Identify a Genuine Aimpoint Sight

This guide highlights the key details that separate genuine Aimpoint sights from counterfeit copies.

• Aimpoint sights are only offered with a red dot — never green.
• The front lens should appear red when viewed from the front. In different light it may appear orange or green, but never blue or clear.
• The housing on most new Aimpoint sights is black anodized. Exception: FDE/tan Micro T-2 and orange Micro H-2 Cerakote limited editions.
• All Aimpoint sights are manufactured in Sweden. Be wary of products originating elsewhere, especially from Asia.
• Aimpoint sights do not have solar cells.
• Authentic non-transparent (black) flip-up lens covers have the Aimpoint logo molded into the front.
• Every Aimpoint sight has a serial number engraved on the side.

Purchasing Recommendations

Always purchase Aimpoint products from an authorized Aimpoint dealer or directly from Aimpoint.us. Verify the serial number on your sight against the serial number on the packaging.

If you are offered a sight at a price that seems too good to be true, it is likely a counterfeit. Avoid purchasing Aimpoint sights from online marketplace “warehouse” features or returned product centers — these are often counterfeit sights swapped for authentic product before being returned.

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Contact our support team before purchasing if you are unsure about a sight’s authenticity. We are here to help.