cases for LPVOs
LPVO scopes give you reliable red dot features blended with traditional telescopic optics. Learn more about the usefulness of these powerhouses on your hunting, tactical, or competition rifle.
Gideon’s Pick: Best Red Dot for Home Defense
A home defense red dot can help you protect your home and family. Learn how to identify what to look for in your optic, and find out which micro prism scope is our top choice for protecting your property and loved ones.
Mediator Red Dot vs Advocate 1x Prism Scope
Choosing between a red dot vs. a prism scope for your carbine can be difficult. We put our Mediator Closed-Emitter Reflex Sight and Advocate 1X Micro Prism Scope to the test head to head. See who came out on top.